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Managing stress in older people

A program designed to help young people manage their stress has been adapted for older people by Canadian researchers.

Food & wellbeing 13 February, 2025

Using handgrip strength as a health measure

Research shows that handgrip strength is a reliable, safe and non-invasive method of predicting age-related disease and disability.

Food & wellbeing 05 February, 2025

How shifting aged care legislation impacts client communication

The aged care sector in Australia is undergoing a period of significant transformation, with a wave of legislative changes across the industry.

Compliance & Governance 31 January, 2025

Online lifestyle trial points to improved cognition

Significantly better cognition in older adults was flagged following a clinical trial that implemented an online lifestyle intervention.

Clinical & nursing 30 January, 2025

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

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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
Why allied health support is key for dementia care

Why allied health support is key for dementia care

There are calls for appropriate funding to be made available for dementia patients to access allied health support and services.

News 14 February, 2025
Compliance & Governance
Interim First Nations Aged Care Commissioner's report welcomed

Interim First Nations Aged Care Commissioner's report welcomed

The Interim First Nations Aged Care Commissioner's report has been welcomed by OPAN as an important step forward for the sector.

News 12 February, 2025
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
Managing stress in older people

Managing stress in older people

A program designed to help young people manage their stress has been adapted for older people by Canadian researchers.

Article 13 February, 2025
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