New support on the importance of bereavement in hospitals
A new animated video launched by End-of-Life Essentials (EOLE) and led by Flinders University is helping health professionals develop the confidence and skills needed to support […]
Ageing
New guidelines supporting older Australians to maintain independence
With the federal government’s new Support at Home program launching on November 1, Flinders University researchers have been instrumental in developing new guidelines underpinning independence and […]
Aged care staffing levels on the rise; but is it helping?
Efforts to increase direct care staffing levels in aged care homes are working but a new study raises a critical question: is this enough to improve […]
Flipping the script on dementia language
Changing the way healthcare staff speak about people living with dementia can lead to significant improvements in care practices, culture, and human connection, new research has […]
Feelings of frailty can set in at 40
Loneliness, feeling older than your age and a negative attitude to ageing are all associated with early stages of frailty, even in people as young as […]
Throat microbiome holds clues to older Australians’ health
New research by Flinders University has uncovered a potential marker that could provide valuable insights into the overall health of older adults living in long-term aged […]
ARIIA awarded $13 million to further innovation in aged care
Aged Care Research & Industry Innovation Australia (ARIIA) has welcomed the announcement of a $13 million investment from the Commonwealth Government to support its drive to […]
Flinders takes the lead with the Registry of Senior Australians
One of Australia’s most pressing challenges – improving the health and wellbeing of older Australians – will be significantly boosted with Flinders University becoming the lead […]
Grey nomads with diabetes need to be more prepared before hitting the road
Older Australians with diabetes who embark on caravaning holidays need to ensure they are well prepared to manage their condition while away so as not to […]