A new study by the South Australian Health and Medical Research Institute (SAHMRI) and Flinders University reveals that a significant number of Australian infants and toddlers are not consuming enough choline, a crucial nutrient for ...
Primary healthcare professionals now have access to a new, free online education program designed to enhance their skills in managing chronic airway diseases such as breathlessness, COPD, and asthma. Funded by the Australian Government, this ...
Guide Dogs Victoria has officially opened its sensory campus, a transformative space that redefines support for people living with low vision and blindness. This nearly 70-year-old campus in Kew has been reimagined into a world-class ...
Recent studies from Flinders University’s Caring Futures Institute have revealed a critical gap in the tools used to measure and improve care quality for dementia patients in aged care facilities. Despite over half of all ...
Food in aged care is more than just sustenance – it’s a vital component of residents’ quality of life. Dr Morgan Pankhurst, Research Fellow at Flinders University, along with team leader Professor Michelle Miller and ...
The healthcare industry has to change. With a lack of staffing, increased costs, and a growing demand for high-quality care, it’s become clear that hospitals up and down the US are struggling to cope. Change, ...
When deciding on a Medicare plan, the selection process can be overwhelming. However, with all the correct information, you can make an informed decision that best suits your healthcare needs and budget. Whether you are ...
A recent study by the Menzies School of Health Research has revealed an alarming staff turnover rate of 151% annually in Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service (ACCHS) clinics across remote regions of the Northern Territory ...
Western Sydney University’s ‘Brain Bootcamp,’ Australia’s first self-guided dementia prevention program, has shown promising results in reducing dementia risk through short, low-intensity lifestyle modifications. The three-month study tracked over 350 seniors, averaging 73.3 years old, ...
A new report reveals that retirement village development applications in New South Wales are facing severe delays, with one-third of them taking more than 730 days to be assessed. This extended timeframe comes despite an ...
To support the adoption of digital health tools in the allied health sector, the Australian Digital Health Agency is launching an Allied Health Industry Offer. The offer is targeting clinical information system (CIS) and mobile ...
A new study from Flinders University and SAHMRI highlights a growing threat in aged care facilities: the spread of antibiotic-resistant bacteria, or “superbugs,” due to the overuse of antibiotics. The research, published in the Journal ...