Study reveals high level of antidepressant use in aged care
According to a new study, antidepressant use has increased at aged care facilities — with six in 10 residents taking this medication.
Age-related hearing loss differs for men and women
Around one in five people around the world suffer from hearing loss, and this number is expected to rise as the global population ages.
How human capital management can mitigate understaffing issues
An aging population, regulatory change and the rising cost and limited availability of labour are fuelling consolidation across the aged care sector.
Using AI to predict Alzheimer's disease
Alzheimer's disease could be predicted up to seven years before symptoms appear, according to researchers from University of California – San Francisco.
Does the weather cause muscle and joint pain?
A University of Sydney-led study has questioned the commonly held belief that temperature and humidity changes can trigger musculoskeletal pains or arthritis.
Cincom Eloquence Customer Communications Management suite
Savvy healthcare organisations are enhancing their customer engagement strategy with...
SSG (Static Systems Group) Acelo nurse call system
The SSG (Static Systems Group) Acelo 'plug and play' nurse call system is designed to...
Study explores long COVID in aged care homes
COVID-19 disproportionately affected aged care facilities across the world, with high rates of infection and mortality.
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Bringing hospital IPC rigour to aged care
Like their registered nurse (RN) colleagues in emergency care, RNs in residential aged care...
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AMR, a concerning trend in aged care facilities: study
A new study, analysing wastewater samples from several aged care and retirement homes in...
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Study shows need to customise mask fittings
If the facemask fits, it's much safer, say Flinders University researchers who have developed...
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Call for dementia-specific tools for GPs
The newest Dementia Australia Honorary Medical Advisor is highlighting the importance of dementia-specific tools for GPs.
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New VR dementia care program launched
A new program designed to create a network of leaders specialising in dementia care has been...
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Painkiller prescription rate much higher in Australia: study
Australian aged care residents are far more likely to be taking painkiller medication than...
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Easing chronic pain for people with Parkinson's
University of South Australia researchers are working on new ways to treat the pain associated...
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Final Aged Care Taskforce report released
The Aged Care Taskforce's Final Report has been released by the Australian Government.
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Aged care burden carried by women, study shows
Nearly 60% of the world's population over 60 years of age reside in the Asia–Pacific...
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Mandated sector-wide aged care training needed: report
Aged care reforms due to take effect in July 2024 fall short on quality and safety, according to...
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How human capital management can mitigate understaffing issues
An aging population, regulatory change and the rising cost and limited availability of labour are...
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Village space revamp for dementia patients
A village-like space has been unveiled within the Cognitive Assessment and Management (CAM) Unit at The Prince Charles Hospital in Brisbane.
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New $40 million aged care facility in Melbourne
Aged care provider mecwacare has launched a new facility, Simon Price Centre, in Melbourne, with...
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NARI Director to step down
The National Ageing Research Institute Director Professor Briony Dow will be stepping down from...
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New report provides insights into complaints about aged care
Aged Care Quality and Safety Commissioner Janet Anderson has emphasised the importance of good...
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Using AI to predict Alzheimer's disease
Alzheimer's disease could be predicted up to seven years before symptoms appear, according to researchers from University of California –...
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Aust Healthcare Week 2024: register now for your free pass
With more than 150 leading health sector speakers, over 100 sessions and two deep-dive master...
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Innovation in aged care: event
The Innovation & Technology Across Care (ITAC) 2024 Conference will be held on the Gold Coast...
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App helps Peninsula Villages boost recruitment
A recently launched employee referral and reward program has allowed Peninsular Villages to...
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More data on aged care spending revealed
The amount that aged care services are spending on care, food and wages can now be viewed by older Australians and their families.
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Receiving end-of-life care at home
The key factors that enable people to receive palliative care at home will be explored in new...
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Aged care workers invited for free will drafting
Aged care workers in the Gold Coast and Tweed area have the opportunity to speak with estate...
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Together through dementia: a love story
When 79-year-old Gay McNamara first saw husband Jimmy at the Gympie Show 63 years ago, she knew...
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Study reveals high level of antidepressant use in aged care
According to a new study, antidepressant use has increased at aged care facilities — with six in 10 residents taking this medication.
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Age-related hearing loss differs for men and women
Around one in five people around the world suffer from hearing loss, and this number is expected...
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Does the weather cause muscle and joint pain?
A University of Sydney-led study has questioned the commonly held belief that temperature and...
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Falls prevention: what is the gold standard?
Devastating falls in residential aged care homes could be avoided using "gold standard"...
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