Industry News
SPC launches new company to support aged care
SPC Care is a dedicated nutritional healthcare company, established to support the nutritional needs of older Australians. [ + ]
Campaign challenges palliative care perceptions
An innovative campaign will inform Australians about the broader meaning of palliative care and help spark conversations about death and dying. [ + ]
How do older Australians feel about digital health in the home?
The Global Centre for Modern Ageing has released a qualitative research report which reveals the challenges and opportunities facing the Australian healthcare industry. [ + ]
Digital platform tackles isolation in aged care
Developed as a result of extensive research at Monash University, the platform uses messages, videos, music and personal photographs to stimulate long-term memories. [ + ]
Aged-care residents that are served more, eat more
Researchers at the University of South Australia have discovered a simple way for aged-care residents to improve their nutrition intake: increase their meal sizes. [ + ]