Managing stress in older people
A program designed to help young people manage their stress has been adapted for older people by Canadian researchers.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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.
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Aged care antibiotic could put residents at risk
Better antibiotic management is needed in residential aged care to protect against...
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Research funding for infection prevention and control
Targeted research into improving infection prevention and control in aged care homes will attract...
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ACIPC International Conference speakers announced
Infection prevention and control is vitally important across all healthcare settings in reducing...
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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.
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Urgent commitment needed for brain health
The prevalence of dementia is expected to double within the next 30 years without significant...
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Online lifestyle trial points to improved cognition
Significantly better cognition in older adults was flagged following a clinical trial that...
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Does watching TV increase dementia risk?
When it comes to sedentary activities, new research suggests some can be more damaging to...
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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.
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How shifting aged care legislation impacts client communication
The aged care sector in Australia is undergoing a period of significant transformation, with a...
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Retirees paying more tax than they should: research
At least 700,000 Australians over the age of 65 could be paying too much tax, Super Members...
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National Dementia Action Plan released by govt
In a bid to make Australian more dementia-inclusive, the federal government has released its...
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Contemporary, integrated village transformation
Two new multistorey aged care homes will be added to the HammondCare site in Hammondville, south-west Sydney.
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WA parliament passes retirement village reforms
Reforms to the Retirement Villages Act 1992 have now passed through the WA parliament.
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Keeping cool in aged care: adapting to climate change
As global temperatures rise, aged care facilities face an increasingly critical challenge:...
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Helping older people stay local
Older people in rural and remote communities will receive more opportunities to stay close to...
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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...
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Helping older adults to communicate in noisy environments
Could online training be the key to improving communication in everyday environments?
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How Australia could achieve a home care revolution
Utilising smart technology could help to take much pressure off aged care and medical facilities...
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Could smart tech be the answer to aging at home?
Older Australians will accept government-funded technology in the home if it enables them to age...
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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...
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New aged care beds open at Tenterfield Care
Tenterfield Care's Haddington Aged Care Community has just opened an additional 28 aged care...
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'Baby boomer freight train' makes home care a pressing need
In order to better handle Australia's shifting demographics, the nation needs to prioritise...
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Achieving palliative care equality for rural Australia
Services such as palliative care are not always equally accessible, particularly for Australians...
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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.
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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...
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Hearing app recognised in 'health techquity' awards
A novel solution designed to help aged care residents with accurately testing their hearing has...
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Using handgrip strength as a health measure
Research shows that handgrip strength is a reliable, safe and non-invasive method of predicting...
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