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The Pandemic’s Impact on Primary School Students: A Glimpse into Their Lives Two Years After Lockdowns In the wake of Victoria’s two-year lockdown anniversary, The Age delves into the experiences of primary school students, a group that has faced unique challenges due to the pandemic. Despite the disruptions caused by lockdowns and remote learning, many […]
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NSW’s Health System Needs Revamp to Address Aging Population, Says Chief Health Officer NSW’s Chief Health Officer, Dr. Kerry Chant, has issued a stark warning that the state’s healthcare system must adapt to reflect its rapidly aging population. In a joint report with senior NSW Health bureaucrats, Chant argues that the increasing prevalence of age-related
Far North Aged Care Providers Partner with Educators and Iwi to Cultivate Local Workforce In a collaborative effort to address the growing shortage of aged care workers in the Far North, aged care providers, educators, and iwi have joined forces to nurture a local aged care workforce. The initiative aims to tackle the increasing demand
Homegrown Solutions: Addressing the Aged Care Workforce Shortage Locally Read More »
COVID-Driven Antibiotic Reduction Fails to Mask Australia’s Antibiotic Resistance Crisis A new report by the Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care (ACSQHC) reveals a paradoxical situation: while the COVID-19 pandemic has led to a significant drop in antibiotic use, the country remains one of the highest users of antibiotics globally. This highlights
Drug-resistant infections remain a significant threat to Australia’s public health. Read More »
WA Health is reinstating mask mandates in public hospitals in response to a surge in COVID-19 cases. Beginning next Monday, both staff and patients will be required to wear surgical masks in high-risk clinical areas, such as hematology, oncology, organ transplant, and renal dialysis units. Additionally, masks will be mandatory around vulnerable patients in critical
COVID-19 surge in WA Sees Masks making comeback in hospitals for patients and staff. Read More »
YES: Even as COVID-19 restrictions continue to be lifted, experts still recommend wearing a mask in crowded indoor settings or when you cannot physically distance from others. This is especially important if you are: Wearing a mask can help to protect yourself and others from getting COVID-19. A mask is most effective when it is
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COVID-19 cases are on the rise again, prompting health authorities to reiterate the importance of self-isolation and booster vaccinations as we approach another potential “COVID Christmas.” Australia is currently experiencing an eighth wave of COVID-19 infections, with NSW Health classifying community transmission in the state as “moderate to high.” A growing number of Australians are
Navigating COVID-19 Self-Isolation: Recommendations in the Absence of Mandates Read More »
Australia Enters a New Phase of COVID-19 Management The country’s emergency response has been officially ended, marking a shift towards a “new business as usual” approach Australia is currently experiencing its eighth wave of COVID-19 infections. However, health officials remain confident in their decision to terminate the country’s emergency response, emphasizing a transition to a
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The project, which will also include a new state-of-the-art building to bolster capacity, will begin at Respect’s Woodhaven centre in Lockhart next week. The not-for-profit organisation has been working on the project for the past three years, and on Saturday, it finally launched the works with a special sod-turning ceremony. The facility’s older residents Cyril
Town’s cherished aged-care facility to undergo multimillion-dollar expansion Read More »
Australia’s aged care sector is facing a severe worker shortage, which is only expected to worsen in the coming years. This is due to the aging population and the increasing demand for care services. According to CEDA Chief Economist Cassandra Winzar, there could be a shortfall of 110,000 workers by 2030. Urgent action is needed
Calls for government intervention to alleviate critical shortage of aged care workers Read More »