Reforms to in-home care: what providers need to know
Circling back to aged care 20 years on
Improving muscle health throughout the aging process
The importance of inclusive care for LGBTI older people
Surprising things that may reduce dementia risk factors
Reforms to in-home care: what providers need to know
Providers say legislative delays surrounding proposed changes to in-home care are making it difficult for them to plan ahead.
Circling back to aged care 20 years on
Nurse Donelle Kralovic swapped bustling Melbourne for central Queensland, where she now manages the only aged care facility in the town of Biloela.
Improving muscle health throughout the aging process
A human muscle map has revealed the processes behind age-related muscle deterioration, and the mechanisms to counteract them.
The importance of inclusive care for LGBTI older people
Many LGBTI older people are fearful of engaging with the aged care system and may delay or avoid contact with services.
Surprising things that may reduce dementia risk factors
A new Australian study has uncovered some surprising factors that may reduce the risk of developing dementia.
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Duracell Procell Intense Lithium Coins
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Higher levels of antibiotic resistance in aged care facilities
New research shows higher levels of antibiotic resistance are present in aged care facilities during the treatment of urinary tract infections...
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Study explores long COVID in aged care homes
COVID-19 disproportionately affected aged care facilities across the world, with high rates of...
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Bringing hospital IPC rigour to aged care
Like their registered nurse (RN) colleagues in emergency care, RNs in residential aged care...
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AMR, a concerning trend in aged care facilities: study
A new study, analysing wastewater samples from several aged care and retirement homes in...
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Dementia Australia celebrates 25 years
A new report has been released by Dementia Australia, marking 25 years in research support and innovation.
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Dementia Australia celebrates 25 years
A new report has been released by Dementia Australia, marking 25 years in research support and...
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Surprising things that may reduce dementia risk factors
A new Australian study has uncovered some surprising factors that may reduce the risk of...
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How HIV treatments could help Alzheimer's patients
Promising real-world links between common HIV drugs and a reduced incidence of Alzheimer’s...
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Reforms to in-home care: what providers need to know
Providers say legislative delays surrounding proposed changes to in-home care are making it difficult for them to plan ahead.
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The importance of inclusive care for LGBTI older people
Many LGBTI older people are fearful of engaging with the aged care system and may delay or avoid...
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More balance needed for aged care reforms
New statutory duties and penalty regimes have been introduced in the exposure draft of the new...
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90 years of care: six nurses share milestone
Six nurses from Whiddon's Easton Park site have each celebrated 15 years of service with the...
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Circling back to aged care 20 years on
Nurse Donelle Kralovic swapped bustling Melbourne for central Queensland, where she now manages the only aged care facility in the town of Biloela.
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Village space revamp for dementia patients
A village-like space has been unveiled within the Cognitive Assessment and Management (CAM) Unit...
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New $40 million aged care facility in Melbourne
Aged care provider mecwacare has launched a new facility, Simon Price Centre, in Melbourne, with...
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NARI Director to step down
The National Ageing Research Institute Director Professor Briony Dow will be stepping down from...
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Using AI to predict Alzheimer's disease
Alzheimer's disease could be predicted up to seven years before symptoms appear, according to researchers from University of California –...
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Aust Healthcare Week 2024: register now for your free pass
With more than 150 leading health sector speakers, over 100 sessions and two deep-dive master...
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Innovation in aged care: event
The Innovation & Technology Across Care (ITAC) 2024 Conference will be held on the Gold Coast...
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App helps Peninsula Villages boost recruitment
A recently launched employee referral and reward program has allowed Peninsular Villages to...
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Paramedics supporting palliative care at home
A proposed national framework could see paramedics playing a bigger role in helping palliative care patients to die comfortably at home.
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Dental care too expensive for many older people
Research conducted by COTA Australia has found that nearly 40% of Australians aged 55+ have...
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Why rural pharmacists are key to home-based palliative care
New research has revealed the key role that pharmacists play in supporting home-based palliative...
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Calls for government to fund oral health scheme
The Australian Dental Association NSW Branch (ADA NSW) is calling for more funding to improve the...
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Improving muscle health throughout the aging process
A human muscle map has revealed the processes behind age-related muscle deterioration, and the mechanisms to counteract them.
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Webinars address mental health care for older people
Mental health disorders such as anxiety and depression have a high prevalence among older...
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The benefits of silent discos in aged care
Silent dancing and singing has become a daily ritual for residents at the Bolton Clarke Holly...
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Study reveals high level of antidepressant use in aged care
According to a new study, antidepressant use has increased at aged care facilities — with...
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