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Keeping cool in aged care: adapting to climate change

As global temperatures rise, aged care facilities face an increasingly critical challenge: maintaining a safe and comfortable environment for residents.

Facilities 10 October, 2024

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 range of benefits.

Infection control 09 October, 2024

Falling for scams: an early sign of Alzheimer's?

Research suggests that changes in the brain linked to Alzheimer's disease can also make older adults more susceptible to falling for scams.

Clinical & nursing 02 October, 2024

What can be done to treat lower back pain?

A new study has highlighted an effective and accessible intervention for adults suffering lower back pain.

Food & wellbeing 30 September, 2024

App enhances aged care skills for Greek speakers

An app has been developed by the Fronditha Care Foundation and Dementia Australia to improve aged care delivery in languages other than English.

Technology 25 September, 2024

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What are the benefits of an RSV vaccine for older adults?

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 range of benefits.

Article 09 October, 2024
Clinical & Nursing
Falling for scams: an early sign of Alzheimer's?

Falling for scams: an early sign of Alzheimer's?

Research suggests that changes in the brain linked to Alzheimer's disease can also make older adults more susceptible to falling for scams.

Article 02 October, 2024
Compliance & Governance
Aged care homes fall short on mandatory minutes

Aged care homes fall short on mandatory minutes

Despite increased funding, many aged care facilities are still not reaching the mandatory minutes of direct care, data shows.

News 10 October, 2024
Facilities
Keeping cool in aged care: adapting to climate change

Keeping cool in aged care: adapting to climate change

As global temperatures rise, aged care facilities face an increasingly critical challenge: maintaining a safe and comfortable environment for...

Article 10 October, 2024
Technology
The benefits of treating hearing loss early

The benefits of treating hearing loss early

New data suggests that the treatment of hearing loss can also reduce feelings of isolation among older people.

Article 24 September, 2024
Services
Retirement at risk when people withdraw super early

Retirement at risk when people withdraw super early

Some Australians are reportedly being forced to access superannuation funds to pay for essential health care, reports show.

News 01 October, 2024
Food & Wellbeing
New self-assessment tool to assist healthy aging

New self-assessment tool to assist healthy aging

An online tool has been launched by the National Ageing Research Institute (NARI) to mark International Day of Older Persons.

News 11 October, 2024
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