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conditions
Aged Care, Research
Majority of Australians find care work rewarding, but concerns over pay and conditions persist
Ritchelle Drilon Jun 1, 2023

According to a study conducted by the Australian National University (ANU), the majority of Australians find care work rewarding and fulfilling but hold negative perceptions

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system
Healthcare, Healthcare News
Cost concerns lead to patient care skipping as healthcare system falls
Ritchelle Drilon Jun 1, 2023

The latest Australian Healthcare Index June 2023 report, with support from Healthengine and the Australian Patients Association, reveals that the healthcare system is facing ongoing

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navigation pilot
Regional Health
SA’s Palliative Care Navigation Pilot connecting patients with care
Ritchelle Drilon May 30, 2023

A pioneering palliative care pilot program, Palliative Care Navigation Pilot, is set to be launched in South Australia, aiming to enhance accessibility and support for

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care
Aged Care, Healthcare
Improving end-of-life care: $68M boost for palliative care initiatives
Ritchelle Drilon May 30, 2023

Minister for Health and Aged Care Mark Butler has announced substantial funding to improve palliative care services across the country. With a focus on enhancing

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home care
Healthcare, Opinion, Science and Technology
At home care – reshaping the future of healthcare
Rob Marchiori May 30, 2023

The Australian healthcare market and system are on an expanding trajectory as Australia’s population continues to grow and age with little sign of reversing. With

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Australians
Aged Care, Healthcare, Healthcare News
Financial constraints lead to missed healthcare appointments among Australians over 50
Ritchelle Drilon May 25, 2023

New data reveals that nearly half of Australians aged over 50 are skipping regular dental and GP visits due to increasing cost of living pressures.

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back pain
Healthcare News, Research
Growing global low back pain cases pose healthcare crisis, calls for urgent action
Ritchelle Drilon May 23, 2023

An analysis of more than 30 years of data reveals a concerning trend: the number of low back pain cases is steadily increasing worldwide. Researchers

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complex trauma
Featured Leader
Understanding Complex Trauma: A Path to Healing and Recovery with Dr Cathy Kezelman
Ritchelle Drilon May 23, 2023

Complex trauma, characterised by repeated experiences of violence, abuse and neglect, affects a significant portion of the Australian population. With over 1 in 4 adults

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incentives
Healthcare, Healthcare News
Healthcare workers wanted: QLD offers incentives to boost public sector staff
Ritchelle Drilon May 16, 2023

Queensland state government offers tens of thousands of dollars in incentives to attract healthcare workers. In a bid to boost public sector staff, the Queensland

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learning
Healthcare, Healthcare News
Federal Budget support for learning health systems and data sharing
Ritchelle Drilon May 11, 2023

AHHA welcomes announcements in the Federal Budget that will support the development of our health system as a learning health system, driving improved outcomes for

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workers
Healthcare, Healthcare News
Cost of heroism: Survey reveals 60% of healthcare workers struggle with mental health
Ritchelle Drilon May 11, 2023

Ahead of International Nurses Day (12 May), all healthcare workers are being encouraged to look after their own mental health and well-being. Frontline healthcare and

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roadmap
Healthcare, Healthcare News
A roadmap for smartwatch integration into Australian healthcare
Ritchelle Drilon May 9, 2023

The University of Queensland has developed a roadmap for integrating smartwatches into Australian healthcare, but challenges remain regarding data accuracy and interoperability. A roadmap for

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