Blind Low Vision NZ Highlights Inequality
Blind Low Vision NZ said new figures reveal inequities facing more than 183,000 New Zealanders affected by vision impairment. As cost-of-living pressures dominate headlines,…
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Rural Generalist Medicine Recognised in Australia
AUSTRALIA | Palliative Care Australia (PCA) has welcomed the formal recognition of Rural Generalist Medicine as a medical specialty in Australia. Palliative Care Australia…
Increase for Diagnostic Testing
More diagnostic tests will be available through Health New Zealand, as the Government commits to faster answers for Kiwis. Health New Zealand will deliver…
Pharmac Savings “Pleasing”
Pharmac savings have been pleasing to see, according to the ministers responsible, especially enabling broader medicine access. Associate Health Minister with responsibility for Pharmac,…
ADAPT Makes Breakthrough
UK | The ADAPT has evaluated the possibility of testing protein p-tau217 in blood to help diagnose Alzheimer’s disease earlier and more accurately. The…
Air Pollution Prompts Industry Action
UK | It’s no secret that air pollution is a major concern for seniors’ health, but by limiting plastic waste, providers can do their…
Alzheimer’s International Conference Results in Funding Pledge
CANADA | The Alzheimer’s International Conference in Toronto has resulted in additional funding to improve dementia research within Canada. The world’s dementia research community…
Leqembi Doses Approved in USA
USA | The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved weekly dosing of Leqembi for treatment of early Alzheimer’s disease across the United States….
Fresh Produce Can Reduce Cancer Risk
New research published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition revealed that vegetarian and vegan diets may significantly lower the risk of cancer by…
Calls to Stop Senior’s Exclusion from Research
UK | Aged care charities from around the UK have signed a joint statement encouraging more input from seniors in research that directly affects…
NSA Partners with Dr Libby Weaver
AUSTRALIA | National Seniors Australia has partnered with Dr Libby Weaver to help support healthy ageing and allow seniors to feel their best. National…
Private Health System Raises Seniors’ Concerns
AUSTRALIA | The cost of private health services in Australia has raised concerns for leaders in the aged care sector, advocating for swift change….