Early Alzheimer’s opportunity demands system readiness 2024 Innovative Medicines Special Report While there is no silver bullet for Alzheimer’s disease, medical research is for the first time showing real promise.
Aged care minister vows to make dealing with dementia core business June 9, 2023 By Melissa Coade Community & Social The death of 95-year-old Clare Nowland after she was tasered by police has prompted new standards for assisting people living with dementia.
Chronic health issues generally higher among native English-speakers, new data tool shows February 8, 2023 By Melissa Coade Federal Chronic health issues are reported in more Australians from English-speaking backgrounds, a new AIHW report has found.
Government more than doubles Dementia Australia funding December 17, 2021 By Melissa Coade Federal The national dementia support program will receive a $102 million boost, helping to fund the operation of a 24/7 phone support line.
Medication boost for people with dementia who enter aged care potentially harmful, study warns July 21, 2021 By Melissa Coade Federal The study emphasises the importance of looking at the continuity of care for residents as they enter residential aged care.
GP payments to identify dementia: would it work here? October 31, 2014 By David Donaldson Features In Britain, they’re paying doctors to make dementia diagnoses. So would it work in Australia? Early diagnosis is important, but there’s other factors at play.
