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๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Superannuation should be used for aged care, not inherited by next generation, aged care CEO says

The CEO of Uniting NSW and ACT advocates for wealthier Australians to utilize their superannuation for aged care rather than passing it on to heirs, aiming to alleviate pressures on the public care system.

Mar 21 โ€ข 19:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Promise of feral cat sandwich lures Maggie Beer to outback health hub

Culinary icon Maggie Beer is in Alice Springs to enhance nutrition in aged care through collaboration with the Purple House health hub.

Mar 19 โ€ข 20:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Children aged 5 to 9 lead the increase in mental health admissions in SP

Mental health admissions among children and adolescents have surged in Sao Paulo, particularly for those aged 5 to 9, who experienced a 98.3% increase from 2020 to 2025.

Mar 17 โ€ข 07:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Aged care minister pursues claims homes charging premium for basic services

Aged Care Minister Sam Rae is investigating claims that aged care facilities are charging residents for basic services previously included in standard care.

Mar 16 โ€ข 06:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

How CaixaBank Takes Care of its โ€˜Boomerโ€™ Clients: An Analog Bubble, Empathy, and Millions of Passbooks

CaixaBank prioritizes its customers aged over 55 with personalized care and a strategy emphasizing traditional banking methods.

Mar 16 โ€ข 04:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Specialized center offers 100 treatment spots for children who wet the bed in Salvador

A specialized center in Salvador is offering 100 free treatment spots for children aged 5 to 17 suffering from nocturnal enuresis, allowing them to receive care remotely.

Mar 15 โ€ข 12:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Kendra Wilkinson, former Playboy bunny, responded to haters: "I don't care if they say I aged badly"

Kendra Wilkinson, former Playboy star, publicly addressed her critics regarding her aging and reflected on her past experiences in the spotlight.

Mar 14 โ€ข 15:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Fine for Melbourne aged care home where 45 residents died from COVID

A Melbourne aged care facility has been fined $150,000 after a COVID-19 outbreak killed 45 residents in 2020 due to inadequate staff training.

Mar 11 โ€ข 01:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Decline in GP home visits drives vulnerable people into care homes

An 85% decline in GP home visits in Australia has led to vulnerable populations, including the elderly and chronically ill, being admitted to care facilities prematurely due to lack of accessible medical care.

Mar 9 โ€ข 19:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The 'Young Transformation' of Silver Towns... Active Seniors in Their 60s and 70s Are Moving In

In the context of South Korea becoming an ultra-aged society, there is a significant increase in 'active seniors' who do not perceive themselves as care recipients, leading to a transformation in silver towns traditionally focused on care services.

Mar 9 โ€ข 09:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Girls aged 10 to 14 take care of the house and family more than men of any age, says study

A study reveals that girls aged 10 to 14 are responsible for household and family care more than men of any age in Brazil.

Mar 8 โ€ข 19:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Face down and bloody, Jozsef's death was labelled 'pneumonia'

The article discusses the rising number of unexpected deaths in aged care in Australia, focusing on the case of Jozsef, whose death was initially attributed to pneumonia, prompting scrutiny from his brother.

Mar 7 โ€ข 18:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

She helped design Australiaโ€™s aged care assessment tool โ€“ but now Lynda Henderson is too scared to use it

Lynda Henderson, a key contributor to Australia's aged care assessment tool, expresses fear and concern over the use of algorithms in determining care needs.

Mar 5 โ€ข 14:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Aged care bushfire evacuation plans are unrealistic, union warns

A major union warns that Australian aged care facilities lack realistic bushfire evacuation plans, putting residents at risk during emergencies.

Mar 3 โ€ข 19:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ Guardian Australia
National & Local

Australians who need care because of age or disability shouldnโ€™t be reduced to an algorithm

The article critiques the reliance on algorithmic decision-making in Australiaโ€™s care systems for the elderly and disabled, emphasizing the potential loss of human empathy in assessments.

Mar 2 โ€ข 14:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Australiaโ€™s broken aged care home support system is ensuring that loved ones live and die without dignity

Dying Australians approved for government-funded aged care are facing significant delays and inadequate support, according to carers and assessors who describe the system as failing those in urgent need.

Feb 28 โ€ข 19:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Advocates fear people like Graham are caught in Australia's next Robodebt

Advocates express concern that a new algorithm for aged care funding in Australia may be prone to errors similar to those seen in the Robodebt scandal, affecting vulnerable individuals like Graham Crossan.

Feb 27 โ€ข 20:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

โ€˜Stuff of nightmaresโ€™: calls for help surge by 50% after Australia launches aged-assistance tool

Requests for aged care assistance in Australia have surged by 50% following the introduction of a controversial assessment tool, raising significant concerns among elderly advocates.

Feb 23 โ€ข 14:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
National & Local

90-year-old Lillian: "It's lovely. He is wonderful"

The article tells the story of 90-year-old Lillian, who shares her admiration for Carl S. Berg, whose family name evokes fond memories.

Feb 23 โ€ข 05:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The story of two sisters aged 72 and 73 who live alone in a sustainable forest with medicinal plants

Two sisters, aged 72 and 73, lead a self-sufficient life in Tencรญlio Costa, Brazil, cultivating organic crops and relying on medicinal plants for health care.

Feb 22 โ€ข 17:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Wprost
National & Local

Alarming forecasts for Poland. Will seniors have a problem? Here's how demographics will change

Demographic forecasts for Poland indicate a doubling of the population aged 75 and above by 2060, raising concerns about health issues and care support.

