Industry News
Innovation in aged care: event
The Innovation & Technology Across Care (ITAC) 2024 Conference will be held on the Gold Coast from 26–27 March. [ + ]
Using virtual reality exercise to ease chronic pain
Not only does virtual reality make exercise feel easier, but it can ease chronic pain, according to new research from the University of South Australia. [ + ]
Amplifying end-of-life patient voices
More than 50% of Australians will spend their final moments in acute hospital settings, creating a unique challenge for healthcare professionals. [ + ]
New veteran wellbeing hub to be delivered by RSL LifeCare
A $5.445 million grant from the federal government will enable RSL LifeCare to develop a Veterans' and Families' Hub in Queanbeyan. [ + ]
App helps Peninsula Villages boost recruitment
A recently launched employee referral and reward program has allowed Peninsular Villages to achieve significantly improved recruitment outcomes. [ + ]
National Aged Care Advisory Council membership announced
The new membership of the National Aged Care Advisory Council has been announced by the federal government. [ + ]
Reducing symptoms of depression in older Australians
A new model of care that aims to reduce symptoms of depression in older people will be trialled in Victoria. [ + ]
The quest for new osteoporosis treatments
A study to be undertaken by Mater researchers may yield some new ways to treat osteoporosis. [ + ]
New Aged Care Act under review
The release of the exposure draft of the new Aged Care Act has been welcomed by Dementia Australia. [ + ]
AI unlocks new genetic variants for Alzheimer's
Two new genetic variants associated with Alzheimer's disease have been uncovered through the use of artificial intelligence. [ + ]
Interim First Nations Aged Care Commissioner appointed
Ms Andrea Kelly, a well-respected First Nations leader, has been appointed as the Interim First Nations Aged Care Commissioner. [ + ]
Smart software rolled out to Hardi Aged Care facilities
A binding reseller agreement will see smart software rolled out across Hardi Aged Care facilities in Sydney. [ + ]
Recognition for cognition tracking app
International recognition has been bestowed upon an app that helps the user to privately monitor and understand changes in cognition. [ + ]
What is the secret to healthy aging?
An Australian-first study that aims to address the sedentary lifestyle of older adults has examined what people can do to ensure healthier aging. [ + ]
Report shows systemic need for better medicine use in aged care
New research by a hospital pharmacist has identified significant variations between facilities in the frequency of usage for certain types of medicine. [ + ]
