Industry News
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. [ + ]
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. [ + ]
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. [ + ]
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. [ + ]
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. [ + ]
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. [ + ]
Home for vulnerable residents found to have multiple benefits
HammondCare's purpose-built aged care home for people with high care needs who are homeless or at risk of homelessness has received its first evaluation. [ + ]
Study explores use of antipsychotic drugs in Canadian care homes
While most aspects of care quality in long-term care homes did not differ, a Canadian study shows that the use of antipsychotic drugs increased in all provinces in the first year of the pandemic. [ + ]
Aged care sector offered free education sessions
Elder Rights Advocacy is urging service providers to take advantage of its free education sessions tailored to enhance the knowledge and skills of professionals in the aged care sector. [ + ]
