About the presenters:

This session is proudly delivered by Abbott, a global leader in clinical nutrition, recognised for developing evidence-based products that support individuals with specialised dietary and health needs across hospital, community, and home-care settings.

Sarah Van Oosterhout, Clinical Specialist & Abbott Nutrition Home Care Nurse, brings extensive expertise in clinical nutrition, muscle preservation, and community-based patient support. She will be joined by Dianne Ogle, Account Manager – Nutrition at Abbott, who works closely with healthcare professionals to implement practical nutrition solutions tailored to diverse client needs.

About this session:

This session focuses on Optimising Diet and Clinical Nutrition to Preserve Muscle Health; for All Adults, Including Those Living With Cancer.

Muscle loss can affect anyone due to age, inactivity, illness, or poor nutrition. For cancer patients, this risk is significantly higher due to treatment side effects, reduced appetite, and metabolic changes.

This session will provide practical, evidence-based strategies that support muscle strength, energy, mobility, and overall wellbeing; across general populations and oncology settings.

Abbott’s clinical team will cover:

• Why muscle health matters for everyone — from active adults to those managing chronic conditions
• How cancer-related treatments accelerate muscle loss (sarcopenia)
• The role of overall dietary patterns in maintaining muscle strength
• Evidence-based nutritional supplements that support muscle preservation
• Practical tools for carers, health professionals, and individuals supporting clients in community and home-care settings
• Real-world case examples and clinical insights

An engaging and insightful session ideal for Dietitians, Allied Health professionals, Nurses, Support Workers, Carers, Fitness & Wellness professionals, and any individuals interested in understanding how nutrition can support healthy muscle maintenance.

Event details:

• Date: Wednesday, 26th November
• Time: 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
• Cost: Free of charge
• Certificate of Attendance: Provided
• Food & Drinks: Complimentary morning tea provided
• Samples: Free product samples available upon request
• Parking: Limited free parking available
• Accessibility: Venue has stairs and is not wheelchair accessible
• Registration: One registration per person is required
• Photography: Photos will be taken for social media purposes

A Q&A session will be held at the end—please submit your questions.