Prime Minister Scott Morrison has announced a royal commission into Australia's aged care system. Read more …
Scott Morrison announces royal commission into aged care; advocates expect 'appalling' cases of mistreatment to surface
Dump Dr Google for a real dementia diagnosis
You know that feeling when something isn’t quite right within yourself?
It’s human nature to imagine the worst-case scenario first. Chronic, persistent pain or a lump under the skin? It must be cancer! Just ask Dr Google and you will be rewarded with your worst fears. Read more…
Liverpool's $740m health precinct will rival the greatest in the world
The blockbuster health and innovation precinct planned for Liverpool Hospital will rival the greatest medical research institutions in the world, the masterminds behind the ambitious project say. Read more...
Japan trails Hong Kong in latest life expectancy rankings
Japanese remained near the top of the world rankings for life expectancy in 2017 while Hong Kong continued to dominate, welfare ministry data showed Friday. Read more...
This is awesome! Way to go Dr. Heimlich
I love this story. Dr. Heimlich, at 96, used his namesake maneuver for the first time to save a life! Just goes to show that old people still matter a lot! Read more...
