Clinical

It’s been hailed as a safer option for pain relief – until now. A new study has linked this commonly prescribed medication to a shockingly higher risk of dementia.

Aged care data without analysis is just noise. Data like 4,075 neglect cases fuels fear, not progress, without investigation outcomes or risk benchmarks.

As 25 residents lost their lives to COVID-19 this week, 241 aged care homes battle outbreaks, with 1,597 active cases.

Falls are a major concern in aged care, costing Australia $2.8B yearly. The updated 2025 Falls Guidelines focus on practical interventions to keep residents safe and independent.

Hundreds of aged care homes are still managing active COVID-19 outbreaks. The latest data reveals booster gaps, workforce strain and what leaders need to prioritise next.

Younger people with dementia face limited care options. Aged care leaders must navigate policy gaps, NDIS shortfalls and rising demand for tailored support.

Occupational Therapy Australia’s National Conference returns in less than two weeks, offering industry professionals across the entire care continuum the perfect opportunity to learn from thought leaders, explore cutting-edge practice, and connect with peers from across the country.

With the existing Short-Term Restorative Care Programme to transform and be extended under the new Support at Home program, new research has revealed that it helped 99% of participants to keep living at home.

The aged care industry is under increasing scrutiny to improve quality of care, yet one of the most overlooked areas remains the health literacy of its workforce.

A detailed national audit has uncovered wide variability in the structure and function of Medication Advisory Committees across Australia’s residential aged care sector, highlighting urgent opportunities to strengthen medication governance.