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Jul- 2023 -13 JulySpecialty
Improving gastro treatment in residential care
Scientists at UNSW Sydney have made a breakthrough discovery that could better protect older people from gastroenteritis, an illness causing…
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12 JulyAdvertorial
Technology in Aged and Disability Care: Opportunities, Challenges, and Practical Steps
From supporting the front-line delivery of care to easing the administrative burden on support staff behind the scenes, there are…
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10 JulyOpinion
Aged care taskforce: great expectations – opinion
Two years after the completion of the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety, there are great expectations the…
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6 JulySpecialty
Nearly 3 in 4 Australians support pets in aged care
The majority of Australians support older people's rights to own pets while living in residential care homes, according to the…
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3 JulyIndustry & Reform
Aged care workers receive a pay increase
More than 250,000 aged care workers in Australia are set to receive a 15 per cent wage increase after the…
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Jun- 2023 -29 JuneSpecialty
Dark humour can promote healthy ageing, says philosophy expert
Dark humour can be a guiding light for older people when navigating the complexities and trials of ageing, according to…
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29 JuneCOVID-19
Aged care homes warned over uptick in flu cases
Australia is facing a sharp rise in influenza cases across several states, including New South Wales and Queensland, putting health…
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27 JuneSpecialty
‘New era’ for older LGBTIQA+ people accessing healthcare in Australia
Australia will hold a first-ever public consultation exclusively for the LGBTIQA+ community to identify the greatest disparities affecting access to…
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26 JuneSpecialty
New campaign sheds light on ‘unseen struggles’ faced by dementia caregivers
Caregivers of people with dementia could be lacking adequate support, according to a prominent Australian dementia organisation chief. It's estimated…
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26 JuneCOVID-19
Study links long-term impact of Covid-19 on the ageing brain
A recent study has revealed a potential link between Covid-19 and neurological symptoms, such as brain fog, and has raised…
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26 JuneSpecialty
Addressing health inequities for older women: Q&A
A gerontology professor has pressed for more research to improve health outcomes for female Australians later in life. Older women…
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22 JuneSpecialty
Aged care seeks sustainable funding solutions in White Paper submission
The submission process for the comprehensive White Paper is in full swing as Australia seeks to address the financial challenges…
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22 JuneNews
NSW Premier backs police amid backlash over fatal tasering incident
NSW Premier Chris Minns has backed the state police following the release of crucial details about the fatal tasering incident…
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22 JuneNews
‘Gardening transcends age and background’: ECH’s bush tucker garden
A leading retirement living and home care provider is fostering cultural knowledge and emphasising the health benefits of native plants…
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20 JuneNews
New care tool for rural older Australians receives federal support
A rural health service has received considerable funding from the federal government to launch a care planning tool for older…
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19 JuneSpecialty
Rising temperatures: older Australians and healthcare services at risk
Older people could face unique health challenges as temperatures rise and extreme weather events become more prevalent due to climate…
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19 JuneSpecialty
Reshaping nursing students’ view on aged care
A new project has been launched to provide training and support for nurse educators and facilitate clinical placements for second-and…
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16 JuneNews
First workers arrive from Papua New Guinea under revised government scheme
A regional Queensland aged care provider has welcomed the first group of personal care workers from overseas under a renewed…
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15 JuneSpecialty
Nutrition secrets for older people unveiled: Q&A
A musculoskeletal health expert has identified calcium, protein and vitamin D as key nutritional challenges for older people. Last month,…
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15 JuneTechnology
Older Australians face increasing risk of financial abuse
A leading Australian bank has urged older people to remain vigilant against financial abuse and scams on World Elder Abuse…
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14 JuneNews
Blair Comley becomes new Department of Health and Aged Care Secretary
Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced Blair Comley as the Secretary of the Department of Health and Aged Care.…
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13 JuneIndustry & Reform
Aged Care Minister quizzed on 24/7 nursing care and funding levy
Australians won't be given a new time frame for the introduction of 24/7 nurses onsite in aged care homes after…
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9 JuneOpinion
There’s still joy and connection in aged care amid the horrific stories
Amid horrific aged care stories, there is joy, care and connection Residential aged care has suffered two fresh blows in…
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8 JuneNews
New task force weighs up consumer contributions
An expert group has been assembled to rethink the aged care funding model and put 'people's rights at the centre…
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8 JuneCOVID-19
The next frontier: Impact of Covid beyond mortality rates
A call for further research has been made to investigate the mental and physical impact Covid-19 had on older people…
