New Rural Health Commissioner appointed
06 July, 2020Associate Professor Ruth Stewart has been appointed as the new National Rural Health Commissioner, succeeding Professor Paul Worley.
The impact of COVID-19 on Indigenous Australians
01 July, 2020A report led by the University of Western Australia reveals that the pandemic has put many Indigenous Australians at risk of severe psychological distress.
Study identifies dementia medication management barriers
29 June, 2020A study conducted by the Centre for Medicine Use and Safety has identified barriers to effective medication management in people with dementia.
Resources for GPs supporting victims of domestic violence
26 June, 2020The RACGP is providing resources and support tools to help GPs care for victims of domestic abuse and violence.
Rural Health Commissioner office to be extended
15 June, 2020The government has announced that the office of the National Rural Health Commissioner will be extended past its current expiry date of 30 June 2020.
Nominations open for new HESTA awards
09 June, 2020The HESTA Excellence Awards will celebrate the dedicated professionals working in disability, allied health, aged care and community services.
Renowned rehab program for PD arrives in Sydney
03 June, 2020The PD Warrior program has arrived in Sydney's north-west, with the potential to improve the symptoms of patients living with Parkinson's disease.
Resources support end-of-life family carers
29 May, 2020CarerHelp has launched an educational campaign to help Australians who provide end-of-life care for a terminally ill parent, partner or friend.
White paper examines role of nutrients and herbs in immune function
27 May, 2020Blackmores Institute has released a white paper investigating the evidence-based use of nutritional supplements and herbal medicines to support immune function.
Call for palliative care overhaul
26 May, 2020 by Jane AllmanPalliative Care Australia has released a report calling for an overhaul of the palliative care system in Australia and an additional annual investment of $365 million.
Woodlea pen pal program helps seniors combat loneliness
25 May, 2020The senior pen pal program encourages children and residents of the community to engage with residents of local aged-care and retirement facilities.
Smart patch tracks body's response to diet
08 May, 2020A wearable is being developed by Melbourne-based Nutromics to measure key dietary biomarkers and help wearers track how their bodies respond to different foods.
Vicarious trauma: a warning to healthcare workers
06 May, 2020 by Amy SarcevicHealthcare workers battling on the COVID-19 frontline are being advised to keep tabs on their mental health.
COVID-19 exposes inequality in New York City
05 May, 2020In New York City, low-income and minority communities shoulder a disproportionate burden of COVID-19, with higher rates of hospitalisation and death.
Tool measures quality of life in patients with dementia
01 May, 2020The tool developed by University of Queensland researchers assesses five key domains: physical health, mood, memory, living situation and ability to do fun activities.
