Australian health authorities are sounding the alarm over low COVID-19 vaccination rates in residential aged care facilities, highlighting a potentially dangerous gap in protection for one of the nation’s most vulnerable populations. Aged Care Quality ...
Port Macquarie and Lismore Base Hospitals are spearheading the implementation of new Safe Staffing Levels in regional New South Wales (NSW). This initiative, part of a larger government commitment to boost healthcare staffing, aims to ...
A groundbreaking study by Australian scientists has uncovered a crucial connection between brain changes and cognitive decline in Alzheimer’s disease. This discovery could lead to more effective treatments for the millions affected by this devastating condition. ...
A recent Monash University study has pinpointed the top ten signs that may indicate adverse reactions to psychotropic medications in elderly residents of long-term care facilities. These medications, commonly used to treat conditions like depression, ...
The impact of T1D on individuals’ and families’ lives is extensive, the associated health complications of type 1 diabetes place a high cost on individuals, families, governments and the economy. In 2020, T1D cost $2.9 billion through healthcare ...
In the intricate landscape of the Australian healthcare industry, the emphasis on exceptional patient care and efficient operations is paramount. As the sector grapples with increasing demands and complex challenges, a transformative solution has emerged: healthcare ...
The New South Wales government is embarking on a major initiative to attract and develop medical talent, with applications opening for the 2025 Junior Medical Officer (JMO) recruitment campaign. This drive aims to bolster the ...
Advanced diabetes management technologies like insulin pumps, continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) and flash glucose monitors (FGMs) are transforming lives, but their high costs create a significant healthcare disparity in Australia. The Rural Doctors Association of ...
Cambridge University researchers have developed an artificial intelligence tool that could transform how we diagnose and manage Alzheimer’s disease. This innovative algorithm outperforms current clinical methods, accurately predicting in 82% of cases whether individuals with ...
A new digital program Ciao! aimed at combating social isolation among elderly residents in Australian aged care facilities is set to pilot in Victoria. The “Ciao!” Program, developed by the Amplifon Foundation and brought to ...
A new report highlights the affordability of retirement village units across Sydney at a time when house prices are out of reach for many homebuyers. The 2023 PwC-Property Council Retirement Census reveals the cost of ...
On 7 August, Australia will celebrate Aged Care Employee Day. This special day is a chance for everyone to say “thank you” to the people who care for our older Australians. Tom Symondson CEO of ...
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