Feb 20 โ€ข 04:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ Guardian Australia
National & Local

At the algorithmโ€™s mercy: Jean may have to leave her SA home as โ€˜outrageousโ€™ tool cuts aged care support

An elderly woman in South Australia faces the possibility of moving to aged care due to reduced home support resulting from an algorithm-based assessment tool.

Feb 19 โ€ข 14:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Malinauskas criticised over aged care workforce comments

SA Premier Peter Malinauskas faces backlash for his remarks regarding the necessity of population growth for aged care in South Australia.

Feb 19 โ€ข 06:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

WA aged care residents to get free RSV vaccine after worst ever flu season

Western Australians aged 65 and older living in residential aged care will receive free RSV vaccinations following a severe flu season, with the program expected to significantly improve health outcomes for vulnerable populations.

Feb 19 โ€ข 04:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

This town lost its aged care home. Now locals have taken back the keys

Pyramid Hill residents are working to reopen their closed aged care home, which shut down in 2019, out of concern for elderly residents' wellbeing.

Feb 18 โ€ข 20:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ Guardian Australia
National & Local

Morning Mail: aged care algorithm making โ€˜cruelโ€™ decisions, Jesse Jackson mourned, Australiaโ€™s World Cup washout

Aged care workers have criticized an algorithm used for determining support packages for the elderly as 'cruel', alongside tributes for civil rights leader Jesse Jackson and Australia's exit from the T20 World Cup.

Feb 17 โ€ข 19:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Algorithm-based tool for home support funding is โ€˜cruelโ€™ and โ€˜inhumaneโ€™, Australian aged care workers warn

Australian aged care workers criticize an algorithm-based tool for assessing home support funding, calling it 'cruel' and detrimental to elderly care.

Feb 17 โ€ข 14:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Labor accused of putting 'wait in waiting list' as 3,100 older patients stranded

State and territory health ministers in Australia are urging the federal government to take immediate action regarding 3,100 aged care patients stranded in hospitals.

Feb 12 โ€ข 18:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Who cares for those who care? A gerontologist analyzed the causes of this phenomenon that is growing in Argentina and the world

The article discusses the increasing burden on middle-aged adults in Argentina, who are simultaneously caring for both their children and elderly parents, leading to significant emotional and psychological strains.

Feb 12 โ€ข 12:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Man died during MRI: Hereโ€™s how the shocking events unfolded โ€“ live broadcast ongoing

A middle-aged man died during an MRI scan at a private medical facility, revealing critical shortcomings in patient care.

Feb 11 โ€ข 08:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

SA Liberals promise stamp duty relief as Labor shares plan for current WCH site

The South Australian Liberals promise new stamp duty concessions for homeowners looking to downsize, while the Labor government plans to create 1,300 aged care beds through a hospital transformation ahead of the March elections.

Feb 8 โ€ข 06:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ Visir
Crime & Justice

Mild sentence for harassing eight girls: 'I don't care about the age difference'

A man in his fifties has been sentenced to fifteen months in prison, mostly suspended, after sending numerous sexual messages to eight girls aged eleven to thirteen on Snapchat.

Feb 6 โ€ข 10:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
Life & Tech

85-year-old woman from Klaipeda endured terrible pain: after surgery, she walks independently again

An 85-year-old woman from Klaipeda who suffered severe pain due to spinal stenosis and a fractured vertebra has regained her ability to walk independently following surgery.

Feb 4 โ€ข 10:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Sprinklers are mandatory in aged care, but missing from specialist disability homes

There are calls for mandatory installation of fire sprinklers in specialist disability accommodation due to the increased risk of fire-related injuries among residents with disabilities.

Feb 3 โ€ข 19:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Doubling of girls who self-harm

An increasing number of girls aged 12-15 are seeking care for self-inflicted injuries as a way to cope with overwhelming emotions, according to psychologist and researcher Maria Zetterqvist.

Jan 31 โ€ข 11:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ elDiario.es
Life & Tech

The circular economy as a lever for innovation and entrepreneurship for the youngest

The article discusses how Generation Z, often criticized for their lack of commitment, is deeply concerned about environmental issues, with a recent study indicating that nearly 90% of young people aged 15 to 29 express high concern for environmental care.

Jan 14 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
Life & Tech

Apnea, swelling and cough: the signs of heart failure and what to do

This article discusses the signs of heart failure, a condition prevalent with age, and offers advice on what actions to take when the heart cannot function properly.

Jan 9 โ€ข 16:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช taz
National & Local

Mamdani's Election Promise: Free Child Care in New York

New York's incoming Mayor Zohran Mamdani has promised free child care for children aged six weeks to help make life more affordable for the city's residents and boost the economy.

Jan 7 โ€ข 06:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Veฤernji List
National & Local

250 euros for grandparents for looking after their grandchildren? Yes, now in this Croatian town

In 2026, grandparents in the Croatian town of Kriลพevci can earn 250 euros monthly for taking care of their preschool-aged grandchildren, as announced by the mayor.

Jan 2 โ€ข 11:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
Crime & Justice

"Injured are aged 16-26" in Crans-Montana - Heartbreaking

A tragedy at the luxury Swiss resort of Crans-Montana has left many severely injured, with hospitals fighting to care for the victims, while new evidence and testimonies are amplifying the nightmare faced by those at the popular bar Le Constellation.

Jan 1 โ€ข 16:32 UTC

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