Despite significant gains in experience and leadership roles, women in Australia’s digital health sector continue to face substantial pay inequity, earning up to $1,500 less per week than their male counterparts, according to a new ...
A major research initiative has been launched to address the challenges of catheter care in Australian aged care facilities, where over 20,000 residents currently require catheter support. The National Ageing Research Institute (NARI) has unveiled ...
A new study by Anglicare Australia has exposed a dire housing affordability crisis affecting Australia’s essential workers, even those in full-time employment. The special edition of the Rental Affordability Snapshot, released during Anti-Poverty Week, paints a grim ...
Breast cancer remains one of the most prevalent health concerns worldwide, impacting millions of individuals and families. Understanding the prognosis associated with breast cancer is crucial for patients, caregivers, and healthcare providers. This understanding primarily ...
A study led by the Communicate Study Partnership from Menzies School of Health Research has unveiled critical insights into the experiences of First Nations people in Australian hospitals, spotlighting the urgent need for culturally safe ...
This National Carers Week 2024, a survey has shed light on the pressing challenges faced by Australia’s unsung heroes – family and friend carers. The 2024 National Carer Survey, conducted by Carers NSW and partner ...
The Australian Government’s recent launch of an Information Sharing and Analysis Centre (ISAC) for the Australian healthcare system cannot come any sooner. When it comes to critical infrastructure protection, there is arguably no sector more vital than ...
The Australian Government has introduced a digital tool aimed at reshaping the landscape of disability and aged care services across the nation. The Care Sector Demand Map provides access to comprehensive data on supply and ...
Lung Foundation Australia has launched a new online resource, My COPD Checklist, to help people living with the lung disease take more control of their lung health and enjoy better quality of life. Lung Foundation ...
A healthcare virtual assistant is a tool or platform that offers remote support to healthcare providers. These virtual assistants have transformed the way healthcare practices operate by taking on a variety of tasks that range ...
The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) is calling on the Federal Government to accelerate the revival of general practice in Australia. The call comes after the RACGP’s Health of the Nation 2024 report revealed ...
Today marks Ageism Awareness Day, an initiative by EveryAGE Counts to combat discrimination against older people. This year’s theme, “End Ageism in Advertising,” highlights the persistent issue of misrepresentation and exclusion of older adults in ...