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Innovation in wound care: Halving costs and elevating outcomes
Wound care is undergoing a quiet revolution in Australian aged care. Once one of the most resource-intensive and costly areas of clinical care, pressure injuries are now being tackled through proactive strategies, nurse-led innovation, and the integration of advanced technology.
Victoria to restrict medication administration in aged care homes under new legislation
The Victorian Government has introduced new legislation that will restrict the administration of high-risk medications in aged care homes to qualified health professionals only, as part of a broader push to improve clinical safety standards across the sector. Under the Drugs, Poisons and Controlled Substances Amendment Bill 2025, from 1 July 2026 only registered nurses, […]
Prevalent pain medication linked to 40% increase in dementia risk
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.
Numbers without narrative: The aged care reporting conundrum
Aged care data without analysis is just noise. Data like 4,075 neglect cases fuels fear, not progress, without investigation outcomes or risk benchmarks.
25 deaths this week: COVID-19 outbreaks persist in residential aged care
As 25 residents lost their lives to COVID-19 this week, 241 aged care homes battle outbreaks, with 1,597 active cases.
New ground: Updated falls guidelines for residential aged care
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.
Outbreaks, resilience and responsibility: What the latest COVID-19 data tells us about aged care in 2025
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.
When no system fits: Why younger people with dementia are still ending up in aged care
Younger people with dementia face limited care options. Aged care leaders must navigate policy gaps, NDIS shortfalls and rising demand for tailored support.
Collaboration and connection inspires conversations about the future of occupational therapy
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.
Research shows the STRC Programme is keeping older people at home
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.
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