DPS News

If the walls could talk

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +1000

MORE than 120 years old, the Armidale Presbyterian Ladies' College (PLC) has a long history. It has educated thousands of young women and has changed names from the New England Ladies College, to The Hilton School, and finally the PLC.

Baptistcare takes out three awards

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +1000

FAITH based, residential aged and community care provider, Baptistcare, received three High Commendations for the Categories of Organisation, Trainee and Employee Awards at the Aged and Community Services Western Australia (ACSWA) Excellence in Care Awards recently.

Unravelling debilitating arthritis

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +1000

SCIENTISTS are reportedly closer to unravelling a 40 year old genetic mystery, after identifying a further 13 regions of the human genome linked to a debilitating form of arthritis.

'Sting' to seniors' bank accounts

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +1000

THE INTRODUCTION of new legislation allowing the federal government to seize funds from people's bank accounts, if the account has not been active for three years, may 'sting' older Australians.

Vitamin B12 deficiency, memory loss

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +1000

MEDICAL research into the impact of low Vitamin B12 levels is among six new dementia research grants announced today by federal minister for Health, Tanya Plibersek, and Minister for Mental Health and Ageing, Mark Butler.

Country fun for residents

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +1000

RESIDENTS at Wahroonga Retirement Village at Biloela, in central Queensland, were treated to their very own 'country show' last month, thanks to the efforts of volunteers, residents' families and the wider Biloela community.

'Bring it' to the table this month

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +1000

DO SOMETHING a little bit different this June to raise money for people with dementia, their carers and families. Bruce is throwing a backyard barbie, Sheryl is throwing a dinner party for her yoga friends, while Shane is cooking up bacon and egg rolls at work on Friday...

New test to tackle antibiotic resistance

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +1000

A TASMANIAN research project, facilitated by Clifford Craig Medical Research Trust, has delivered ground breaking results that will benefit millions of people worldwide....

Pen on the pulse

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +1000

IN WHAT has been described as a 'world first' study, researchers from the University of Queensland (UQ) are using innovative pulse reading technology to measure blood pressure to reduce cardiovascular disease....

Go purple for elder abuse awareness

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +1000

MELBOURNE'S Arts Centre spire will turn purple this weekend to mark World Elder Abuse Awareness Day as people across the world wear purple to show they care about ending elder abuse this Saturday....

How to avoid joint replacements

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +1000

ESCALATING rates of joint replacements could be slashed by tackling obesity and preventing sports injuries, according to Arthritis Australia and leading osteoarthritis experts....

Regular cervical screening still vital

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +1000

THERE was still the opportunity to build on the historic gains in the prevention of cervical cancer and further improve the health of Australian women, Minister for Health, Tanya Plibersek, said....

Book 'taps into' residents' pasts

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +1000

MIGRANT stories recounting war time struggles, imprisonment and the torrid journey to Australia are just some memories which feature in the book Your Story: Memories & Milestones by author Monique Sheldon-Stemm....

Got the 'balls' to tackle depression?

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +1000

A NEW campaign urging men to 'have the balls' to take action on depression and anxiety, while reminding them that a real man looks out for his mates, was launched last week....

New direction for prostate cancer research

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +1000

RESEARCHERS at the University of Adelaide are spearheading a new direction in prostate cancer research, with the potential for new treatments of the disease....

Deb wins with 'big grin'

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +1000

DOING whatever it takes to provide emotional and spiritual support to those approaching the end of life has resulted in a state award for Amana Living Chaplain, Deborah Joyce, at this year's ACSWA (Aged & Community Services WA) 'Excellence in Care' Awards....

Discussing death and dying

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +1000

A PILOT of the new 'Discussing Death and Dying' module of the Victorian Cancer Clinicians Communication Program (VCCCP) was recently held at the Cancer Council, training eight new facilitators to deliver the module in health organisations across Victoria....

Recognising unsung aged care heroes

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +1000

INDIVIDUALS, groups and organisations within the aged care sector are now encouraged to nominate online for the Bethanie Medallion awards....

Know your bowel cancer risk

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +1000

A NEW interactive website that outlines the risk of developing bowel cancer based on family history was launched last week, to raise awareness of early detection of the disease, ultimately saving lives....

Time for healthy dose of vitamin D

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +1000

CANCER Council SA is now encouraging South Australians to soak up a healthy dose of vitamin D through mild sun exposure. With the UV levels now dropping below three in South Australia, it is a reminder for people to ease their sun protection habits and get a good natura...