The dangerous handover: fixing transitions of care for older Australians
With strengthened standards now in place, organisations have the mandate and the tools to treat transitions of care as a core unit of safety in aged care.
Opinions
Water Bankruptcy threatens human and planetary health
Water bankruptcy is a serious public health issue that must be urgently addressed. Health practitioners have a responsibility to lead in shaping a future where water is protected and valued.
Life stories for life-limited patient care
To realise the potential of biography programs, doctors at the frontline of delivering life-limiting diagnoses need to understand the vital role of spiritual care for these patients.
What three years in a dedicated medical wellbeing role has taught me
Three years ago, I stepped into a dedicated medical wellbeing role with enthusiasm and a quiet sense of optimism. Like many doctors, I believed that if we provided the right supports and encouraged seeking help early, wellbeing would improve. Three years later, my thinking is far more grounded.
Pancreatic cancer in Australia: persistent challenges and priorities
Pancreatic cancer must be recognised as a national health priority, supported by long-term investment in research, clinical innovation, workforce capability, and equitable access to care.
Promoting social connections for better mental health in older adults
Social connections are key predictors of mental health in older adults, especially interactions with friends, neighbours and the wider community. GPs are well placed to screen for social isolation and encourage patients to remain socially active as part of healthy ageing and depression prevention
Bulk-billing rates are up. But there’s more to delivering the best possible care
A multi-billion dollar boost to GP funding has lifted bulk-billing rates across the country, especially in many areas that need fee-free care the most.
The National Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Agreement still falls short
In November, the Productivity Commission released its final report on the National Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Agreement (the National Agreement). It found that while some good work is being done, the National Agreement hasn't provided the vision and direction we need to build the mental health system that we all want.
A simple tool to predict dementia risk after stroke
A new calculator tool offers clinicians a quick, evidence-based way to identify patients at higher risk of post-stroke dementia, supporting earlier intervention and, ultimately, helping stroke survivors maintain independence and quality of life for as long as possible.
