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Blair Comley becomes new Department of Health and Aged Care …

WebMr Comley is currently serving as a director and partner at EY Port Jackson Partners, a business management consultant in Sydney. The five-year appointment of …

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Free shingles vaccination program Aged Care Insite

WebNearly five million older and immunocompromised Australians will be given free access to a shingles vaccine starting from 1 November. Shingles, which is also …

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Hopes historic WHO report on falls prevention has global impact

WebExperts hope that recommendations in a new technical report from the World Health Organization (WHO) will reduce global suffering and loss as a result of falls. The …

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The future of telehealth in residential care: opinion

WebHowever, many agree that a hybrid approach that combines in-person and telehealth care would deliver very positive outcomes for all involved. Telehealth and …

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New care tool for rural older Australians receives federal support

WebA rural health service has received considerable funding from the federal government to launch a care planning tool for older Australians in rural communities. …

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‘Wage justice’: Big pay rise for aged care workers

WebNursing assistants secured increases between 17.9 and 23 per cent. Health Services Union national president Gerard Hayes said the wage increase delivered justice …

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New aged care ministers sworn in by PM Albanese

WebMark Butler has been named as the new Federal Minister for Health and Aged Care. The deputy leader of the lower house was sworn in on Wednesday along with …

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Thousands test positive for respiratory virus as spike reported in

WebAn infectious disease expert has confirmed that a viral respiratory illness is surging in multiple states. NSW residents are coming forward with symptoms of the …

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Everyone has to be part of cybersecurity, not just IT

WebThis requires a shift in perspective, ensuring all personnel view cybersecurity as an integral part of the healthcare delivery process, and not as a separate entity that …

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Celebrating cultural diversity in aged care Aged Care Insite

WebMulticultural Aged Care Services, a residential facility based in Geelong, took home first place for excellence in service delivery for its responsiveness to residents' …

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Former NAB chief replaces HammondCare CEO Aged Care Insite

WebBy: Arshmah Jamal in Industry & Reform, Top Stories April 11, 2024 0. Former NAB chief Andrew Thorburn has been named the new chief of aged care …

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Not enough allied care workers to meet aged care standards

WebMore than 25,000 health professionals would be needed to meet the explosive demand for aged care workers as the Australian population grows and ages. …

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Killarney Memorial Aged Care given $1.4m for a holistic healthcare

WebKillarney Memorial Aged Care has been given $1.4m to trial a holistic team-based healthcare approach for the rural and remote communities of the Southern Downs …

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Immunisation body says over-75s need another Covid booster

WebThe federal government’s immunisation advisory body says the most vulnerable Australians should arrange to get another COVID-19 vaccination booster.

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Why hospitals need to replace pagers with smart devices

WebUsing smart devices, hospitals can improve communication among care team members, accelerate patient response times, save time, and, ultimately, deliver a better …

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Without funding for critical physiotherapy services, older people …

WebHarrowing stories of neglect and abuse shone a much-needed spotlight on the aged care sector and led to the landmark Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality …

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Greens lash vaccine rates among people with disability, Hunt …

WebThe federal government has been accused of “forgetting” Australians with disability after “absolutely shameful” revelations over vaccine rates among the vulnerable …

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Why healthcare facilities need to streamline workflows

WebThere are five key ways to optimise clinical workflows for improved patient outcomes: 1. Bring systems together. Siloed systems create delays as nurses search for …

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Government health spending increases as Covid lingers

WebThis year, Australia has spent a total of $241.3b on healthcare goods and services, which is a six per cent increase from 2021. So far from last year, a total of …

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