Limiting soft drinks and red meat may help women in menopause
Diet quality may influence menopausal symptoms and overall quality of life, according to a nutrition study of Australian women. The research of more than 200 women with an average age of 51, found those who consumed fewer sugar-sweetened drinks were less likely to have joint and muscle complaints. In addition, a lower intake of red […]
People with iron disorder encouraged to donate blood
People with haemochromatosis who need to have blood removed in order to reduce their iron levels are being encouraged to donate at Australian Red Cross Lifeblood. Haemochromatosis, which causes the body to store too much iron affects one in every 180-200 people. The primary treatment to reduce high levels of iron is the removal of […]
Introducing a person-centred approach to indwelling urinary catheter care in aged care homes
The care workforce is central to the quality of care in aged care homes in Australia. The knowledge, confidence and skill of the aged care workforce is fundamentally important for the quality of life and wellbeing of people in aged care homes. The Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety has identified the need […]
The Power of Persistence: How the ANMF’s advocacy laid the foundation for NPs in Australia
The nurse practitioner (NP) role originated in the United States in the mid-1960s to address gaps in healthcare. But it took 35 years later, on 12 December 2000, for Jane O’Connell (emergency) and Sue Denison (rural and remote health) to become Australia’s first authorised NPs. Requiring Master’s level education, NPs possess the expertise and authority […]