9 in 10 over-50s Aussie carers are facing care burnout
Until November — new Aged Care Act delay campaign claims win
VR headset and a treadmill — could this combo curb falls?
Why gait quality matters as you age
Alzheimer's drug TGA approval "momentous" — but is health care ready?
9 in 10 over-50s Aussie carers are facing care burnout
A report commissioned by Australian Seniors has revealed a concerning outlook for burnout risk of over-50s Australians juggling caring responsibilities.
Until November — new Aged Care Act delay campaign claims win
After advice from the sector and experts, the Australian Government has announced that the commencement of the new Aged Care Act will be delayed until 1 November.
VR headset and a treadmill — could this combo curb falls?
A VR system and treadmill have been combined in an effort to build 'obstacle avoidance skills' among older Australians; skills that may prevent real-life falls.
Why gait quality matters as you age
Poor gait doesn't just make walking harder and more tiring; it can lead to joint strain, instability and a greater risk of falls.
Alzheimer's drug TGA approval "momentous" — but is health care ready?
On 22 May, donanemab became the first drug registered in Australia proven to significantly slow Alzheimer's disease progression. But is health care ready for rollout?
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Could slow water flow be risky when handwashing?
The speed at which water flows from hand basin taps can influence infection spread in aged care and hospital settings, new research has found.
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What are the benefits of an RSV vaccine for older adults?
Research suggests that vaccination against respiratory syncytial virus for adults over 60 has a...
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Aged care antibiotic could put residents at risk
Better antibiotic management is needed in residential aged care to protect against...
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Research funding for infection prevention and control
Targeted research into improving infection prevention and control in aged care homes will attract...
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Alzheimer's drug TGA approval "momentous" — but is health care ready?
On 22 May, donanemab became the first drug registered in Australia proven to significantly slow Alzheimer's disease progression. But is health...
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Clinical factors of frontotemporal dementia misdiagnosis
Almost 70% of suspected frontotemporal dementia cases are misdiagnosed, an Australian study into...
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Never too late: addressing modifiable dementia risk factors
With addressing modifiable dementia risk factors found to result in better cognition in older...
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Could a simple swab identify poor health in aged care?
Oropharyngeal swabs of 190 residents of aged care facilities across metropolitan South Australia...
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Until November — new Aged Care Act delay campaign claims win
After advice from the sector and experts, the Australian Government has announced that the commencement of the new Aged Care Act will be delayed...
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1 July aged care provider 'Priority Actions List' released
The Australian Government has released a practical checklist outlining steps providers must take...
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St Basil's NSW/ACT responds to Federal Court decision
Aged care facility provider St Basil's NSW/ACT responds to a Federal Court of Australia...
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Ageing Australia calls for "staged approach" to reforms
Ageing Australia is calling for a "staged approach" to the new Aged Care Act, with its...
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$36m Resthaven Bellevue Heights redevelopment complete
Having first turned turf in 2021, the $36m redevelopment of Resthaven Bellevue Heights residential aged care facility is complete and has been...
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Retirement Villages Amendment Bill passed in Victoria
The Retirement Villages Amendment Bill has passed in Victoria, marking the biggest change to the...
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Relocated aged care facility ready for residents
After being relocated in a $57.11 million project, Glenview Community Care Nursing Home in...
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Aged care respite service gets two-year reprieve
In the ACT, it has been announced that The Salvation Army will be supported to continue delivery...
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VR headset and a treadmill — could this combo curb falls?
A VR system and treadmill have been combined in an effort to build 'obstacle avoidance skills' among older Australians; skills that may...
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Aged care innovation at the Digital Health Festival
On 13–14 May, DHF25 will bring together 8000 attendees, 400 speakers and 200 exhibitors,...
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Deprescribing aged care AI tool gains $4.4m in funding
A five-year project to use AI to reduce the unnecessary use of medication in residential care has...
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Ensuring compliance: the new Aged Care Act and AI
One of the biggest compliance challenges providers will face under new regulations is adherence...
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9 in 10 over-50s Aussie carers are facing care burnout
A report commissioned by Australian Seniors has revealed a concerning outlook for burnout risk of over-50s Australians juggling caring...
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Strengths and opportunities of Medication Advisory Committees
A national audit of 120 Medication Advisory Committees — overseeing 642 residential aged...
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2025 National Palliative Care Awards open for nominations
Until 19 June, nominations are open for the 2025 National Palliative Care Awards, which...
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A Day in the Life of Regina Huang
Ahead of National Palliative Care Week 2025, which runs 11–17 May, we look at the career...
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Why gait quality matters as you age
Poor gait doesn't just make walking harder and more tiring; it can lead to joint strain, instability and a greater risk of falls.
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500 free onsite menu and mealtime reviews on offer
To help residential aged care providers meet the new strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards, up...
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Managing food allergies in aged care facilities
National Allergy Council CEO Dr Sandra Vale sets out some key principles to apply and common...
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Advance wellbeing and dignity with care leaver-informed care
A narrative review of Australian and international literature has revealed that most older care...
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