More than 90% of permanent aged care residents receive regular GP visits
A new report from the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) has revealed the…More
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Did you know you can get a free Heart Health Check if you’re aged over 45?
You may not be thinking about your heart health at the moment – but one…More
New guidelines for GPs to report elder abuse
Australian GP’s are being urged to be on the lookout for signs of elder abuse…More
Good news for families and carers: the Government just made it easier for you to use MyAgedCare
The MyAgedCare gateway has been the subject of complaints by residents, families and their doctors…More
Good news: GPs in NSW can now report domestic violence without consent
Family doctors are often the first point of call for victims of domestic violence. Now…More
Did you know that for every new GP, there are ten new specialists?
The number of full-time GPs has grown by just 2.4 per cent over the 10…More
Are GP’s just too precious? Good news undermined
You haven’t heard of a new trial called Health Care Homes – we don’t understand…More
Study: GPS devices improve freedom and quality of life in dementia
A new study carried out by Scandinavia’s SINTEF, has found the use of GPS technology for people with dementia has given them – and their carers or next of kin – an increased sense of security, freedom and quality of life.
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