Could human cord plasma boost the ageing brain?
25 April, 2017Scientists are exploring the potential of human cord plasma to slow brain degeneration.
There's no need to lock older people into nursing homes 'for their own safety'
22 March, 2017 by Marta Woolford, Monash University and Joseph Ibrahim, Monash UniversityTo lock or not? How much of our concern for safety is for the resident, how much is for the family members and caregivers, and how much of it is for the staff and owners of nursing homes?
Is your brain training program worth its weight?
22 February, 2017Popular brain training programs have been put to the test by researchers. The results show that some programs, but not all, can help slow cognitive decline that may lead to dementia.
What's that word? Brain changes begin years before Alzheimer's diagnosis
21 February, 2017Alzheimer's is a long game — it doesn't happen overnight. The good news is, early intervention can delay onset.
Death clocks — take with a pinch of salt
01 February, 2017The good news is that we are all living longer. The bad news is that we will all die … but when?
Victoria's model for assisted dying laws may get up
13 December, 2016Victoria stands a chance of becoming the first Australian jurisdiction in 20 years, and the first ever Australian state, to have an assisted dying law.
Choking: the second highest cause of preventable death in aged care
13 December, 2016Alarmingly, 40% of health professionals surveyed by speech pathologist Bernadette Dutton at an aged-care forum incorrectly believed that toast was suitable for those on a 'soft' food texture diet.
Meal delivery Systems that adapt to the changing dynamic in Health and Aged Care.
21 September, 2016 by AHHBMoffat reputation in the Healthcare market has been well earned. The Company’s success in this market sector has come about due to the focus this market receives. Moffat has a healthcare division made up of a dedicated team of people experienced in the logistic challenges and day to day operations within this sector. Their brief is to supply what the customer needs and wants and to support that customer after the sale and beyond.
Can Medicare sustain the health of our ageing population?
05 November, 2015 by Sharon SmithHelena Britt, University of Sydney; Allan John Pollack, University of Sydney; Carmen Wong, University of Sydney; Christopher Harrison, University of Sydney; Clare Bayram, University of Sydney; Graeme Miller, University of Sydney; Janice Charles, University of Sydney; Joan Henderson, University of Sydney; Julie Gordon, University of Sydney, and Lisa Valenti, University of Sydney
Got A Wound? Get A Wound Expert
25 March, 2015 by Petrina SmithThis week ( 23 - 27 March) is Wound Awareness Week, raising public awareness of the epidemic of hard-to-heal wounds, which are a significant burden on the health care system.
Home-based Rehabilitation Services Can Improve Patient Outcomes
06 November, 2014 by Petrina SmithProviding rehabilitation services in the home rather than the hospital bed can improve patient outcomes and create various efficiencies, according to a new study.
New Australia-China Research Centre to Tackle Dementia
27 August, 2014 by Petrina SmithThe University of Queensland’s Queensland Brain Institute (QBI) has joined with the Chinese Academy of Sciences’ Institute of Biophysics (IBP) to create a research centre dedicated to studying dementia.
Governments Urged to Support Pain Sufferers in National Pain Week
21 July, 2014 by Petrina SmithAt the start of National Pain Week 2014 (21–27 July), the Australian Pain Management Association (APMA), is calling on state governments and health representatives to support and promote APMA’s national network of pain-support groups, which provide hope, education and practical strategies to thousands of pain sufferers.
Pharmacy Program Enables Home Checks for Kidney Disease
29 May, 2014 by Petrina SmithKidney Health Australia has released a new report on kidney disease in Australia, and announced a pharmacy program to help those at increased risk identify the disease early.
ACN Calls For Better Utilisation of Nurses In Dementia Care Programs
03 April, 2014 by Petrina Smith[caption id="attachment_7366" align="alignright" width="160"] Professor Debra Thoms[/caption]
![](https://d1v1e13ebw3o15.cloudfront.net/data/92274/wfmedia_thumb/..jpg "Hospital’s "recovery at work" collaborative approach proves a winning model")
