Industry News
New national care standard for Australians with cataract
The Cataract Clinical Care Standard will help to ensure decisions about cataract surgery are more consistent nationally and based on clinical need. [ + ]
Flinders projects seek to improve dementia care using real-world methods
Two new Flinders University research projects will use real-world training and coaching methods to improve the care provided to people living with dementia. [ + ]
MedWalk strategy looks to stave off dementia
University of South Australia researchers have announced they are confident that the Mediterranean diet — combined with a daily bout of exercise — can stave off dementia. [ + ]
SPC launches new company to support aged care
SPC Care is a dedicated nutritional healthcare company, established to support the nutritional needs of older Australians. [ + ]
Campaign challenges palliative care perceptions
An innovative campaign will inform Australians about the broader meaning of palliative care and help spark conversations about death and dying. [ + ]
How do older Australians feel about digital health in the home?
The Global Centre for Modern Ageing has released a qualitative research report which reveals the challenges and opportunities facing the Australian healthcare industry. [ + ]
Digital platform tackles isolation in aged care
Developed as a result of extensive research at Monash University, the platform uses messages, videos, music and personal photographs to stimulate long-term memories. [ + ]
Aged-care residents that are served more, eat more
Researchers at the University of South Australia have discovered a simple way for aged-care residents to improve their nutrition intake: increase their meal sizes. [ + ]
