Aged Care News
Aged care providers want one industry body
Pro Bono News
July 28, 2010
Aged care providers around Australia are calling for one industry body to unite and make the aged care industry more accountable. Leading aged care providers have agreed that Not for Profit and for-profits should combine to create one voice.
See article here: Aged care providers need one voice - survey
Nursing home staff and family: Working together
Aged Care Insite
July 28, 2010
Families often have mixed relationships dealing with nursing home staff. A new study has examined how care staff and families can work together to ensure a collaborative approach to quality care.
See article here: Family ties
Technology could keep elderly at home for longer
The Australian
July 25, 2010
Technology could be the key to keeping older people healthy and independant at home for longer. A report has found that smart technology could assist with managing health conditions, preventing falls and prolonging mobility.
See article here: Technology the ticket to elderly home care
Aged care providers lack understanding of LGBTI issues
www.grai.org
July 21, 2010
A report has revealed that many of Australia's aged care providers have little knowledge of the needs and issues facing older GLBTI people. Research carried out by Curtin University and Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual,Trans and Intersex Retirement Association Incorporated (GRAI) has lead to a set of best practice guidelines for the aged care and retirement industry.
See article here: www.grai.org
Physical activity: Setting goals prompts exercise routine
Health Day News
July 20, 2010
A birthday card on the market for older adults, meant to be humorous, shows a vulture on a tree branch, with the admonition to "Keep moving."
Though some might find the humor unsettling, the blunt message is right on target: It's never too late to start exercise, and any amount is better than none, exercise experts say.
See article here: 'Get Moving' can be vital advice for seniors
Is diabetic drug Avandia safe?
HealthDay News
July 18, 2010
One day after a U.S. advisory panel recommended that the controversial diabetes drug Avandia stay on the market -- albeit with added restrictions -- several medical organizations are urging patients not to change their medications before consulting a health-care professional.
See article: Diabetics urged to confer with their doctor about Avandia use
Antibiotic use at end stage of dementia questioned
Medical News Today
July 13, 2010
A new study by scientists at the Institute for Aging Research of Hebrew SeniorLife says the use of antibiotics to treat pneumonia in patients with terminal dementia presents a "doubled-edged" sword for health-care providers and family members, finding that antibiotics may prolong survival for these patients, but do not improve their comfort.
Female caregivers more prone to depression
Health Day News
July 12, 2010
A new Canadian review finds that adult daughters suffer more than adult sons from poor relationships with ailing and aging parents who need their care.
Exercise and Vitamin D: May reduce Alzheimer's
Health Day News
July 11, 2010
Physical activity and adequate levels of vitamin D appear to reduce the risk of cognitive decline and dementia, according to two large, long-term studies scheduled to be presented Sunday at the International Conference on Alzheimer's Disease in Hawaii.
See article here: Exercise, Vitamin D seem to cut Alzheimer's risk: Researchers
Hammondcare trainee doctor program
Liverpool Leader
July 11, 2010
Aged care provider Hammondcare have received a $3.5 million grant for its new trainee doctor program. The program hopes to introduce aged care to a variety of medical students, nurses and allied health professsionals.
See article here: Trainee doc program earns praise
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