Industry News
Berlasco inclusive residential care project recognised
Construction company Paynters has bagged the Brisbane Master Builders Queensland Housing and Construction Awards for the Berlasco Inclusive Residential Care project. [ + ]
Mild exercise for three months linked to improved brain efficiency
Research shows that even brief sessions of mild exercise — such as walking and yoga — can yield improvements in cognitive function in older adults. [ + ]
Alzheimer's drug donanemab has been hailed as a 'turning point' for treatment. But what does it mean for people with the disease?
Trial results of a new drug to treat Alzheimer's disease, donanemab, show it can slow cognitive decline by 35%. [ + ]
Razor-sharp memory of 'superagers' linked to faster movement: study
Most people's memory function gradually declines as they age; however, 'superagers' appear to be able to avoid this age-related deterioration. [ + ]
Report on shifting ageist attitudes among workers provides hope
A report released by the Australian Human Rights Commission shows the effectiveness of education in shifting ageist attitudes. [ + ]
New model to break through cultural barriers in dementia care
The project hopes to improve the quality of life and support for informal carers to people living with dementia in Australia. [ + ]
New generation of researchers promotes dignity in care
Involving several European universities, the InnovateDignity project aimed to train a new generation of researchers willing to take on societal challenges related to dignity in care for older people. [ + ]
1 in 4 living with dementia suffer malnutrition: research
New research has revealed that one in four people living with dementia in long-term care facilities suffer from malnutrition. [ + ]
Calvary and University of Canberra partner for training, research
Calvary and the University of Canberra have partnered to provide future nurses, midwives and allied health professionals with practical, hands-on training in the workplace. [ + ]
HRT might be linked to dementia: study
A large Danish study published in The BMJ has shown a possible link between menopausal hormone therapy (commonly known as HRT) and an increased risk of dementia. [ + ]
Cane toads play role in testing non-invasive monitoring device
The system could be developed for use in a variety of clinical situations, such as ICUs, aged-care facilities, and for people with sleep apnoea or infants with breathing concerns. [ + ]
Free after-hours healthcare toolkit for residential care homes
The North Western Melbourne Primary Health Network has developed a free after-hours healthcare toolkit to better support staff and families. [ + ]
Study shows need to customise mask fittings
If the facemask fits, it's much safer, say Flinders University researchers who have developed a low-cost way to customise N95 filtering facepiece respirators. [ + ]
Free cognitive monitoring app wins major award
BrainTrack, a free app that helps users privately monitor and understand changes in cognition over time, has won a major award at the ACT iAwards ceremony. [ + ]
Aust aging research on the world stage
NARI has presented its work at the International Association of Gerontology and Geriatrics 2023 Asia/Oceania Conference — a global forum for the aging research sector to share new research and projects. [ + ]
