Healthcare

A new report from the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare highlights just how big of an impact dementia has on communities across the country.

While the latest Federal Budget boosted health and aged care spending by $9.7 billion, many experts feel that simply throwing more money at the problems

In this year’s budget, the federal government announced one of the biggest changes to the mental health system in nearly two decades: a digital early

As National Reconciliation Week kicks off, it’s a crucial time to reflect on the ongoing need for cultural safety and awareness when it comes to

A new report is shining a light on the lack of access to proper palliative care for thousands of Australians facing terminal illnesses. The data,

As National Palliative Care Week 2024 draws to a close on Saturday, a unique project at Flinders University is highlighting the contribution of community organisations

As National Palliative Care Week begins, LGBTIQ+ Health Australia (LHA) and senior practitioner Dr Ruth McNair offer practical solutions for end-of-life challenges faced by LGBTIQ+

The Care Economy Cooperative Research Centre (CRC) has welcomed the Albanese Government’s investments in health, mental health, aged care and early childhood education in the

A new research initiative led by Professor Sarah Larkins from James Cook University aims to explore the effectiveness of telehealth in northern Queensland to improve

The National Ageing Research Institute (NARI) is urging the state government to prioritise funding for research and workforce training in the upcoming budget. This investment will

The Independent Health and Aged Care Pricing Authority (IHACPA) has today released its Consultation Paper on the Pricing Framework for Australian Hospital Services 2025–26. The consultation

A groundbreaking collaboration between community members and leading medical institutions in the Hunter and New England regions is set to improve how research is conducted