Australian 'falls after stroke trial' sees 33% falls reduction in 12 months
25 March, 2026An Australian study published this month in The BMJ is claimed to be the first to show a non-drug intervention after stroke can effectively prevent falls.
COVID-19 training fail lands residential aged care provider $150K fine
18 March, 2026A residential aged care provider that employed 106 workers across the workplace has been convicted and fined $150,000 after workers contracted COVID-19.
The human touch: how staff uniforms can support emotional and social wellbeing in aged care
06 March, 2026 by Pamela Jabbour*Uniforms are more than functional workwear. When thoughtfully considered, they can quietly support emotional wellbeing, dignity and connection.
2026 HESTA Excellence Awards — nominations open
23 January, 2026Nominations have opened for the 2026 HESTA Excellence Awards, which encompass the aged care, allied health, community services and disability services sectors.
Incontinence management innovations for healthcare facilities
23 January, 2026 by Lesley Barton*Incontinence management is rapidly improving courtesy of new technologies and compassionate approaches. Here are some available innovations.
Medicare chronic wound care scheme set to benefit 20,000/year
18 June, 2025The Chronic Wound Consumables Scheme has launched, giving older Australians with diabetes — and without other wound care schemes — free access to products.
New Aged Care Act: six things providers need to know
12 May, 2025 by Stephanie Long*On 1 November, the new Aged Care Act comes into effect, marking once-in-a-generation reforms. A senior lawyer sets out six things you need to know, complete with tips.
Dementia: 46% jump in scripts dispensed, health services use increases
13 September, 2024Almost 688,000 dementia medication prescriptions were dispensed to around 72,400 Australians aged 30 and over in 2022–23, according to data from the AIHW.
At-home care recipients in hospital longer compared to aged care residents
10 April, 2024The study involved collaboration between the Southern Adelaide Local Health Network, Flinders University and the University of South Australia.
University of Canberra Introduces CARAT: A Trailblazing Hub for Elder Rights and Recognition
02 April, 2024 by Josh YoungAs the Australian population ages, there will be increased demand for healthcare services that are tailored to the needs of elderly patients.
Aged Care: Fact vs Fiction
26 March, 2024There's no doubt that making the move to an Aged Care Residence can be a difficult decision, especially if it happens suddenly, due to changes in your patient's circumstances or a decline in their health.
SA physician selected for global health leadership program
15 March, 2024Dr Chloe Furst, a dual-trained geriatrician and palliative care physician from the Central Adelaide LHN, has been selected from over 250 applicants.
AIHW releases 10-year dementia data improvement plan
26 September, 2023The Australian Institute of Health and Welfare has outlined activities to improve national dementia data and provide an evidence base for effective policy development, service provision and planning.
Self-managed hospital-to-home interventions key to reducing frailty
19 July, 2023A Flinders University led trial involving self-managed exercise and nutrition intervention has found encouraging results in helping to reduce frailty.
Managing Incontinence-Associated Dermatitis: Comparing the 3-Step Process and 3-in-1 Wipe
12 July, 2023Incontinence-associated dermatitis (IAD) is a common and under recognised problem, caused by breakdown of the skin in individuals with incontinence, especially those with faecal incontinence.
![](https://d1v1e13ebw3o15.cloudfront.net/data/92274/wfmedia_thumb/..jpg "Hospital’s "recovery at work" collaborative approach proves a winning model")
