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.
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.
Brain waste: why the ‘master regulator’ might be the key to Alzheimer’s
New research suggests that a specific group of brain cells acts as a master regulator for the brain’s waste clearance system, offering a potential new target for treating dementia.
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...
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 independ...
How ultraviolet light could reduce respiratory infection in aged care
Randomised controlled study shows that deployment of germicidal ultraviolet technology results in a significant reduction in the cumulative incidence in respiratory viral infections.
Nanoparticles in Alzheimer’s disease: a new frontier in diagnosis and therapy
Dementia represents one of the greatest public health challenges of our time. It encompasses a range of neurodegenerative disorders marked by progressive cognitive decline, memory loss and loss of independence. Among the...
Can music be good for our brain and heart?
New research shows engaging with music is linked to better cognitive function and a reduced risk of dementia and heart disease in later life.
