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There's no need to suffer in silence

More than 3 million people in Australia and around the world are suffering in silence because medical professionals are denying them access to opioids, Palliative Care Australia says.

Fri 03/02/2012 04:11:21 / Read More »

Nursing homes unsustainable

Australian aged care providers have been saying for some time that building and running a modern nursing home just doesn't add up financially. Now they have more figures to back their claims.

Thu 02/02/2012 05:39:40 / Read More »

Anti-discrimination laws not the ageism solution

Research commissioned by the Financial Services Council confirms the need to address discrimination against older workers but CEO says solution lies in flexible work practices, not anti-discrimination laws.

Thu 02/02/2012 04:43:35 / Read More »

End in sight for workplace age discrimination

With demand for workers the next big economic challenge, the campaign has begun to stamp out ageism in the workforce and ensure older workers will play an active role in the nation's future

Thu 02/02/2012 04:33:33 / Read More »

Could aged care workers be next?

Thu 02/02/2012 04:26:03 / Read More »

Catholic Health leads fight for non-profits

Catholic Health Australia is leading a desperate rear-guard action against a plan to re-regulate the not-for-profit and charitable sector, but will it be enough to convince Treasury to alter course?

Tue 31/01/2012 06:11:45 / Read More »

NACA wants you!

NACA needs your support to help push its new 2012 aged care reform campaign forward, into the halls of Parliament House, and over the line come budget time.

Tue 31/01/2012 03:14:59 / Read More »

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CONFERENCES & EVENTS

Redleaf Training leisure & lifestyle seminars

7, 8 March - Melbourne. 28, 29 March - Sydney. 9, 10 May - Adelaide. 17, 18 July - Brisbane.

Fri 13/01/2012 09:52:25 / Read More »

21st Annual Tri-State Conference & Trade Exhibition

26 - 28 February 2012 Albury Entertainment Centre NSW

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The 4th National ACSA Community Care Conference

The 4th National ACSA Community Care Conference and Trade Exhibition Firm Foundations: Flexible Futures will be held on 21st & 22nd May 2012 at the world class Adelaide Convention Centre.

Thu 15/12/2011 02:27:39 / Read More »

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EDUCATION & TRAINING

The Eden Alternative TM - a TOP 10 Innovation in Aged Care

The Eden Alternative TM philosophy of resident directed care supports and enables residents to live and enjoy life to the fullest, regardless of their frailties.

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HOT PRODUCTS

Safety assured! With electronic Maintenance Register

Protecting your residents and staff should be one of the highest priorities in an aged care facility. Recent events in the media have highlighted this issue.

Wed 30/11/2011 05:01:02 / Read More »

Safety first, with an Intelligent Monitoring System

Invacare’s new range of Patient Lifters are designed to make life easier for carer and patient.

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Easystep - Easy Access

At the push of a button, the EasyStep cleverly transforms from a set of stairs into a platform lift, providing easy and safe access to the upper or to the lower level.

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RESEARCH & CLINICAL NEWS

Who works where in Australian aged care?

All community and residential aged care providers, and some of their staff, are being asked to help paint a complete picture of the sector's dynamic and growing workforce.

Thu 02/02/2012 01:45:33 / Read More »

Stem cell hope for leading cause of blindness.

A preliminary report for a study using human embryonic stem cell transplantation into the eye has sparked hope for reversing the devastating effects of macular degeneration. It's also the first time 'human' embryonic stem cells have ever been used.

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The problem with medication management

A recent audit into the medication provision practices of almost 50 Victorian aged care facilities has brought to light five key concerns.

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Fast steps to beating the Grim Reaper

Aussie researchers have found that older men who walk faster are more likely to live longer than those keeping a slower pace.

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The cost of chronic disease and disability

People with long term illnesses and disabilities face serious financial hardship, according to health economists.

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