Culturally tailored dementia education — resources released
Tracking with care: the ethics of using location-tracking technology with people living with dementia
Exercising in mid and later life can reduce dementia risk — new study
University-based intergenerational retirement community is an ACT first
Adelaide's northern suburbs gain first specialist dementia care unit
Culturally tailored dementia education — resources released
Resources designed to increase understanding of modifiable risk factors for dementia in multicultural communities have been released.
Tracking with care: the ethics of using location-tracking technology with people living with dementia
Continuous tracking using real-time location systems is becoming increasingly common in hospitals and long-term care homes, raising questions about ethics and data use.
Exercising in mid and later life can reduce dementia risk — new study
Does exercising at any age help reduce a person's risk of dementia? Or is it only when they're young? And what if they have a higher genetic risk?
University-based intergenerational retirement community is an ACT first
A University of Canberra-based intergenerational retirement community has been announced — marking the first in the ACT and second in Australia.
Adelaide's northern suburbs gain first specialist dementia care unit
A new specialist dementia care unit has opened — marking the third in Adelaide and first in the northern suburbs.
Leukoplast Skin Sensitive Tapes and Dressings
Leukoplast offers gentle and secure wound care solutions for highly sensitive or compromised skin.
PrimeOn Hand Hygiene Range
The PrimeOn Hand Hygiene Range is a collection designed to nourish and protect skin while keeping...
Could a 'zap' from these appliances curb respiratory infections?
As part of a recent trial, germicidal ultraviolet appliances have been used to 'zap' airborne viruses in four South Australian residential...
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Victorian public sector residents to receive free RSV vaccine
In what it calls an Australian first, Victoria has announced that residents in public sector...
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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...
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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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Latest ABS data confirms dementia as the leading cause of death
The latest Australian Bureau of Statistics report, 'Causes of Death, Australia', confirms that dementia is the nation's leading cause...
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What might the eyes tell us about aging and cardiovascular risk?
Researchers have explored how the eyes might be able to predict a person's risk of developing...
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The missing link in aged care: how untreated hearing loss impacts mental health and mobility
A principal audiologist explains the link between untreated hearing loss and mental health and...
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Recommendations aim to ensure dementia care meets needs
Recommendations designed to ensure care provided to people living with dementia meets their needs...
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$100m in funding for Support at Home providers in thin markets
Until 14 January 2026, providers delivering services in a regional, rural or remote area, or for older people with diverse backgrounds, can apply...
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Inspector-General's final report finds "maze-like conditions" navigating My Aged Care
The Inspector-General of Aged Care, Natalie Siegel-Brown's final report of the review of My...
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Why aging shouldn't be classified as a disease
For years, scientists have fought to have institutions formally classify aging as a disease...
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Greenslopes hospital nurse charged with two counts of rape
During the course of duties as a nurse at a Greenslopes hospital, it is alleged that a...
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Design Matters: care, community and heritage
Designs have been revealed for the transformative renewal of Waverley's War Memorial Hospital site — to offer integrated seniors living...
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St Bart's receives $30m investment for new 80-bed aged care home
The Australian Government is investing $30 million to help St Bart's build an 80-bed East...
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Victoria's largest new public sector residential aged care facility completed
The $139.6 million Boollam Boollam Aged Care Centre in Heatherton — Victoria's largest...
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Stage one of $100m Resthaven Marion redevelopment underway
Stage one of a $100 million Resthaven Marion site redevelopment is now underway, which will see...
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Tracking with care: the ethics of using location-tracking technology with people living with dementia
Continuous tracking using real-time location systems is becoming increasingly common in hospitals and long-term care homes, raising questions about...
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Webinar: Turning data protection into a business advantage
Backup is no longer a safety net, but a strategic tool for risk reduction — and the...
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Rising to the reforms: the value of source-to-contract solutions
A procurement specialist at a software provider makes the case for the value of...
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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...
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Culturally tailored dementia education — resources released
Resources designed to increase understanding of modifiable risk factors for dementia in multicultural communities have been released.
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St Vincent's announces virtual and home care commitment
By 2030, St Vincent's has committed to delivering half of its care in people's homes and...
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VAD amendments pass in Victoria
Intended to make the laws clearer and more compassionate, amendments to the Voluntary...
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Doctors call for "urgent investment" in GP aged care services
The Australian Medical Association has called for targeted Medicare rebate increases to improve...
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Exercising in mid and later life can reduce dementia risk — new study
Does exercising at any age help reduce a person's risk of dementia? Or is it only when they're young? And what if they have a higher...
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A Day in the Life of Brooke Edwards
Brooke Edwards is an aged care Wellness & Active Ageing Manager and OT with over 13...
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Gentle, seated movement — for health and quality of life in aged care
October is Musculoskeletal Health Awareness Month — Ambassador Gerald Quigley sets out the...
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Noodles, pita bread, rice? How more diverse hospital menus can improve care — and reduce costs
Australian researchers interviewed 30 older patients from Anglo and other cultural backgrounds...
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