A new program called ‘Small Steps’ is helping older Australians make easy changes to their daily habits that could lower their risk of dementia. The
Receiving a cancer diagnosis is a daunting and life altering event, even more so when your diagnosis is rare with very little awareness and public
A new, healthcare navigation platform, Zable Health (Zable), has launched to empower healthcare professionals in their mission to connect with patients through the provision and
La Trobe University is making an unprecedented move to tackle the nursing shortage in rural Australia. For the first time ever, the university’s Rural Health School
A new survey has revealed a worrying trend in Australia’s healthcare system. Many nurses working in community clinics and doctor’s offices are thinking about quitting
Australia’s Age Discrimination Commissioner Robert Fitzgerald AM is urging retirement homes across the country to step up their efforts in protecting older residents from abuse.
Australia’s first integrated public health and clinical data platform to help combat current and future healthcare challenges such as pandemics and natural disasters is being
A new survey has revealed that many highly skilled nurses in GP clinics are spending their time on administrative tasks instead of providing medical care.
The Australian government is investing $16 million in 11 innovative healthcare projects aimed at improving health services in rural and remote areas. This funding will
A new charity called Kick-Ass Seniors has launched in Australia to help people over 65 who have been tricked by online scammers or want to
As Australia’s population continues to age, the demand for quality aged care services is growing exponentially. However, this sector faces a significant challenge: a shortage
A new study has found that practising mindfulness can significantly reduce feelings of stress and anxiety among nursing staff. Researchers analysed data from 14 previous studies