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Research
Innovative collaboration targets social cognitive impairments in older adults
Ritchelle Drilon Jun 27, 2023

An Australian-first collaboration involving leading researchers at Silverchain, UNSW Sydney’s Centre for Healthy Brain Ageing (CHeBA) and The University of Queensland has been launched to

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men
Healthcare News
Breaking the silence: empowering men to speak up and prioritise their health
Ritchelle Drilon Jun 13, 2023

In Australia, an average of seven men die by suicide every day, with three times as many men as women taking their lives in 2021.

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monitoring
Research, Science and Technology
Individuals with mental health Illnesses sceptical of monitoring technologies
Ritchelle Drilon Jun 8, 2023

An Australian-first research study conducted by Flinders University sheds light on the concerns and experiences of individuals with lived experience of mental illness regarding mental

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nurses
Aged Care
The time has come to prioritise the care of aged care nurses
Ritchelle Drilon May 25, 2023

National labour-hire agency Altaira has forged a partnership with well-being charity Healthcare Heartbeat to deliver Wellness Grants for nurses working in the aged care sector.

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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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APS
Aged Care, Aged Care
APS calls for urgent action to improve mental health care for aged care residents
Ritchelle Drilon Apr 28, 2023

APS is requesting the government to enhance the availability of psychology services among aged care residents. The Australian Psychological Society (APS) is urging the Federal

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bipolar
Healthcare, Healthcare News
Breaking the stigma: How understanding Bipolar Disorder can save lives
Ritchelle Drilon Mar 30, 2023

Enquiries for bipolar disorder increased by 309% at The Banyans Healthcare in 2022, highlighting the need for more understanding and support for the estimated 3%

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carer
Healthcare
5 ways to healthily cope as a carer
Ritchelle Drilon Mar 28, 2023

Being a carer is a challenging journey as it can be emotionally and physically taxing. However, the experience is also incredibly rewarding, providing a sense

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NEWSS
Healthcare, Healthcare News
Australia launches NEWSS to provide mental health assistance
Ritchelle Drilon Mar 16, 2023

Australia’s emergency workers will receive additional mental healthcare support through the establishment of the National Emergency Workers Support Service. Australia has launched a new initiative

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community health
Healthcare, Healthcare News
COVID-19 pushes Australia’s community health workers to brink of burnout and departure
Ritchelle Drilon Mar 14, 2023

COVID-19 caused high stress and burnout among Australia’s community health service workers, with one in five considering leaving, per Deakin University and the Victorian Healthcare

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Aged Care, Aged Care, Mental Health
Emotional resilience and social well-being: How to prevent mental health decline in seniors
Ritchelle Drilon Mar 10, 2023

As many as one in five seniors experience mental health issues not associated with ageing. This increased risk of depression and anxiety is why it’s

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frontline workers
Healthcare, Opinion
Opinion: Frontline workers bear the brunt of traumatic workplace experiences – but we can reduce the suffering
Kerry Howard Mar 8, 2023

Preventing traumatic injuries to frontline workers is possible by reducing stigma, providing pre-exposure psychoeducation and debriefing, and implementing support systems and programs for recovery. As

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