Interview with the Minister of Aged Care, Hon Ken Wyatt AM, MP

A new survey has found that only one in five Australians trust the aged care system, revealing a negative community perception of the sector that needs to be addressed. The report, from insights agency Faster Horses, is titled ‘Inside Aged Care’ and surveyed over 2000 Australians. It found that although there have been improvements in the ways that aged care is perceived by the wider community, a lot more needs to be done to change negative perceptions and highlight the positive work that is being done. Read More

It’s human nature to compare yourself to others. But for many people, comparing all the time can become overbearing to the point that you find it hard to make a decision and do what you really want in your life. Sometimes it can be helpful to let go of the need to compare yourself and... Read More

On the eve of the Day of the Older Person, the ABC reported that public hospital surgeons in South Australia have been encouraged to “say no” to “old” patients. The allegations came from a leaked email, which also suggests that surgeons should refuse surgery on those with comorbidities too. The acting surgery program delivery manager... Read More