Aged care staff speak out about medicine concerns

Simon’s bedside table filled with medication to treat his cluster headaches.

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Researchers and health workers say the problem goes far beyond anti-psychotic drugs for patient sedation and it needs urgent addressing.


An investigation by SBS News has uncovered widespread concerns about the use of medication in aged care homes across the country.

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