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New research highlights importance of balancing mental health with pregnancy advice
New research has examined whether advice for pregnant women to sleep on their sides is causing anxiety.
Caboolture Hospital Outpatient Services Department Imaging review – Update #4
Metro North Health has completed its Caboolture Hospital Outpatient Services Department Imaging review.
HBI and Churchill Fellowship recipient share 3D printing expertise
Herston Biofabrication Institute is sharing its 3D surgical modelling expertise with visiting Churchill Fellowship recipient Dr Peter Metherall.
Premmie baby Finley thriving in Caboolture Hospital’s new Neonatal Unit
Baby Finley is receiving care closer to home at the newly opened Caboolture Hospital Neonatal Unit
Metro North has skin in the game of new research
New world-first research at the University of Queensland (UQ) has seen researchers successfully grow fully functioning human skin in a laboratory, thanks to funding from Metro North Health.
Caboolture Hospital Outpatient Services Department Imaging review – Update #2
Caboolture Hospital has identified a gap in how Specialist Outpatient Department imaging results were recorded and shared, and we’re taking proactive steps to address it.
Measles Alert for locations in Brisbane & Sunshine Coast
Metro North Public Health Unit (MNPHU) is reminding community members of the importance of vaccination following notification of a confirmed case of measles in Brisbane.
Help shape the future of Metro North and RBWH cancer care services
Community members are being invited to contribute to the future of cancer care services for Australia’s largest public health service.
A new laser procedure at STARS has patients seeing better days
The introduction of the YAG laser at STARS will allow patients with posterior capsule opacification (PCO) to have their vision restored.
What’s the deal with melioidosis?
Explainer article on Melioidosis.
Allied Health Research Symposium
Date: 17 February 2026
Time: 8:00am-4:00pm
Venue: Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital Education Centre, Herston, Queensland, 4029
Metro North Health and Metro South Health are pleased to invite you to its second Allied Health Research Symposium.
Advanced Life Support - Level 2
Date: 19 – 20 February 2026
Time: TBC
Venue: The Prince Charles Hospital
2-day course focusing on developing advanced skills in managing the deteriorating patient and cardiac arrest
Advanced Life Support - Level 1 Course
Date: 11 March 2026
Time: TBC
Venue: The Prince Charles Hospital
Level 1 courses are for those clinicians who want general competence in airway management and basic life support for a deteriorating patient and cardiac arrest. Suitable if you normally are part of team rather than the lead.
Advanced Life Support - Level 1 Course
Date: 11 March 2026
Time: TBC
Venue: The Prince Charles Hospital
Level 1 courses are for those clinicians who want general competence in airway management and basic life support for a deteriorating patient and cardiac arrest. Suitable if you normally are part of team rather than the lead.
Advanced Life Support - Level 1 Course
Date: 15 April 2026
Time: TBC
Venue: The Prince Charles Hospital
Level 1 courses are for those clinicians who want general competence in airway management and basic life support for a deteriorating patient and cardiac arrest. Suitable if you normally are part of team rather than the lead.
Advanced Life Support - Level 1 Course
Date: 26 August 2026
Time: TBC
Venue: The Prince Charles Hospital
Level 1 courses are for those clinicians who want general competence in airway management and basic life support for a deteriorating patient and cardiac arrest. Suitable if you normally are part of team rather than the lead.
Advanced Life Support - Level 1 Course
Date: 9 September 2026
Time: TBC
Venue: The Prince Charles Hospital
Level 1 courses are for those clinicians who want general competence in airway management and basic life support for a deteriorating patient and cardiac arrest. Suitable if you normally are part of team rather than the lead.
Advanced Life Support - Level 1 Course
Date: 16 September 2026
Time: TBC
Venue: The Prince Charles Hospital
Level 1 courses are for those clinicians who want general competence in airway management and basic life support for a deteriorating patient and cardiac arrest. Suitable if you normally are part of team rather than the lead.
Advanced Life Support - Level 2
Date: 15 - 16 October 2026
Time: TBC
Venue: The Prince Charles Hospital
2-day course focusing on developing advanced skills in managing the deteriorating patient and cardiac arrest
Advanced Life Support - Level 2
Date: 19 - 20 November 2026
Time: TBC
Venue: The Prince Charles Hospital
2-day course focusing on developing advanced skills in managing the deteriorating patient and cardiac arrest
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The engineering crew at Caboolture Hospital are known as the 'quiet problem-solvers,' and are responsible for keeping equipment safe for patients, often without anyone even noticing. 🔨🪚
Trade manager of Carpentry Neil likens the work of the trades, engineers and maintenance crews in his team as the backbone of hospital operations.
"A hospital isn't just doctors and nurses, there will always be a need for infrastructure and skilled labour," shares Neil.
"Their expertise ensures that every clinical team can focus on what matters most — patient care.”
A vacancy exists for an Apprentice Carpenter at the Caboolture Hospital. If you want to know more about this exciting opportunity, check out the Smart Jobs link in the comments 🤗
smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobtools/jncustomsearch.viewFullSingle?in_organid=14904&in_jnCounter=2230950...
Neil you are a legend, and you are rocking that shirt!!
Never met a nicer guy , his team are amazing.I was very privileged to have worked along side these guys , their work was always outstanding.
Neilo! Absolute legend
Well said! Absolute legends! 🫶🏻
Love your work Neil, a real gent and fantastic colleague 🥰
Appreciate all that Neil and his team do for us. Definitely the quiet achievers. 😊
We definitely can not do our job without these guys 🥰
Applications close today
Baby Finley's start to life may have been rocky, but his move closer to home was made easier thanks to Caboolture Hospital and the new neonatal unit.
In line with World Prematurity Day yesterday, we are pleased to report that baby Finley is doing well after being born at just 29 weeks, and went home recently!
Finley spent more than nine weeks at RBWH, where he received CPAP and oxygen support. He was then transferred to Caboolture Hospital's rooming-in rooms recently, where he continued to develop and grow. 🐣
“My car was broken, so I was getting public transport between Caboolture and Brisbane every day,” Finley's Mum Clare said.
“Finley’s Dad was struggling to see him due to work commitments, but when he came here, he could see him a lot more.
“The nurses are amazing and right there when we need them, and to now have support so close to home means everything.” 🩷
For more details about the Neonatal Unit at Caboolture, read the full story here: metronorth.health.qld.gov.au/news/neonatal-unit-finley
A beautiful story. So proud of Clare and Josh and very happy they are finally all home together .
That’s beautiful daughter
Yay Finley!! 😍😍
Being deaf or hard of hearing is a struggle when you’re in a hospital setting, but consumer representatives like Cody are here to lend a helping hand! 👋
Cody is a change maker who was born deaf, and wears hearing aids to communicate. He is passionate about ensuring deaf people have access to services regardless of their identity.
“Deafness is not a disability, but a cultural identity,” Cody says. 👂
“I’ve been with Metro North Health in Caboolture for five years and have been a disability advocate for ten, making sure deaf and hard of hearing people are able to communicate effectively.”
What a true gentleman!!!
So great Cody! Love your work 🙌
Fantastic Cody keep up the great work.
Cody gave us Auslan training a few months ago, absolute legend!! 👋🏻 👋🏻
Great to see you Cody Lee Skinner
Could we connect sometime Cody? I am a social worker and disability advocate.
What a great video of signing Auslan sign language 🤟
What a great video of signing Auslan sign language 🤟
Hello Where can I learn Auslan signs ?
Allanah Nichol, sick is different sign from class 😣