The vital role of primary care in aged care
New research highlights the crucial role good primary care plays in preventing hospitalisation of people in the aged care system.
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Connecting people living with dementia
A peer support program from Dementia Australia is helping to empower people living with dementia.
How do patients feel about their doctor using AI scribes?
Survey findings suggest that patient-facing AI tools must be evaluated not only for technical performance but also for communication quality, and demonstrable clinician oversight.
Managing medicines in aged care with the PHARMA-Care National Quality Framework
The new framework aims to monitor quality use of medicines in residential aged care homes.
What you need to know about the Ebola outbreak that has the WHO concerned
The World Health Organization has declared the Ebola outbreak in Africa a public health emergency of international concern.
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome name change brings clarity to misunderstood condition
A global effort led by Monash University has successfully changed the name of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome to Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome.
Consensus statement on frailty in the community
New recommendations for preventing and managing frailty in community-dwelling older adults have been released.
Why planning for future health care matters, and how GPs can support it
Advance care planning provides peace of mind for patients and families facing unexpected health challenges.
The unmet needs of children with rare diseases in rural and remote Australia
Multidisciplinary care for children suffering from Rare Diseases (RD) is critical to ensure appropriate diagnosis and coordinated care.
