Want to learn more about dementia? This free online University of Tasmania course has just been named the best in the world
The university’s Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) “Understanding Dementia” has been ranked No. 1 by…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.
Bad news rockers and sports stars – science confirms shoeys are harmful to your health
It’s become the classic Aussie way to celebrate – sculling a tinnie from a sweat-soaked…More
Think you’re too old to be an organ donor? Think again
Last year, 36 per cent of Australia’s 510 organ donors were aged 55 or older…More
Science confirms what we all know – arguing with your wife is bad for your health
A US study has found a bad marriage can damage your health as much as…More
Older drivers accused of ‘doctor shopping’ to keep licenses – more measures needed to keep people mobile
The Australian Medical Association Queensland (AMAQ) has told the ABC that people are going to…More
Should I stay or should I go? My Health Record starts three-month opt-out period
Australians now have until October 15 to opt out of the Federal Government’s national digital…More
Ticking off aged care residents’ “bucket lists” – using virtual reality? It’s happening
Samsung will visit five Uniting aged care homes across NSW and the ACT with its…More
Brunch lovers celebrate: Aussie farmer grows avocados five times the average size
The Groves family have started harvesting the first crop from their 400 Avozilla trees at…More
The ‘hidden affliction’: could you have a chronic wound?
We’ve all managed to hurt ourselves at some stage of our lives (fingers in the…More
Did you know the average US retiree watches 48 hours of TV every week?
That’s despite older adults having more time to have fun – seven-and-a-half hours a day…More