Is the gut microbiome the key to improved mental and physical health?
08 July, 2021 by Dr Malcolm BallThe gut–brain axis plays a significant role in our mental health, with measurable improvements achieved by gut microbiota modification through dietary changes.
Qld dietitian helps teen face food fears
07 July, 2021A Brisbane dietitian who helped a 17-year-old face her phobia of food has been recognised for supporting young people with mental health challenges.
First Nations nurses and midwives honoured through story
06 July, 2021'Caring and Community: Stories from Aboriginal nurses and midwives' celebrates thousands of years of birthing and healing practice.
Bush medicine knowledge flows to digital records
05 July, 2021A new video shows the importance of bush medicine in Indigenous culture and health, and how My Health Record can be used to manage that information for holistic care.
Partnership launches program to accelerate aged-care employment outcomes
01 July, 2021For Purpose Investment Partners, Catalyst Education and Generation Australia have partnered to accelerate employment outcomes in the aged-care sector.
Australians ageing up to nine years faster than they should be
24 June, 2021A new health and wellbeing age calculator has revealed that some age groups have an average health age of up to nine years older than their chronological age.
The challenge facing procurement in the aged-care sector
18 June, 2021The challenge for procurement in the aged-care sector is to help redesign the operating cost model to ensure high standards of aged care remain affordable indefinitely.
Hospitalisation rate in people with intellectual disability 'unacceptably high'
15 June, 2021A new study reveals that people with intellectual disability are being hospitalised for conditions that could be prevented or adequately managed in primary care.
Mood-tracking app empowers expectant and new mums to manage mental wellbeing
10 June, 2021An evidence-based app — YourTime — has been developed to help women track their mental wellbeing during pregnancy and early motherhood.
Johnson & Johnson takes action on reconciliation
09 June, 2021On the heels of National Reconciliation Week, the Johnson & Johnson Family of Companies has launched its Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan 2021–2023.
IHHC announces national conference details
09 June, 2021 | Supplied by: Institute of Hospitality in HealthCare Ltd (IHHC)The IHHC conference has a holistic focus, and brings together delegates from a variety of health and aged-care organisations.
'Pre-hab' reduces impact of incontinence after prostate surgery
08 June, 2021Physiotherapists in Australia are using an ultrasound technique developed at the University of Queensland to help men train their pelvic floor.
Virtual Relief Run to raise funds for COVID-stricken India
28 May, 2021Relief Run will be held from 11–13 June, allowing participants all over the world to run or walk 5 km, 10 km or a half marathon at a location and time that suits them.
Where do Australians want to live as they age?
26 May, 2021According to a survey by The CareSide, a significant majority would prefer to live at home and receive home care as they age.
Expert opinion: prioritise standard assessment for diagnosing dementia
25 May, 2021Dementia and cognitive assessment experts say that a standard set of neuropsychological tests is needed for patients presenting to memory clinics.
