The Australian government has announced at investment of $3.7 million to improve infection prevention and control (IPC) in aged care homes. This funding, part of the National Health and Medical Research Council’s (NHMRC) Targeted Call ...
When thinking about careers in healthcare, doctors and nurses often come to mind, but the field is rich with diverse roles you might not have considered. From Genetic Counsellors to Patient Advocates, this blog explores ...
Touchstone Life Care and aged care provider Whiddon have secured an $85,000 grant from the J.O & J.R Wicking Trust to provide free digital advance care plans (ACPs) to 1,600 older Australians. This initiative aims ...
A $8 million investment has been announced to broaden the scope of innovative respite support programs for individuals living with dementia and their carers. This latest funding boost is part of the ‘Improving respite care ...
A recent study by not-for-profit aged care provider Benetas has revealed that older Australians are increasingly tech-savvy, but remain wary of online security risks. The survey of over 1,000 Australians aged 65 and above highlights ...
As regional Australia continues to struggle with workforce shortages in allied healthcare professions, Flinders University researchers are looking to uncover what support and programs are needed to keep people living and working in rural and ...
Around half of Australian aged care homes are losing money, prompting concerns about their long-term financial viability and the potential for closures – particularly in the country. Aged care homes in rural and remote areas ...
While fixed employment contracts are something that has served the healthcare industry well for a long time, an increasing number of providers and organizations are looking into the benefits of locum tenens. Here, let’s talk ...
The latest issue of the Australian Health Review, published by the Australian Healthcare and Hospitals Association (AHHA), highlights critical areas for improvement in the Australian healthcare system, with a particular emphasis on mental health reform ...
Unravelling the complexities of circular RNAs (circRNAs) in cancer biology has positioned scientists on the cusp of revolutionary breakthroughs in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer. A new Flinders University study published in Nature Reviews ...
Recent surveys reveal that Australia’s aged care reforms are yielding positive results, with residents reporting improved experiences in care homes. However, the government acknowledges that further efforts are required to enhance the quality of residential ...
The Australian Medical Association (AMA) has unveiled a new blueprint for healthcare reform, emphasising the need for a shift towards preventive health measures. AMA President Professor Steve Robson stressed the importance of addressing chronic disease ...
Healthcare Channel – Sharing knowledge and resources for Australia’s health and aged care sector
How can we help?
MENU LINKS
EVENTS
WRITE FOR US
We always welcome thought leaders ready to mentor the next generation. Be a Healthcare Channel learning partner today!
Healthcare Channel acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands where we live, learn and work. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.
Healthcare Channel acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands where we live, learn and work. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.
Request Brochure
