Parkinson’s gene contributes to brain debris, changing treatment focus to autophagy, says University of Queensland research. New research from the University of Queensland has identified
A Home Care Traineeship will help address the skills shortage in the at-home aged care sector by equipping workers with the necessary skills to work
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Construction of the new Northern Private Hospital at New Epping has reached a significant milestone, with the facility now watertight and ready for state-of-the-art internal
With the Australian Parliament focused on delivering reform across various healthcare systems and services, the ideas and actions presented by Palliative Care Australia are hitting
Finding the right aged care options is critical in deciding how you may want end-of-life care and experience to go for your elderly. For some
The aged care workforce has long been calling for better wages and the Fair Work Commission’s decision to increase pay for more aged care workers
VMCH partners with innovative falls detection technology provider HomeGuardian and leading researchers from Deakin University in a three-year study. Funding for the falls prevention research
The National Dementia Action Plan has been criticised for failing to address the human rights of people living with dementia. The new 10-year National Dementia
The UNISA researchers call for financial support for pets in aged care, citing the mental health and well-being benefits of human-animal relations for residents. Furry,
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Bob seeks to improve the quality of life for older people in aged care by addressing the crucial element of “feelings” through initiatives such as