A new Perspectives Brief from the Deeble Institute for Health Policy Research shines a light on the importance of involving older people and their carers
With demand for emergency department (ED) services in Australia growing rapidly and wait times increasing, a $1.3 million research boost has been granted that aims
Researchers at James Cook University (JCU) have uncovered significant barriers to delivering adequate healthcare in rural and remote communities of Northern Queensland due to restrictive
New research indicates that magnetite, a tiny particle found in air pollution, may trigger the development of Alzheimer’s disease, a debilitating form of dementia that
Responding to calls for more accessible and tailored healthcare, the Miles Government is set to establish four new nurse-led clinics across Queensland. These clinics aim
To get more value from Australia’s hefty $180 billion healthcare budget, health economists need a bigger say in how hospitals operate, suggests recent research from
The Dementia Australia Research Foundation is allocating $2.4 million to fund 18 projects in its 2022 Grants Program, focusing on diverse areas of dementia research.
A comprehensive 5-year plan is underway to put Australians at the forefront of managing and enhancing their personal health and well-being through digital advancements. The
The mechanisms by which antidepressants and other emotion-focused medications work could be reconsidered due to an important new breakthrough in the understanding of how the
When it comes to emergency departments, having enough nurse staffing on duty can make a critical difference in patient outcomes, a new study suggests. Published
As we grow older, it’s natural to experience occasional moments of word-fumbling or forgetfulness. For many, these instances can spark concerns about cognitive decline or
While driving independence remains cherished among many older Australians, age-related changes can affect driving abilities, raising concerns about road safety. Professor Kaarin Anstey, an expert