Surprising things that may reduce dementia risk factors
19 April, 2024 | Supplied by: Monash UniversityA new Australian study has uncovered some surprising factors that may reduce the risk of developing dementia.
How HIV treatments could help Alzheimer's patients
19 April, 2024Promising real-world links between common HIV drugs and a reduced incidence of Alzheimer’s disease have been uncovered by scientists.
Could smartphones detect frontotemporal dementia?
11 April, 2024New research suggests that smartphone cognitive testing could detect early signs of frontotemporal dementia (FTD) in those who carry the gene.
Serious risks to back pain patients, investigation finds
10 April, 2024Fraud, waste and abuse have been uncovered by an ABC Four Corners investigation into Australia's "back pain industry".
Key step uncovered in the wound healing process
04 April, 2024 | Supplied by: Monash UniversityScientists from Monash University have identified a key step in the wound healing process that becomes disabled during the aging process.
The church needs a better understanding of dementia: study
26 March, 2024More dementia education is needed to assist clergy in supporting those with dementia and their families, a new study shows.
Could the gut microbiome help to diagnose Alzheimer's?
22 March, 2024 | Supplied by: Dementia AustraliaA new project exploring the role of the gut microbiome in the early diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease has received a round of funding.
Call for dementia-specific tools for GPs
15 March, 2024 | Supplied by: Dementia AustraliaThe newest Dementia Australia Honorary Medical Advisor is highlighting the importance of dementia-specific tools for GPs.
New VR dementia care program launched
12 March, 2024 | Supplied by: Dementia Training AustraliaA new program designed to create a network of leaders specialising in dementia care has been launched.
Painkiller prescription rate much higher in Australia: study
29 February, 2024 | Supplied by: Monash UniversityAustralian aged care residents are far more likely to be taking painkiller medication than residents in some other parts of the world, new research shows.
Lenexa Medical LenexaCARE pressure injury monitoring system
15 February, 2024 | Supplied by: Lenexa MedicalThe LenexaCARE fabric-based sensor technology paired with AI software monitors patient position and pressures in real time to enable personalised pressure injury prevention.
Language barriers: the impact on dementia patients
14 February, 2024 | Supplied by: Edith Cowan UniversityA new Edith Cowan University (ECU) study has explored the link between language barriers and aggression in dementia patients.
Easing chronic pain for people with Parkinson's
14 February, 2024 | Supplied by: University of South AustraliaUniversity of South Australia researchers are working on new ways to treat the pain associated with Parkinson's disease.
Delivering high-quality dementia care
08 February, 2024 | Supplied by: Dementia AustraliaEveryone working across the healthcare industry ought to be receiving compulsory education about dementia to increase their understanding and knowledge.
Death and dying in aged care: managing worker mental health
06 February, 2024Recent research shows that nearly half of aged care professionals exposed to death and dying are impacted professionally and mentally, but very few seek help.
