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Ritchelle is a Content Producer for Healthcare Channel, Australia’s premier resource of information for healthcare.

DNA
Featured Leader, Science and Technology
Expanding DNA analysis beyond forensic roots
Ritchelle Drilon Sep 7, 2023

While genetic testing often brings to mind sensationalised crime scene investigations, Australian company Identilab is pioneering broader horizons for DNA analysis. Specialising in paternity, maternity

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chronic
Healthcare News, Research
ADAPT program offers new hope for chronic pain sufferers
Ritchelle Drilon Sep 7, 2023

Active and athletic registered nurse Jacqui thought her clinical background would put her in good stead for a chronic pain management journey after she fell

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older
Healthcare, Healthcare News, Research
Time to put older women’s health on the agenda
Ritchelle Drilon Sep 7, 2023

As Women’s Health Week unfolds, the National Ageing Research Institute (NARI) takes centre stage in advocating for the healthcare needs of older women. This year,

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medication
Healthcare News, Research
Medication safety focus of new UQ-PAH research
Ritchelle Drilon Sep 5, 2023

The University of Queensland (UQ) is embarking on innovative research to mitigate the risk of medication-related harm among inpatients and individuals transitioning from the hospital

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booster
Aged Care
COVID booster guidance updated for older Aussies
Ritchelle Drilon Sep 5, 2023

In a recent development, the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) has issued new recommendations calling for additional COVID-19 vaccine booster for specific high-risk

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hip
Healthcare
Unlocking the power of small changes to prevent hip fractures
Ritchelle Drilon Sep 5, 2023

A recent groundbreaking Australian study has uncovered the potential for simple, community-wide strategies to significantly reduce the occurrence of debilitating hip fractures. Led by Distinguished

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sustainability
Aged Care, Sponsored Story
The sustainability journey for aged care
Ritchelle Drilon Sep 5, 2023

There is no denying that much of corporate Australia is going through a green transition, with many stakeholders including investors, employees and consumers expecting businesses

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UCCs
Healthcare News, Hospitals/Clinics
New medicare UCCs emerge in Hobart, easing pressure on hospital services
Ritchelle Drilon Aug 31, 2023

Responding to the needs of Hobart residents, the Albanese Government has introduced two fully bulk billed Medicare Urgent Care Clinics (UCCs) in the region. The

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OAPL
Healthcare, Healthcare News
Slacks Creek to house OAPL’s new innovation hub
Ritchelle Drilon Aug 31, 2023

Dedicated to pioneering patient-centred care and innovation, Orthopaedic Appliances Pty Ltd (OAPL) is embarking on an exciting venture with a visionary investment of approximately $6.75

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rural
Healthcare, Healthcare News
Nurses suggest ways to boost rural retention
Ritchelle Drilon Aug 31, 2023

The chronic nurse shortage in rural and regional Australia is driven by factors like ageing populations, growing communities and a fatigued workforce. With regional and

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dining
Aged Care
Cooking up improvements in aged care dining experience
Ritchelle Drilon Aug 31, 2023

In a strategic move to revolutionise aged care dining experiences and bolster residents’ well-being, the Albanese Government is rolling out a free training program aimed

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care
Aged Care, Featured Leader, Video interviews, Watch
Dementia, tech boom and staff shortage: Aged care’s next big waves
Ritchelle Drilon Aug 29, 2023

In the realm of aged care, the pursuit of person-centred care remains a steadfast goal, yet is often met with the complex challenge of achieving

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2024 All rights reserved. © Healthcare channel powered by Akolade.