The Australian Digital Health Agency (the Agency) and the Department of Health and Aged Care have announced the introduction of new minimum software requirements for clinical information and electronic medication management systems used in Australian aged care facilities. The Aged ...

The Digital Health Cooperative Research Centre (DHCRC) has announced a national, cross-university network in a bid to advance Australia's digital health systems. The Australian Council of Senior Academic Leaders in Digital Health (the Council) will bring together academic leaders from ...

Earlier this week the Australian Research Council (ARC) awarded Monash University $4.8 million in funding to develop a new training centre for optimal ageing.  The centre will focus on developing emerging technologies including artificial intelligence, digital health apps, and sensors ...

Although the exact number of people living with dementia in Australia is currently not known, it is estimated there could be as many as 472,000 Australians living with the condition. Without a medical breakthrough, this number is expected to increase ...

Australians can now opt out of My Health Record. Starting today and for the next three months, the Australian Digital Health Agency is giving all consumers the opportunity to decide whether they want an online summary of their key health ...

There's a new way for health professionals and consumers to let policymakers know their opinions on the My Health Record system, telehealth, innovation and other aspects of digital health. The Australian Digital Health Agency has launched a national consultation with the general ...