The latest report from Netskope Threat Labs has uncovered troubling trends in cybersecurity threats targeting the healthcare sector, shedding light on the need for robust protective measures. Netskope Threat Labs has published its latest research ...
Leaving paid work opens the door to potentially the best stage of life, and a new study confirms the health and well-being benefits which can stem from retirement via an individual’s increased ‘locus of control,’ ...
A new initiative in the Loddon-Mallee region is providing respite for people with dementia and their carers through immersive nature experiences. The GreenConnect Dementia Respite project, funded by a $1.7 million grant from the Federal ...
Aged-care workers will receive a significant pay increase after the Fair Work Commission ruled they deserved substantial wage rises of up to 28%. The federal government has committed to the increases, but is yet to ...
Australia’s healthcare system is facing significant challenges due to shortages and maldistribution of the healthcare workforce, leading to delayed care for many Australians. In response, the Australian Medical Association (AMA) is calling for the establishment ...
A recent study conducted by the Sydney Policy Lab and Impact Economics has shed light on the critical lack of investment in research and development (R&D) within the aged care sector in Australia. This dearth ...
In times of crisis, we often hear the phrase ‘Let me know if you need anything.’ Although the helpful intention is there, this phrase is non-committal and places the responsibility of asking for help on ...
Are sleeping pills the only solution for insomnia? Not according to Flinders University’s Dr Alexander Sweetman, who says that using self-guided digital behavioural therapy is an alternative solution that should be considered. Despite a wealth of ...
The Albanese Government recently released the much-anticipated Aged Care Taskforce’s Final Report, marking a significant step toward overhauling Australia’s aged care system to provide sustainable, high-quality care for all older Australians, now and in the ...
A cutting-edge project to create a digital platform for predicting dementia risk is moving forward, thanks to new research funding from the Western Australian government. The innovative tool, led by Professor Blossom Stephan at Curtin ...
Aged care financing is a vexed problem for the Australian government. It is already underfunded for the quality the community expects, and costs will increase dramatically. There are also significant concerns about the complexity of the ...
A new Australian study has revealed an alarming statistic – 6 out of 10 aged care residents are taking antidepressant medications. Researchers are concerned this extremely high rate could be masking deeper issues around mental ...
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