Trauma rife among aged-care residents, says researcher
21 September, 2020 by Amy SarcevicMore than 70% of people within aged-care facilities have experienced a traumatic event in their lives and may need psychological intervention during COVID-19, says researcher.
Study to investigate long-term effects of COVID-19 on frontline workers
16 September, 2020The Victorian Government has announced funding for a collaborative study into the long-term impacts of the pandemic on healthcare workers' psychological and physical wellbeing.
6 min Strep A test suitable for remote settings
15 September, 2020Rapid, molecular point-of-care tests can be used in remote settings to accurately detect the presence of Strep A bacterium in just six minutes.
8-week program reduces Alzheimer's risk, says study
15 September, 2020A combination of dementia education and lifestyle changes improved cognitive performance and reduced the risk of Alzheimer's disease among seniors with pre-dementia conditions.
Supporting the mental health of children and families
14 September, 2020 by Professor Frank Oberklaid*Free online resources such as raisingchildren.net.au are available to help families and their children during the current pandemic.
SHPA calls for conversations on R U OK?Day
10 September, 2020This R U OK?Day SHPA is calling for hospital pharmacists and technicians, and their colleagues, to maintain conversations around mental health and wellbeing amid a challenging year.
Health warning for high-heat meat
08 September, 2020Culinary experts recommend high-heat caramelisation to boost the flavour of meat, but results from a recent study reveal that it could be bad for our health.
How digital health can combat mental health
07 September, 2020 by Amy Hill, General Manager, Jayex AustraliaMany healthcare software providers now offer a 'contactless experience', giving patients confidence that they can receive medical support in a safer environment.
Alarming behaviour employers should look out for
04 September, 2020 by Dr Frank Chow, Director and Psychiatrist, 2OP HealthThere are a few alarming behavioural patterns and indications healthcare employers need to be mindful of, observe and intervene where necessary.
Specialised pandemic training to help remote communities
04 September, 2020More than 50,000 Indigenous health workers and practitioners have accessed specialised training to help protect remote communities from COVID-19 outbreaks.
Roadmap to financing five-star aged-care system released
03 September, 2020Economic modelling has revealed that Australia can transform the quality of its aged-care system in just four years.
Overdose report reveals hidden health crisis
31 August, 2020Australia's Annual Overdose Report 2020 reveals that — for the fifth year running — more than 2000 Australians lost their lives due to overdose.
Tas dementia village opts for digital care system
28 August, 2020Korongee Village has implemented a patient-centred digital care system that allows staff to plan, record and monitor the care of residents in real time.
Mums need more ante and postnatal support
28 August, 2020Research has found a correlation between a mother's mental health and children's emotional and social development.
COVID-19 digital practice expansion: when allied health forgot evidence-based practice
27 August, 2020 by Ed Johnson, Chief Clinical Officer and Co-Founder, UmboThe quick shift from in-person services to digital practice has skipped a step — evidence-based practice.
