Warning arachnophobes! Australia’s terrifying wildlife just gained three new spider species
In case we didn’t have enough creepy crawlies in the country, three new variants of…More
Author: Annie Donaldson
Annie Donaldson
With a background in nursing, Annie has spent over 20 years working in the health industry, including the coordination of medical support for international TV productions and major stadium events, plus education campaigns with a number of national health organisations. In recent years, she has also taken time out of the workforce to be a full-time carer, giving her first-hand experience of the challenges and rewards of this role.
Hearing loss affects one in seven Australians, but just 16 per cent of us are seeking help
Yes, you’re hearing us right. The Campaign for Better Hearing Survey 2019 has found that…More
Snakes on a plane! Queensland python hitchhikes to Scotland – in a woman’s shoe
Confirmation of overseas tourists’ worst fears about Australia? Moira Boxall from Glasgow found the spotted…More
Finding purpose in getting older: the organisation helping aged care residents foster their ‘spirituality’
Spiritual care is widely acknowledged as an important part of holistic care for everyone, including…More
Receiving a pension in aged care when one partner is still working – a balancing act
This question has come up a lot on our agedcare101 forum and it’s an issue…More
Interactive dementia app to give loved ones ‘a better visit’
Dementia Australia have developed a new app that helps family and friends connect and communicate…More
Bad news! Study debunks myth that alcohol order affects your hangover
Yes, this is a genuine scientific study. The German and British (naturally) researchers split a…More
Want to keep an eye on family members in aged care? This app is designed to help
CareApp is a new smartphone app that delivers real-time notifications updating them on their loved…More
Nappies on ostriches, rotting cow livers: scientists tweet about the strangest experiments they’ve done
Scientists are often tasked with answering some of the weirdest questions in the universe. Now…More
Walking in their shoes: ‘empathy suits’ trial a first for aged care
Not-for-profit provider ACH Group has purchased three Premature Ageing Unisex Leisure (PAUL) Suits, developed by…More