Community Industry Group (CI Group) is embarking on a new project funded by the NSW Government to streamline the transition of older individuals from hospitals to aged care facilities. With a $300,000 grant, CI Group ...
The announcement of a National Health and Research Strategy represents a critical milestone that will help shape the delivery of healthcare for future generations, according to the Digital Health Cooperative Research Centre (DHCRC). A national ...
Recent cyber incidents highlight healthcare as a top target for ransomware hackers. Research by Rubrik Zero Labs shows these attacks have significant impacts, with an estimated one-fifth of healthcare organisations’ sensitive data affected in each ...
On World Hand Hygiene Day this Sunday 5 May, the Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care (the Commission) urges Australians to continue to practise good hand hygiene as the first-line defence to ...
A researcher from James Cook University is working on adapting artificial intelligence (AI) technology to evaluate frailty levels in older adults. The goal is to make caring for older people more efficient. PhD student Jonathan ...
Dr James Scheibner, Lecturer in Law at Flinders University, warns of a weakening of future technology transfer for pandemic response products. As the COVID-19 death toll continues, is the world prepared for a rapid and ...
Amid the ongoing challenges faced by Australia’s healthcare workers, the Australian Government has introduced a new initiative aimed at assisting nurses and midwives in coping with stress and burnout. With the healthcare sector grappling with ...
Getting older adults to stay physically active through sports could be helped by modifying the games. Shorter playing times and a focus on fun rather than winning may be key to keeping seniors engaged. New ...
Nurses are the backbone of healthcare systems worldwide, playing a multifaceted role that extends far beyond the traditional realms of clinical care. While their primary focus is on promoting health, preventing illness and providing direct ...
Sleep, as a vital physiological process, plays an indispensable role in the maintenance of human health. It is responsible for organic recovery, mental relaxation, and memory consolidation. However, in the modern world, sleep disorders, particularly ...
Non-substance addiction is a psychological concern. People who gamble, shop, play, or participate in risky behaviors in an uncontrollable and problematic manner have psychological issues that need to be addressed. Understanding psychological factors in non-substance ...
A groundbreaking pilot study has unveiled an online toolkit designed to equip caregivers with essential knowledge and tools to identify and manage delirium, a state of sudden confusion often experienced by older individuals. Led by ...