A new initiative is changing the landscape of care for older Australians who themselves are carers. The Carer Health and Wellbeing Service, a pilot program
Charles Sturt University is spearheading a project that could transform aged care in Australia by using cutting-edge technology to detect health issues in older adults
A recent study by Flinders University’s Caring Futures Institute has highlighted the substantial social and economic benefits of home automation for people with disabilities, urging
Researchers from the University of South Australia (UniSA) and the University of Canberra (UC) suggest that specially designed intergenerational playgrounds could be the key to
The Australian government’s recent announcement of funding to address placement poverty for low socio-economic status (SES) students in certain health professions has sparked concern among
The National Ageing Research Institute (NARI) has highlighted a critical gap in understanding and supporting neurodiversity among older Australians. During their annual “Conversations on Ageing,”
The Maggie Beer Foundation, a leading advocate for improving food quality and the dining experience in aged care, has appointed Jane Mussared as its new
The healthcare commerce market in Australia is huge, projected to reach AUD $1,08 million by 2028. Consumers are increasingly investing in healthcare products and services: they expect
The Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety, established to address the systemic issues plaguing Australia’s aged care sector, has been a significant force
A coalition of organisations representing older Australians has issued a pressing demand for the immediate introduction of a new rights-based Aged Care Act. The group,
A recent survey has revealed a troubling trend in Australian healthcare, with many citizens delaying or skipping crucial medical treatments due to cost-of-living pressures. The
A study has found that cleaning shared medical equipment once a day with even a simple disinfectant wipe could significantly reduce hospital-acquired infections and potentially