Oct 21, 2024 · In light of ongoing bed shortages and ambulance delays, a leader in one of Australia's busiest emergency departments is advocating for dedicated hospitals for older patients.

Melatonin can now be sold over the counter in Australia, enabling insomniacs over 55 safer access to the sleep drug without a prescription. Australians insomniacs aged over 55 will no longer need to look overseas to source a sleep-inducing drug without a prescription.

Sep 18, 2023 · Around 8.6 million or 2 in 5 Australians between the ages of 16-85 have reported suffering from some form of mental illness throughout their life In the past 12 months, 4.2 million Australians have reported having experienced a mental health disorder. It’s been no secret that people with mental health disorders around the world have felt stigmatised.

Oct 23, 2023 · A nurse's role is one of the most multifacted in the health industry, and one of the most critical parts of their day to day routine is the administering of medication to patients.

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Nov 13, 2023 · Many of us take our skin for granted, but as the largest organ of the body, skin does a lot more than most people think it does. In fact, it provides several important functions, namely protection from external environmental influences, thermoregulation, electrolyte balance and sensation – pain, touch, heat and cold and shock absorption.

Jan 5, 2025 · Australia’s healthcare industry is continually growing making 2025 the year to step in for those considering a career in nursing. As the demand for healthcare professionals rises, the nursing sector needs staff like never before, driven by an ageing population, technological advances, and government input.

Nov 30, 2020 · Nicole Madigan is a widely published journalist with more than 15 years experience in the media and communications industries. Specialising in health, business, property and finance, Nicole writes regularly for numerous high-profile newspapers, magazines and …

As always, the goal during these stages is to provide holistic and evidence based care as well as support to the individual. There are a wide variety of nursing roles required throughout the perioperative process including: admission nurses; anaesthetic nurse; circulating nurse or scout nurse; instrument or scrub nurse; post anaesthesia …

May 9, 2024 · Family involvement plays an important role in shaping the care of elderly relatives. Families are often the primary caregivers and decision-makers for their ageing loved ones, tasked with making important decisions about their health, well-being and living arrangements.