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We believe everyone, everywhere has the right to a life free from slavery. But right now, millions of children and adults are trapped in modern slavery throughout the world. Modern slavery is the severe exploitation of other people for personal or commercial gain and describes a situation where o­ffenders use coercion, threats, or deception to exploit victims and undermine their freedom.

From 22 June 2022 manufacturers, importers, wholesalers and retailers of button/coin batteries or consumer goods that contain button/coin batteries supplied to Australia, must comply with the applicable Australian mandatory safety and information standards.

A bladder scanner may seem like a costly expense for an Aged Care facility, but for your residents, they can assist in preventing costly, painful and disruptive procedures such as unnecessary catheterisation and cystoscopy.

In December 2020, Standards Australia published AS 3825:2020 Procedures and devices for the removal, containment and disposal of scalpel blades from scalpel handles to replace the 1998 version, AS/NZS 3825:1998. The revised 2020 Standard has expanded the recommendations for scalpel blade removal devices, to better address the range of devices now commercially available.

We are excited to present our recipe for a ‘no-melt ice-cream’ for people on texture modified diets! Check out the video below for the easy and cost-effective preparation of an IDDSI Level 4 ice-cream using SUSTAGEN® HOSPITAL FORMULA.

Is your finger on the pulse when it comes to defibrillators? As it currently stands, in Australia, aged care facilities such as retirement villages and nursing homes are not legally obliged to install defibrillators on-premises.

Choosing the best gloves for your environment isn’t as simple as it used to be. There is more choice and technology than ever before. Let us guide you through the options and encourage you to make assessing your choice of glove one of your 2020 resolutions!

What to consider when choosing a steriliser

Check out this article writen by Daniel Johnstone, our in house equipment expert. Daniel’s experience allows him to provide you with accurate, practical and reliable information.