The Dementia Australia Research Foundation is allocating $2.4 million to fund 18 projects in its 2022 Grants Program, focusing on diverse areas of dementia research.
The mechanisms by which antidepressants and other emotion-focused medications work could be reconsidered due to an important new breakthrough in the understanding of how the
When it comes to emergency departments, having enough nurse staffing on duty can make a critical difference in patient outcomes, a new study suggests. Published
A study led by researchers at UNSW Sydney has shed light on the concerning link between prescription opioid use and serious falls among adults, revealing
In a move to combat heart disease in Australia, Australian Eggs has partnered with Hearts4Heart. Together, they aim to raise awareness and dispel misconceptions about
It’s official. Getting the recommended 7-9 hours of sleep a night is currently out of reach for almost one-third of the population as Flinders University
Encouraging the elderly to move more and sit less can have a profound impact on their overall healthcare. Now, a study by health scientists at
For older women, rapid weight loss can sometimes signal more than just shedding pounds. It may hint at underlying health issues and pose risks like
A new nationwide program is set to revolutionise dementia care in Australia by cultivating a network of leaders dedicated to supporting individuals living with the
In a groundbreaking research initiative, Silverchain and QUT will explore the barriers hindering individuals from accessing palliative care at home, where they often wish to
Researchers at Edith Cowan University (ECU) are investigating the role of gut microbes in predicting Alzheimer’s disease (AD), a global health concern recognised by the
Wet age-related macular degeneration (wet AMD) presents a significant challenge for the elderly, often leading to blindness. However, a groundbreaking treatment is on the horizon, offering