Technology
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TGA doubles down on rejection of Alzheimer’s drug
The Australian Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has confirmed its decision not to register Alzheimer's disease drug lecanemab (LEQEMBI). Lecanemab is…
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Can a purple humanoid with Disney charm help combat the country’s loneliness epidemic?
In an Australian first, aged care provider mecwacare, has teamed up with home-grown robotics companyAndromeda, to bring new age companionship…
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New scam laws put onus on banks and telcos, good for older people
The federal government has passed world-first legislation in a bid to protect residents from scams and the cyber criminals behind…
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Give aged care nurses a voice in digital transformation: Research
Researchers are calling for nurses to have more say in the digital transformation of aged and palliative care, as the…
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New telehealth cart keeps residents connected
An innovative telehealth cart is bringing families closer together at The Good Shepherd Home, in Townsville, especially for crucial conversations…
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Dementia drug rejected by TGA
The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has decided not to register Alzheimer's drug lecanemab (LEQEMBI) on the basis that "the demonstrated…
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“Adapt technology to suit people:” Tablet designed for older people wins design award
The team behind Australian designed, purpose-built tablet Lumin, used their expertise in tech and design into the "world's easiest tablet…
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Lighten the load with technology that saves money and retains staff – opinion
Finding and keeping the staff required to deliver the best of care for older Australians is no simple undertaking, as…
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Automating debt management improves performance of aged care providers – opinion
Many Australian aged-care providers are finding themselves in a challenging position. On the one side there is increasing demand for…
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Smart applications are fast becoming a vital tool in the provision of aged care
From dementia education and virtual companionship to physical activities and entertainment, mobile applications are becoming increasingly present in the provision…
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New self-reporting tool revolutionises early dementia detection
A new self-reporting tool, developed by Murdoch University researchers, is likely to change the way early signs of dementia are…
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Older Australians’ concerns about online security being addressed
Research has found that older Australians are "tech-savvy and social but limited by cyber safety and scam concerns." The study,…
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New body to drive digital health strategies and tech innovation
The Digital Health Cooperative Research Centre (DHCRC) has announced a national, cross-university network in a bid to advance Australia's digital…
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FDA approves drug for early symptomatic Alzheimer’s disease
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the Kisunla (donanemab-azbt) injection for the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease after months of…
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Results are looking promising for a combined COVID and flu vaccine. Here’s how it could benefit public health
Jaya Dantas, Curtin University Earlier this week, Moderna announced positive results for its phase 3 clinical trial of a combined vaccine…
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Music is medicine for people living with dementia
Experts have found that music can activate neural pathways in the brains of people with conditions like dementia and Alzheimer’s…
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Free training to deescalate dementia-related emergencies
Dementia Australia has launched a new virtual reality (VR) training workshop to help de-escalate behavioural emergencies in care settings. D-Esc…
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Everyone has to be part of cybersecurity, not just IT
The healthcare sector has embraced a range of digital technologies, from interconnected Internet of Things (IoT) devices to advanced telehealth…
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Are privacy threats to the healthcare industry increasing?
Digital transformation has revolutionised the aged care sector, allowing facilities to enhance their quality of care, efficiency, and patient experience.…
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Aged care needs an upgrade – and technology is the answer
It’s no secret that there’s a labour shortage in aged care. Current projections estimate the industry is still short thousands…
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The role of smart devices in prioritising safety and communication in aged care
Aged care providers face a complex landscape characterised by an ageing population, a growing focus on keeping older people at…
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How following global best practices can help aged care providers bolster operational technology infrastructure security
As the world becomes increasingly digitised, the convergence of operational technology (OT) with traditional enterprise IT networks is inevitable. This…
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New app helps people with Parkinson’s gait
The University of NSW (UNSW) has launched a new app to help people with Parkinson's Disease learn to walk better…
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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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Robotic pets ‘filling a void’ in Carinity aged care communities
Older Australians residing at Carinity aged care communities have welcomed new furry companions in the form of battery-operated pets. As the popularity…
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