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The true cost of falls in aged care

A new University of Queensland study has revealed what fall-related injuries in aged care are costing the Australian health system.

Food & wellbeing 20 January, 2025

A Day in the Life of Amanda Bartosewicz

Despite encountering some very challenging circumstances and setbacks in her personal life, Amanda Bartosewicz always knew her dream was to work in aged care.

Services 17 January, 2025

Telehealth in aged care: the benefits and pitfalls

Taking a patient-centric approach to modernising access to health care for aging Australians is paramount to improving patient experiences and outcomes.

Technology 10 January, 2025

Does watching TV increase dementia risk?

When it comes to sedentary activities, new research suggests some can be more damaging to cognitive health than others.

Clinical & nursing 16 December, 2024

Helping older adults to communicate in noisy environments

Could online training be the key to improving communication in everyday environments?

Technology 12 December, 2024

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What are the benefits of an RSV vaccine for older adults?

What are the benefits of an RSV vaccine for older adults?

Research suggests that vaccination against respiratory syncytial virus for adults over 60 has a range of benefits.

Article 09 October, 2024
Clinical & Nursing
Does watching TV increase dementia risk?

Does watching TV increase dementia risk?

When it comes to sedentary activities, new research suggests some can be more damaging to cognitive health than others.

Article 16 December, 2024
Compliance & Governance
National Dementia Action Plan released by govt

National Dementia Action Plan released by govt

In a bid to make Australian more dementia-inclusive, the federal government has released its National Dementia Action Plan 2024–2034.

News 11 December, 2024
Facilities
Contemporary, integrated village transformation

Contemporary, integrated village transformation

Two new multistorey aged care homes will be added to the HammondCare site in Hammondville, south-west Sydney.

Article 04 December, 2024
Technology
Telehealth in aged care: the benefits and pitfalls

Telehealth in aged care: the benefits and pitfalls

Taking a patient-centric approach to modernising access to health care for aging Australians is paramount to improving patient experiences and...

Article 10 January, 2025
Services
A Day in the Life of Amanda Bartosewicz

A Day in the Life of Amanda Bartosewicz

Despite encountering some very challenging circumstances and setbacks in her personal life, Amanda Bartosewicz always knew her dream was to work in...

Article 17 January, 2025
Food & Wellbeing
Reducing the burden of osteoporosis-related fractures

Reducing the burden of osteoporosis-related fractures

Research by Monash University suggests that without intervention, the total number of hip fractures globally could nearly double by 2050.

News 23 January, 2025
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