Sleep has become the holy grail of health and well-being. But for some people, particularly shift workers and others with a chronically mistimed body-clock, getting a good night’s sleep can be a constant battle that ...
In a global effort to improve the lives of breast cancer survivors, new health research has looked at strategies that can help prevent lymphoedema for millions of cancer survivors as a result of damage or ...
A new collaboration between ACON and Gymnastics NSW seeks to bolster physical well-being among older LGBTQ+ 55 and over through tailored programming addressing longstanding access barriers. Dubbed “Fitter for Life & LOVE,” the initiative aligns ...
A new Australian study aims to amplify positives within rural palliative care services, informed by real caregiver experiences. The goal is to drive service enhancements to support end-of-life patients and families through difficult transitions. Conducted ...
Health is the one part of life that everyone agrees is important, but so often it winds up at the bottom of the list. From chronic pains to weight gain to other serious concerns – ...
Cannatrek has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Mie University in Tsu, Japan, to forge an open collaboration focused on accelerating medical research into the use of cannabis. The strategic partnership marks the first-ever ...
The Rural Doctors Association of Australia (RDAA) has outlined practical proposals to bolster the rural health workforce in its 2024-2025 federal budget submission. It focuses on better supporting rural GPs to train the next generation ...
With Australia’s 2024 Federal Budget approaching, Palliative Care Australia (PCA) urges practical investments to improve at-home services for people with life-limiting illnesses. PCA says supporting palliative treatment and daily living assistance at home can enhance ...
Australia’s aged care and community care sector faces rising demand and regulatory reform pressures. Recommendations from the nation’s Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety emphasised digital advancement’s pivotal role in navigating challenges. In ...
It’s a shock when we realise our parents aren’t managing well at home. Perhaps the house and garden are looking more chaotic, and Mum or Dad are relying more on snacks than nutritious meals. Maybe ...
A new initiative aims to enhance dementia skills across Australia’s frontline emergency services – equipping them to safely assist the 400,000+ older people living with the condition. The program delivers specialised hourly training through online ...
Major advocacy groups have released key issues paper urging critical rights protections in Australia’s forthcoming Aged Care Act. They also warned against any delays to the legislation beyond the government’s July 2024 deadline. The joint paper ...