Clinical Practice
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Nation’s first exercise guidelines to lower dementia risk
Australia's first guidelines on physical exercise to reduce cognitive decline and improve mental health have been launched. Regular physical exercise…
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On-site pharmacists halved medicine harm in aged care: report
On-site pharmacists conducting regular reviews in aged care could lower medication-related harm by 50 per cent, a new study has…
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Dementia main cause of disease burden for older Australians
Dementia has overtaken coronary heart disease as the leading cause of disease burden, injury and premature death among Australians aged…
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ACCPA chief flags progress on nutrition
Latest food and nutritional spending data in residential aged care indicates a significant improvement compared to 2021, aged care peak…
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Potential ‘glitch’ in AN-ACC around dementia inclusive language
A new behaviour assessment within the AN-ACC tool needs revision, researchers have said, after finding the language does not align…
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Secret ingredient in black tea may prevent stroke
A cup of black tea with a piece of dark chocolate each day may help stave off heart disease in…
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Dementia tool may lead to better health outcomes
A world-first tool spearheaded by a neuropsychologist may speed up the diagnosing process and improve overall health outcomes for people…
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Palliative Care Needs Rounds assist residents facing the end of their life: opinion
Deaths in residential aged care settings occur frequently enough to be core business. It is sometimes difficult to assess when…
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Self-reporting quality of life: preventing heart-related deaths
A world-first study has linked older people's self-reported quality of life as a predictor of future cardiovascular disease and other…
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Study reveals lack of rural mental health specialists for older people
A new study has highlighted the lack of rural health services available for older people living with mental health conditions.…
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