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Nurses are being told to “walk in pairs” and carry whistles in areas prone to violent assaults because hospital security won’t walk them to their cars. Read More

Psychotropic medications are being taken by more than 60 per cent of aged care residents, says dementia researcher Dr Juanita Westbury in her submission to the Royal Commission. Dr Westbury told HelloCare that most staff who administer the medications believe the drugs are more beneficial than evidence actually suggests, and they are not aware of... Read More

Set out below is an overview of the key 2018-19 federal Budget measures that may affect carers. There may be other relevant measures that are not included in this overview and more detailed information can be found at www.budget.gov.au. Please note that Budget measures must be passed by Parliament before they can come into effect Summary... Read More