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Study questions use of antidepressants in pain management
Despite a lack of evidence surrounding their efficacy, antidepressants are being used to treat pain in older adults, research shows. [ + ]
What impact is frailty having on the healthcare system?
According to new research, frailty is imposing a staggering burden on Australia's healthcare system. [ + ]
Could travel help to defy the aging process?
Travel — of the touristy kind, as opposed to the time travel kind — could help to slow the aging process, according to new research. [ + ]
Why dementia patients could miss out on care improvements
Tools designed to improve quality of care for dementia residents are likely not meeting their needs, research has found. [ + ]
Using software for safety compliance in residential care
Many aged care providers rely on spreadsheets, notebooks and informal knowledge for their day-to-day operations. [ + ]
Aged care antibiotic could put residents at risk
Better antibiotic management is needed in residential aged care to protect against superbugs, new research suggests.
[ + ]The impact of declining senses on older adults
When older people begin to develop sensory disabilities, their mental health can also decline, according to new research. [ + ]
Aged care reimagined through vertical living
A new integrated vertical retirement living and aged care development has been established in the Brisbane suburb of Newstead. [ + ]
What are the early warning signs of dementia?
New research has outlined which aspects of psychological wellbeing noticeably decline before a dementia diagnosis. [ + ]
The need to overhaul digital health data for older patients
Recalling medical histories is time-consuming and challenging for any patient, but it becomes particularly distressing for older adults. [ + ]
ACIPC International Conference speakers announced
Infection prevention and control is vitally important across all healthcare settings in reducing the risks of infection transmission and antimicrobial resistance. [ + ]
Could less folate promote healthier aging?
Decreasing folate intake helps to support healthier metabolisms in aging animals, a new study has found. [ + ]
A Day in the Life of… Paula Reid
Witnessing the positive outcomes that aged care nursing brings to older people continues to inspire Paula every day. [ + ]
Calculating fall risk in older adults
A formula and assessment tool for estimating fall risk among the older population has been developed by researchers at Osaka Metropolitan University. [ + ]
How hospital stays could be reduced for older patients
New research conducted by Flinders University has revealed one key way that hospital stays could be minimised for older patients. [ + ]
