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.
Why do we need to address malnutrition?
02 January, 2018 by Aurora Ottaway*Malnutrition is an under-recognised and underdiagnosed healthcare issue in Australia.
Losing weight can reverse type 2 diabetes
14 December, 2017Researchers found that after one year, participants had lost an average of 10 kg, and nearly half had reverted to a non-diabetic state.
Study: Blood pressure declines 14 years before death
13 December, 2017Is your blood pressure dropping? Are you over 60? Hold off on those plans for 14 years' time...
6 ways to help families of the sick or elderly enjoy Xmas
07 December, 2017Christmas is special, but for some it is challenging and stressful. Here is a simple guide to help change that.
Aged Care Diversity Framework released
07 December, 2017The framework will see three action plans developed in the first half of 2018, in support of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, CALD and LGBTI communities.
Govt seeks input to Specialist Dementia Care Units
04 December, 2017Health and aged-care professionals invited to make submissions.
Consumer-centric aged service is key to the industry's future
28 November, 2017 by Sean Rooney*Collaboration between stakeholders will help ensure that the results of current independent aged-care industry reviews are 'fit for purpose'.
Older white women more likely to contract Alzheimer's
28 November, 2017White women genetically predisposed to Alzheimer's disease are more likely than white men to develop the disease during a critical 10-year span in their lives.
Older, but not blinder
25 November, 2017The risk of age-related macular degeneration seems to decrease in baby boomers and gen-Xers.
Flu vax to be mandatory for aged-care facility staff
17 November, 2017Following several flu deaths in aged-care facilities this winter, the federal government is moving to mandate flu vaccinations for staff.
In Conversation ... with Associate Professor James Ward
14 November, 2017 by Laini BennettKnown for his research into infectious diseases in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, A/Prof Ward is a passionate advocate for taking action against STIs. He doesn't just talk the talk … he walks the walk.
Antimicrobial resistance in aged-care facilities requires a novel approach
13 November, 2017 by Prof. Ramon Shaban, Prof. Brett Mitchell, Dr Philip Russo, Dr Deborough Macbeth*Extensive antimicrobial usage in aged-care facilities needs to be addressed.
