Industry News
New generation of researchers promotes dignity in care
Involving several European universities, the InnovateDignity project aimed to train a new generation of researchers willing to take on societal challenges related to dignity in care for older people. [ + ]
1 in 4 living with dementia suffer malnutrition: research
New research has revealed that one in four people living with dementia in long-term care facilities suffer from malnutrition. [ + ]
Calvary and University of Canberra partner for training, research
Calvary and the University of Canberra have partnered to provide future nurses, midwives and allied health professionals with practical, hands-on training in the workplace. [ + ]
HRT might be linked to dementia: study
A large Danish study published in The BMJ has shown a possible link between menopausal hormone therapy (commonly known as HRT) and an increased risk of dementia. [ + ]
Cane toads play role in testing non-invasive monitoring device
The system could be developed for use in a variety of clinical situations, such as ICUs, aged-care facilities, and for people with sleep apnoea or infants with breathing concerns. [ + ]
Free after-hours healthcare toolkit for residential care homes
The North Western Melbourne Primary Health Network has developed a free after-hours healthcare toolkit to better support staff and families. [ + ]
Study shows need to customise mask fittings
If the facemask fits, it's much safer, say Flinders University researchers who have developed a low-cost way to customise N95 filtering facepiece respirators. [ + ]
Free cognitive monitoring app wins major award
BrainTrack, a free app that helps users privately monitor and understand changes in cognition over time, has won a major award at the ACT iAwards ceremony. [ + ]
New program to reduce falls risk
A new program, called Strength Training, Rehabilitation and Outreach Needs in Geriatric Medicine — or STRONG, has officially opened at Concord Hospital. [ + ]
Paul Sadler appointed Meals on Wheels Chair
Aged care industry expert Paul Sadler has been announced as the new Chair of the Meals on Wheels Australia Board. [ + ]
Round-the-clock nursing key to high-quality care: OPAN
The accelerated timeline for 24/7 nursing, which will be mandated from 1 July, is the key to high-quality care — particularly for people with dementia. [ + ]
Multicultural education campaign zeros in on elder abuse
The 'Have You Thought About Later Life?' campaign urges older people to safeguard themselves by organising their wills and other important legal documents. [ + ]
Aust aging research on the world stage
NARI has presented its work at the International Association of Gerontology and Geriatrics 2023 Asia/Oceania Conference — a global forum for the aging research sector to share new research and projects. [ + ]
Need for stronger coverage of age-related issues: research
Recent research from QUT has highlighted the need for stronger, more specialised media coverage of aging and aged care issues. [ + ]
Ex-rocker joins former ballerina for feel-good concert
The upcoming 'Pure Imagination' concert in Adelaide will see an ex-rock singer taking the stage along with a former ballet dancer and more than 100 fellow choristers. [ + ]
