Australia

Experts call for yearly frailty screening

A new national framework is calling for annual frailty screening for Australians over 65, with researchers urging stronger focus on…

When is the best time to get your flu shot?

Flu is spreading earlier than usual, driven partly by the new H3N2 “super‑K” variant, with experts recommending vaccination now to…

The Iran war may disrupt access to medicines

While PBS stock‑holding rules provide a buffer against short disruptions, experts warn that prolonged conflict in the Middle East could…

VAD laws working, but barriers persist

A new national report shows voluntary assisted dying laws are working safely and compassionately, but major barriers — including federal…

Preparing for living, ageing and dying well

Advance Care Planning Australia (ACPA) are challenging the misconception that advance care planning is something to worry about only when…

2025 highlights: Reshaping the sector

2025 reshaped Australia's aged care. Legislative reforms, pay rises, and new services emerged, yet provider closures, class actions, and persistent…

Year in review: Dementia breakthroughs

Dementia has surpassed heart disease to become the leading cause of death in Australia, a statistic confirmed by the Australian…

If you’re 65 or over and want to work, you’re far better off in New Zealand than Australia

Peter Martin, Crawford School of Public Policy, Australian National University Want to keep working after you’ve reached pension age? The…

Thousands test positive for respiratory virus as spike reported in multiple states

An infectious disease expert has confirmed that a viral respiratory illness is surging in multiple states. NSW residents are coming…

ACCPA proposes new aged care working visa

Aged care providers have proposed the federal government establish a specific visa for skilled migrants to deliver 24/7 registered nurses…

Australia and UK collaborate on improving regulations

Health professionals from Australia and the UK met to address the issue of patient safety and practitioner regulations at a…