What do older people want in quality aged care services? Lauren Todorovic, CEO HelloCare Interviews Judy Gregurke, National Manager Aged Care Reform, COTA Australia about the Quality Indicators in Aged Care. #agedcarequality18
Pain is uncomfortable for everyone – but why are older people less likely to report pain when they have it? The mechanism by which pain is perceived is very complex. There does appear to be some age related changes, but older people don’t perceive pain any less than younger people. That said older people in...
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National Advance Care Planning Week launched this week and is the perfect opportunity for you to take control of your future health care wishes. Hear from Medical Director, Dr Karen Detering on why she got involved with advance care planning and its importance. #acpweek18 Advance Care Planning Australia There are many myths about what advanced care...
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As our population age’s scientists have discovered that our immune system deteriorates. This is immunosenescence, where there is a loss of effectiveness in preventing disease and infection and is associated with an increased susceptibility to infections. Our immune system is the first line in defence against invaders such as bacteria, viruses, parasites and fungi. Therefore...
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