How To Safely Wear PPE In Aged Care

  The federal government has announced a $2.4 billion support package to help health services, including aged care facilities, navigate Australia’s response to the coronavirus. “It’s a health crisis,” prime minister Scott Morrison said. “Australia isn’t immune, but with this $2.4 billion boost we’re as well prepared as any country in the world.” Additional support for aged... Read More

The Australian Government Department of Health has been working on the mechanisms, processes and guidelines in order to release these funds for workers and providers. Below is a series of FAQs to assist workers and providers prepare during these challenging circumstances. How will the retention bonus payment to eligible full-time direct care workers be administered?... Read More

It almost sounds too good to be true. Indeed, the results are very preliminary – but it’s a promising approach to treat the virus. Would you consider a pill over a jab? Read More