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.
Wed 25/01/2012 04:29:06 / Read More »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.
Wed 25/01/2012 02:07:27 / Read More »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.
Thu 19/01/2012 12:59:46 / Read More »The cost of chronic disease and disability
People with long term illnesses and disabilities face serious financial hardship, according to health economists.
Wed 18/01/2012 10:04:06 / Read More »Can herbs preserve cognition?
A new double-blind, Swinburne University randomised controlled trial is set to investigate whether or not two exotic foreign herbs can help to improve declining brain function.
Tue 17/01/2012 04:26:32 / Read More »A dangerous mix of drugs
Older people are taking more medications than previously thought, mixing complimentary and conventional medications on a regular basis without necessarily knowing the associated risks.
Tue 17/01/2012 02:35:21 / Read More »
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