Aged care nursing in the digital future
Digital technology can better assist nurses to manage end of life care in residential aged care facilities but ensuring its impact requires better tools, training, and […]
Unmasking lived experience in healthcare studies
Researchers are calling for a formal process that recognises and acknowledges the invaluable contributions of those with lived experience in healthcare research. New research by Flinders […]
Lego helps bridge gap between midwifery and medical students
Normally a staple of the childhood toybox, new research has found LEGO® bricks can be an effective ice breaker between midwifery and medical students. Led by […]
The dangerous pursuit of muscularity
Men and adolescent boys are increasingly at risk of resorting to the dangerous use of anabolic steroids in a bid to achieve the desired muscular build […]
Improving sleep with weighted blankets
Weighted blankets can help to improve sleep in adults with insomnia and other mental health conditions including anxiety and depression, but results are mixed for children, […]
Up the Hill celebrates 25 years of transforming lives at Flinders University
A trailblazing initiative that opens the doors of tertiary education to people with intellectual disabilities has celebrated its 25th anniversary, this month. One of only two […]
Home automation a sound investment, but more funding needed
Providing home automation for people with disabilities brings about substantial social benefits and represents a sound investment for funding agencies such as the NDIS, a new […]
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 […]
Asking the right questions to grow our regional allied health workforce
As regional Australia continues to struggle with workforce shortages in allied health professions, Flinders University researchers are looking to uncover what support and programs are needed […]