Elder abuse, affecting one in six older Australians, is predominantly perpetrated by family members, according to Professor Bianca Brijnath, Director of Social Gerontology at the
The term “sundowning” is sometimes used to describe a tendency for people living with dementia to become more confused in the late afternoon and into
The Albanese Government recently announced a substantial investment of $40 million to extend the Transition Care Programme (TCP) in Australia. Over the next two years,
Australia’s health system has the potential to save an estimated $66 million per year by encouraging aged care residents to consume more dairy and protein,
New research from Orange Sky reveals that over half (55%) of Australians aren’t friends with their colleagues, with one in five (19%) keen to get
Woolworths and Blue Light Card have partnered to offer exclusive discounts to frontline workers and emergency services volunteers. Frontline workers and emergency services volunteers will
New research conducted by the University of South Australia suggests that rural experience plays a significant role in addressing the shortage of health workers in
Flinders University has undertaken a pioneering research project in Australia to enhance the quality of life and support for informal carers of people living with
According to a recent national survey conducted by the Australian Primary Health Care Nurses Association (APNA), more than one third (34%) of nurses working in
The Aged & Community Care Providers Association (ACCPA) invites aged care providers, residents and families to join them in expressing a heartfelt ‘thanks for caring’
Australia’s vulnerable population is facing significant financial burdens, affecting families and young individuals across the country. In an effort to alleviate these pressures and enable
In Australia, a significant portion of the population, over 10%, serves as unpaid carers for loved ones coping with chronic conditions, disabilities, or illnesses, despite
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Healthcare Channel acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands where we live, learn and work. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.
Healthcare Channel acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands where we live, learn and work. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.
