There’s nothing quite like the magic and wonder of being a new parent, with your newborn child a complete bundle of joy in your life. Sure, there’s the lack of sleep and the crying, but ...
Many older adults deal with polypharmacy, taking five or more medications simultaneously, which raises the risk of harmful drug interactions. Sorting through these medications to reduce unnecessary ones, known as deprescribing, can be complicated and ...
The federal government needs to make sure private health insurers cover hospital-at-home care, according to Catholic Health Australia. In its pre-budget submission, Catholic Health Australia said the government should set a minimum amount that insurers ...
Recent data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics has raised concerns about Australians failing to meet recommended daily nutrition guidelines. According to Dietitians Australia, the nation is falling short in purchasing essential food groups, prompting ...
Dementia Australia Research Foundation is marking 25 years of supporting Australia’s best-emerging researchers to explore, innovate and advance the field of dementia research with the release of its More than a Cure: 25 Years of Impact report. ...
Palliative Care Australia joins forces with the Australian College of Nurse Practitioners (ACNP) to launch the 2024 Heather May Herrick Scholarship Program, aimed at supporting Nurse Practitioners and Advanced Practice Nurses in the field of ...
The University of Notre Dame Australia is pioneering a groundbreaking digital eye screening system equipped with artificial intelligence (AI) to combat preventable eye diseases that could lead to blindness. Unlike traditional bulky and expensive equipment ...
The retirement living industry in Australia is gearing up for significant growth in construction, according to the latest Procore/Property Council Survey. Confidence in retirement construction activity is soaring, surpassing other sectors like residential, office, retail ...
A group of researchers is urging Chinese Australians to recognise dementia symptoms and seek early diagnosis by launching a program aimed at dismantling the social stigma, shame and misconceptions surrounding the disease. Statistics reveal that ...
Living in a neighbourhood with more greenery and lower crime rates could be linked to reduced risk factors for dementia, according to a study led by researchers from Monash University. Published in Preventive Medicine Reports, ...
Since the Women’s Health Initiative (WHI) study in 2002, concerns about hormone therapy have lingered, especially among women over 65. However, a recent study published in Menopause, the journal of The Menopause Society, challenges these ...
Nutrition plays a significant role in our mental well-being, yet its potential within Australia’s mental healthcare system remains largely untapped. Recognising this, Dietitians Australia has released a groundbreaking guide highlighting the transformative impact of nutrition ...
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