Aged care is currently experiencing immense change based on the recommendations of the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety. Much of this change is being led by the Australian Government and by aged care providers. As researchers, we want to understand how we can best support this change. We want to know what you think are most critical areas to research in residential aged care.
In June 2023, the PHN launched an early intervention pilot program for General Practices to participate in a frailty screening program using the FRAIL Scale, a validated screening tool.
A collaborative pilot project investigating a new model of care in residential aged care facilities (RACFs) is providing valuable insights into innovative ways to improve health care for residents.
Researchers uncover evidence in hospital data showing link between dementia and self-harm.
The PHN is encouraging people across the Hunter, New England and Central Coast to consider their future health care preferences and understand the importance of advance care planning, during this year’s Advance Care Planning week.
Osteoporosis Australia (OA) now known as Healthy Bones Australia hosted a National Forum with leading Australian clinical experts to develop a Position Statement on the management of osteoporosis.
The Department of Health and Aged Care has prioritised early intervention initiatives to support healthy ageing and ongoing management of chronic conditions and enable senior Australians to live longer in the community.
The PHN is launching an early intervention pilot program to identify older people who are pre-frail and frail.
Two unique programs have been awarded joint winners of the Supporting Patients Through Technology Award by the PHN.
The current wait time for new Parkinson’s disease (PD) patients for both the private and public neurology services across the Hunter New England Local Health District is significant. Patients can expect to await up to and beyond 12 months to secure an appointment. A number of private neurologists are at capacity and have closed their books.
The Commonwealth Dept. of Health has developed a range of resources for health professionals and vaccination providers to support the 2022 influenza vaccination program