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 case for intergenerational care in Australia
26 November, 2019 by Jane AllmanIn a society where more older Australians are feeling lonely and isolated, could interactions with young children have a permanent place in aged care?
National parks save $145bn a year in health services
19 November, 2019A team of Griffith University researchers has estimated that national parks worldwide are worth about $8.7 trillion a year in the improved mental health of their visitors.
More support needed after self-harm to reduce suicide risk
07 November, 2019A high risk of suicide following hospital discharge for self-harm highlights the need for early follow-up care and risk-reduction strategies.
Study to explore sexual issues in women with ovarian cancer
06 November, 2019Women will be asked about their experiences of sexuality, body image, sexual function, femininity and related depression and anxiety.
Push to upskill GPs and raise awareness during Mental Health Week
09 October, 2019Greg Hunt backs the release of a framework for assessing the mental health of young Australians, while Climb for Mental Health showcases the importance of moving onwards and upwards.
Patient rights in health care
09 August, 2019The Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care has launched the Australian Charter of Healthcare Rights second edition. The Australian Digital Health Agency has launched a new My Health Record Mental Health toolkit.
A whole new world
27 May, 2019Virtual reality can transport aged-care residents to another country, all from the comfort of their armchair. It's fun, blended with therapeutic benefits.
Preventing burnout: detecting the signs
22 April, 2019 by Jurie G Rossouw*You are your own most important patient — take care of yourself first so you can better help others. We identify the signs to watch out for.
Depressed, suicidal teens not seeking help
21 March, 2019A new UNSW-led study has found that one in four students are experiencing depression, but most are reluctant to seek help.
The burnout problem in health care today
18 February, 2019 by Dr Jocelyn Lowinger*Burnout is increasingly an issue for healthcare professionals. Evidence-based coaching is one approach that can help turn this around.
World experts discuss assistive tech innovations for complex neuro conditions
23 May, 2018Assistive technologies can have a huge impact on improving the life of a person with a disability.
Women more likely to survive crises than men
16 January, 2018Genetics, rather than risk-taking behaviours, may be behind women and female children surviving adversity better than men, according to new research.
Inflammation in the brain may trigger Alzheimer's
11 January, 2018Researchers still don't know what causes Alzheimer's, but new resarch brings them a step closer to an answer... and a cure.
Seclusion and restraint use should be stopped
10 January, 2018A review into seclusion and restraint use in NSW has found a disturbing lack of oversight.
