Unravelling the complexities of circular RNAs (circRNAs) in cancer biology has positioned scientists on the cusp of revolutionary breakthroughs in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer. A new Flinders University study published in Nature Reviews ...
Recent surveys reveal that Australia’s aged care reforms are yielding positive results, with residents reporting improved experiences in care homes. However, the government acknowledges that further efforts are required to enhance the quality of residential ...
The Australian Medical Association (AMA) has unveiled a new blueprint for healthcare reform, emphasising the need for a shift towards preventive health measures. AMA President Professor Steve Robson stressed the importance of addressing chronic disease ...
A large-scale Australian study has revealed that subsidised exercise classes could significantly improve the health and physical function of older adults. The research, conducted by Monash University in collaboration with Exercise and Sports Science Australia ...
Communication is an integral part of our daily interactions, allowing us to express our feelings and emotions with friends, family, and strangers. Communication goes beyond listening and speaking; it’s about understanding. But what happens when ...
As healthcare practitioners, performing and delivering patient-focused, respectful, and ethical medical treatment and care is paramount. Doctors, surgeons, and qualified nursing practitioners who have obtained the requisite qualifications through online NP programs and other industry-accredited ...
The Australian Government has unveiled an $8 million project to improve dementia respite care. The Dementia Respite Education and Mentoring (DREAM) Project, developed by the Wicking Dementia Centre at the University of Tasmania in partnership ...
The Australian government is ramping up efforts to address the longstanding issue of malnutrition in aged care facilities, a problem estimated to cost $9 billion annually. The push comes in the wake of findings from ...
Ensuring older hospital patients receive specialised medication management could reduce their stay in hospital and potentially lower their risk of death, according to new research conducted by Flinders University in collaboration with Flinders Medical Centre. ...
Senior Australians are increasingly spending their retirement years wisely volunteering, remaining active and applying skills developed over illustrious careers to support their local community. Retiree Cathy, found herself bored after hanging up the white coat ...
Elder abuse is an emerging public health and safety issue for communities of high-income countries. The most recent data from Australia’s National Elder Abuse Prevalence Study, which surveyed 7,000 older people living in the community, ...
In modern healthcare, precision is paramount, and modern technology in cell counting is fundamental in achieving this goal. By meticulously quantifying cellular components in blood and tissue samples, cell counting empowers researchers in life science ...