A recent study conducted by Monash University in collaboration with Japan’s Institute for Health Economics and Policy sheds light on striking differences in painkiller medication
It’s generally accepted that the work of care is underfunded, undervalued, under… you name it. And, as has become painfully clear over the past few
Sixty-three newly graduated Registered and Enrolled Nurses are stepping into the aged care sector following their completion of the Aged & Community Care Providers Association
Palliative Care Victoria has launched a groundbreaking initiative aimed at improving the quality of care for older adults. Called “Dignified and Respectful Decisions,” this initiative
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
A new study has found that immigrants living with dementia in nursing homes were more likely to show aggressive behaviour compared to people born in
Australia’s subsidised aged care services now help around 1.5 million older people to receive care and support. Taxpayers contributed A$28 billion to the various programs
As we grow older, many of us desire to remain in our own homes for as long as possible. This desire to “age in place”
SA Health, in collaboration with HammondCare, has introduced 15 new specialised dementia beds at The Repat, addressing the pressing issue of patients awaiting aged care
New research from Flinders University points to clear evidence-based strategies to mitigate alarming falls rates within Australia’s residential aged care facilities. Currently falls cost the
In the fast-paced world we live in, recreational activities often take a back seat to the demands of daily life. However, for older adults, remaining
Health is the one part of life that everyone agrees is important, but so often it winds up at the bottom of the list. From
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