Hospitalisation rate in people with intellectual disability 'unacceptably high'
15 June, 2021A new study reveals that people with intellectual disability are being hospitalised for conditions that could be prevented or adequately managed in primary care.
Mood-tracking app empowers expectant and new mums to manage mental wellbeing
10 June, 2021An evidence-based app — YourTime — has been developed to help women track their mental wellbeing during pregnancy and early motherhood.
IHHC announces national conference details
09 June, 2021 | Supplied by: Institute of Hospitality in HealthCare Ltd (IHHC)The IHHC conference has a holistic focus, and brings together delegates from a variety of health and aged-care organisations.
Johnson & Johnson takes action on reconciliation
09 June, 2021On the heels of National Reconciliation Week, the Johnson & Johnson Family of Companies has launched its Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan 2021–2023.
'Pre-hab' reduces impact of incontinence after prostate surgery
08 June, 2021Physiotherapists in Australia are using an ultrasound technique developed at the University of Queensland to help men train their pelvic floor.
Virtual Relief Run to raise funds for COVID-stricken India
28 May, 2021Relief Run will be held from 11–13 June, allowing participants all over the world to run or walk 5 km, 10 km or a half marathon at a location and time that suits them.
Where do Australians want to live as they age?
26 May, 2021According to a survey by The CareSide, a significant majority would prefer to live at home and receive home care as they age.
Preparing the older brain for workforce re-entry
25 May, 2021 by Dr Michael Merzenich*At any age, every brain is capable of very substantial change, in an improving and strengthening direction.
Expert opinion: prioritise standard assessment for diagnosing dementia
25 May, 2021Dementia and cognitive assessment experts say that a standard set of neuropsychological tests is needed for patients presenting to memory clinics.
Reinventing the wheelchair with advanced manufacturing
21 May, 2021A groundbreaking wheelchair concept uses advanced materials such as 3D-printed titanium and carbon fibre to deliver comfort, weight savings and overall performance.
To transform aged care, workers need better wages and conditions
17 May, 2021Without improvements for the aged-care workforce, Australia could miss the opportunity to build the workforce needed to meet future demand.
2021 Federal Budget: expectations in the Royal Commission aftermath
10 May, 2021 by Greg O’Loan*It is expected that the federal government will announce investment of $10 million over four years to the aged-care sector. Will this be enough?
When survival comes down to the hospital food
10 May, 2021When hospitalised with chronic heart failure, survival could come down to the hospital food.
Peerless Foods Vita-lite Canola and Tablelands Original PCP spreads
01 May, 2021 | Supplied by: Peerless HoldingsVita-lite Canola and Tablelands Original Spread Portion Control Packs from Peerless Foods are designed to meet the ongoing diverse diets of patients in hospitals and aged care.
Our obligations from the Royal Commission report
28 April, 2021 by Sean Rooney, CEO of Leading Age Services AustraliaHow we support and care for older people is defined by a new vision of ageing and aged care.
