Clinical Practice
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Voluntary assisted dying is legal in Australia ā but many of us donātĀ know
Voluntary assisted dying is lawful in all Australian states. This allows terminally ill adults who are suffering and have decision-making…
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“Looming threat” – Superbug deaths increase in over 70s by 80 per cent
A new study, published in The Lancet, has forecast that drug-resistant infections will be the direct cause of tens of…
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“Shiny new treatment:” High cost means new Alzheimer’s drugs not available to all
While the approval of Alzheimer's disease modifying treatments like donanemab and lecanemab (Leqembi) continues to be hotly debated internationally, a…
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Physios and dietitians essential to easing ‘arthritis crisis’
Arthritis Australia has called for "affordable, non-surgical care from physiotherapists, dietitians, and other allied health professionals" in a bid to…
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Australia is running low on oral morphine. What does that mean for pain relief in palliativeĀ care?
Nial Wheate, Macquarie University and Tina Hinton, University of Sydney Australia currently finds itself in the unusual position of being…
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Funding to update guidelines for dementia care
In a bid to remodel best-practice principles for dementia care, the Albanese government will inject $1.3 million into the development…
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10 signs of adverse events and psychotropic medicines
In a bid to empower carers and minimise drug-related harm in older people, a recent study by Monash University has…
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End-of-life patients suffering unnecessarily due to pain med shortage
In the past year, at least six pain-relief products have become unavailable in Australia. The Australian & New Zealand Society…
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Collaborative palliative care pilot project empowers aged care staff
Two Victorian aged care providers are changing the way they deliver end of life care. Peninsula Home Hospice and Vasey…
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NSW records large increase in flu cases, concerning jump in ER admissions
NSW is headed for a āmore severe flu season than usualā with the state recording a 25 per cent week-on-week…
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People with dementia arenāt currently eligible for voluntary assisted dying. Should theyĀ be?
Dementia is the second leading cause of death for Australians aged over 65. More than 421,000 Australians currently live with dementia and this figure…
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Killarney Memorial Aged Care given $1.4m for a holistic healthcare approach
Killarney Memorial Aged Care has been given $1.4m to trial a holistic team-based healthcare approach for the rural and remote…
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71 per cent of aged carers say they’re struggling to meet 24/7 care
One in five aged care workers says the 200 minute per resident mandate is 'impossible' to achieve, and 71 per…
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How to make healthier aged care environments this summer
With El NiƱo set to bring hotter weather to much of Australia this summer, weāre likely to spend more time…
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Aged care reduces hospitalisations for Australians with dementia
Australians living with dementia who move into residential aged care after a hospital stay are less likely to be readmitted…
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“Worrying” antimicrobial resistance in Adelaide aged care home
A small wastewater sample analysis of three Adelaide aged care homes revealed two have residents with concerning levels of bacterial…
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New study reveals concerning prescriptions for dementia patients
A new study by Monash University found that vulnerable patient groups, such as those with dementia and patients over 85,…
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Student nurses lead the way in aged care placements
The Australian Primary Heath Care Nurses Association (APNA) has stationed its first 76 student nurses in aged care homes to…
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Palliative Care Week: Let’s talk about death and dying
An aged care nurse has called for Australians to become more open in conversations about death and dying during National…
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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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