Sleep apnea flagged as potential trigger for Alzheimer’s
A clinical study of patients with sleep apnea has been initiated by researchers at the University of Queensland’s Q…
Dementia
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New medication guidelines put individuals before illness
The issue of unnecessary prescription of medications in older Australians living with dementia is expected to be addr… -
Survey shows serious shortage for aged care respite
Accessing respite as a carer of an older Australian has been revealed an almost impossible task as research shows a s… -
Demolition done as development of Australia’s first dementia village gets underway
Progress is being made on the Australian-first dementia village in Tasmania, with the announcement of the tender-winn… -
Research foundation funds dementia’s ‘best and brightest’
A number of projects are singing the praises of the Dementia Australia Research Foundation after they recently receiv… -
“Realistic” cost of dementia care in Australia released
New research by an Australian university has calculated the cost of providing health and residential care to a person… -
Training your brain can leave you less forgetful
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Aged care provider opens up ‘The Front Door’ project
A new dementia friendly initiative has been implemented by one aged care provider in Western Australia with the aim o… -
Big pharma calls it quits on Alzheimer's and Parkinson’s research
Criticisms are flowing from national and international peak bodies as they come to terms with the recent announcement… -
Additional NDIS support has arrived for people living with younger onset dementia
The way people living with younger onset dementia access, understand and navigate the National Disability Insurance S… -
‘Tis the season to tackle loneliness and check in with older Australians
Families and friendship groups across the nation are being urged to use the upcoming Festive Season as a time to chec… -
Funding opportunity for dementia friendly communities
Increasing inclusivity and reducing stigma are two of the driving forces behind new calls for community organisations… -
Animals warm the hearts and laps of aged care residents
The introduction of animals in aged care continues to be a growing trend across Australia with a number of aged care … -
Collaboration creates consumer focused dementia guide
An ongoing partnership formed between aged care providers, allied health groups and government body National Health a… -
Community input to make an impact on dementia care
Input from the community on how to best implement new Specialist Dementia Care Units (SDCUs) for people living with s… -
“Tackling dementia is our generation's duty”
Health and ageing peak bodies are welcoming the acknowledgement, understanding and commitment of and for dementia in … -
Aged care awards acknowledge technology innovators in the sector
Providers, pioneers and industry professionals are among those who have been awarded for their technological achievem… -
Study seeks new way to assess cognitive health
Cognitive function and its importance in decision-making later in life has been the driving force behind a new resear… -
New book lights the way for better dementia care
A new book highlighting the importance of lighting design and access to daylight in boosting the health and wellbeing… -
New response team to reduce symptoms of dementia
Activities from childhood and hobbies of the past are all at the heart of a new program taking to the streets of New … -
Innovative technology brings the future to aged care
New standards are being set with the introduction of laser beams and robots to support resident safety and wellbeing …
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