‘Chilling inversion’: Nitschke savaged over new ‘bomb implant’
Philip Nitschke’s new, controversial ideas for those who wish to end their lives, including a ticking-time bomb device have been attacked as an assault upon medicine’s ‘duty of care’.
Ageing
Australia’s VAD laws explained: How they differ by state
AFL legend Robert Walls is one of many Aussies who have made use of the country’s voluntary assisted dying legislation. Take a look at how the laws differ by state.
Having this drink three times a day may help you age better
A study that tracked 50,000 women over 32 years has found that having a small cup of this three times a day was linked to healthier ageing.
Surprise litre-a-day habit keeping 101-year-old athlete match fit
Henry Young doesn’t feel like a centenarian and now the international tennis legend is revealing his little secret to a long, strong life.
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Why you should look at making this lifestyle change by age 36
Although the party lifestyle is fun, new research has revealed that it’s important to slow things down by age 36. This is why.
Tom had a fall in aged care. This distressing photo haunts his family
Tom Nemaric, 92, fell while in respite care but the home didn’t send him to hospital, and he died weeks later.
The simple 60-minute program helping aged care residents
Can just 60 minutes help aged care residents feel less isolated and lonely? This new program – which goes for just an hour week – seems to be doing just that.
‘Never feel safe’: Worst-rated SA aged care homes for safety
One of South Australia’s largest aged care providers has some of the lowest ranked facilities in the state for safety, according to its own residents. See how South Australian homes are ranked.
‘Never feel safe’: Worst-rated NSW aged care homes for safety
Aged care residents in almost 70 homes across NSW say they never feel safe, a shocking survey reveals. See how homes in NSW ranked.
Worst-rated Qld aged care home for safety
A private aged care group rapped over the knuckles for a lack of staff, has two out of the three lowest ranked homes in the state for safety, according to its residents. Queensland homes ranked.
Full List: Shock safety scores of aged care homes revealed
Aged care residents have revealed how safe they feel in their facility, with those in 200 Australian homes claiming they ‘never feel safe’. See how yours rates.
‘Never feel safe’: Vic aged care homes shock results
Shocking findings have emerged after aged care residents were asked how safe they feel in their facility, and many did not have glowing reviews. Search the interactive table for ratings.
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