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 […]
Nursing professor brings fundamental care into new role at SA Health
Flinders University researcher Professor Tiffany Conroy has been appointed Professor of Nursing and Director of Nursing and Midwifery Research at the Southern Adelaide Local Health Network. […]
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 […]
Parental decisions on vaccines swayed by social media
Social media is so rife with misinformation regarding childhood vaccinations, healthcare professionals need to be prepared to provide adequate information and support parents to ensure informed […]
Grief in aged care: guidance needed to assist families
There is an urgent need for government, researchers and aged care staff to come together to establish a formal approach to the grief and loss experienced […]