StandingTall app set to prevent falls
01 April, 2020Neuroscience Research Australia and The Project Factory have developed an app to support and strengthen physical balance and cognition in the ageing population.
Caring for Aboriginal Elders in the Pilbara
26 February, 2020 by Linda Baraciolli*Originally from Victoria, this is Katrina Galley's second stint in the Pilbara. They say the red dirt gets into your veins, and calls you back.
Eradicating malaria
25 February, 2020How Australian genomic research is providing us with new tools in the global battle against malaria.
Blood spot tests set to replace costly vials
25 February, 2020 by Belinda Willis, The Lead South AustraliaBlood testing technology developed by South Australian medical researchers is poised to transform the nutrition industry.
In Conversation with Christine Morgan
24 February, 2020H+H talks to Christine Morgan, Australia's first National Suicide Prevention Adviser to the Prime Minister and dual winner of the 2019 Australian Mental Health Prize.
A Day in the Life of an Elder Clown
24 February, 2020Bonnie visits aged-care facilities throughout Sydney, bringing joy, laughter and friendship, especially to the socially isolated or those living with dementia.
The cost of underemploying nurses in aged care
21 February, 2020 by Amy SarcevicNurses' submissions to the ongoing Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety call for better nurse-to-resident ratios.
March masterclasses on mild cognitive impairment
21 February, 2020Global experts in general practice, geriatric medicine, nursing, pharmacy and more are participating in Australia's inaugural Driving Change Mild Cognitive Impairment masterclasses next month.
Virtual gaming helps rehab patients get back on their feet
21 February, 2020A global trial into the effects of digital devices in rehabilitation has found that virtual reality video games, activity monitors and handheld computer devices can help people stand and walk.
Exposing the vulnerable
20 February, 2020 by Amy SarcevicHow vaccine hesitancy puts the elderly at risk.
Drones, phones and responding to elderly falls
18 February, 2020 by Professor Javaan Chahl, University of South AustraliaOur research has been exploring 'the art of the possible' with networked drones and smart fall detection sensors.
On a mission to improve food in aged care
14 February, 2020The Maggie Beer Foundation was established to bring about real change to food experiences for aged-care residents, with the aim that every meal provides comfort and pleasure and is always something to look forward to.
Rural GP training in the Burdekin
13 February, 2020Dr Michael McLaughlin was a medical student at JCU when he discovered a love of working in rural and remote communities.
Living the dream and making a difference in Cooktown
13 February, 2020Dr Ebonney van der Meer set her sights on moving to Cooktown, with a mission in mind — to make a difference in the community.
Remote medicine on Thursday Island
12 February, 2020For Dr Allison Hempenstall, Thursday Island is a gateway to opportunity.
