News archive
Anzac Day a time of reflection for veteran Dr Elizabeth Rushbrook
For Dr Liz Rushbrook, Anzac Day is a time of commemoration as she reflects on her distinguished career with the Australian Defence Force.
Unlocking genetic mysteries
Genetic testing can provide answers for people with rare and inherited conditions.
Four very good reasons to get your flu vaccination
As we head into flu season, our experts highlight the risks of influenza, as well as the rewards of getting vaccinated.
Relishing her role in residential aged care
While only joining Cooinda House this year, enrolled nurse Jacinta McDonagh has relished the experience working in geriatric and complex care.
Collaborative falls program pilot benefits Metro North communities
A collaborative falls response program piloted in Brisbane’s Metro North and Metro South communities is showing truly ‘uplifting’ results so far.
New fellowship set to co-design resources to improve birth process for families
Redcliffe Hospital Senior Staff Specialist Associate Professor Alka Kothari is working to co-design resources that see more supports for fathers and partners during the birth process.
Allied health career pathways grow in community care
Metro North Health is offering new opportunities for new healthcare professionals, with Community and Oral Health now offering allied health graduate placements.
TPCH anaesthetists make a clinical sustainable switch for a greener future
The Prince Charles Hospital is Queensland’s first hospital, and the first large tertiary hospital in Australia, to decommission its use of reticulated nitrous oxide anaesthetic gas for environmental purposes.
Helping others a clear call for Beverley
our Metro North Oral Health Service Administrative Officer Beverley Sweeper is a very kind person who loves helping others.
Organisational skills key to dental assistant’s success
For many of us, the job we do and how we respond to challenges on a day-to-day basis can become second nature and easily navigable.
Hyperbaric supervisor Bob takes patients on a ‘deep dive’
After a decorated naval career, Bob Campbell is still using his diving skills as a senior hyperbaric chamber supervisor at Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital.
Regaining independence at the heart of care
Helping people regain and maintain their independence is at the heart of what inspires Senior Physiotherapist Erin Victor each and every day.
Taking ‘steps’ to improve your health
A Moreton Bay cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation program is continuing to change the lives of hundreds of patients suffering chronic respiratory or heart conditions each year.
Dementia choir provides positive ‘Spark’ for Neil and Belinda
For 92-year-old Neil Begley and his wife Belinda, the Bright ‘N’ Sparks Choir is having a lasting and positive effect on both their lives.
Pride in Metro North launch
Pride in Metro North Executive Sponsor Grant Carey-Ide welcomes the Pride in Metro North initiative and the support it will provide to the Metro North LGBTQIA+ community.
From pastry chef to nurse, Barry’s second career takes the cake.
Despite appearing worlds apart, Barry has found that his pastry chef career shares some similarities with being a health professional.
New choir brings joy of music to people living with dementia
Brisbane North’s first dementia choir is creating lasting memories and joy for carers, partners, friends and community members living with dementia.
It’s a walk in the park for Caboolture occupational therapist Katie
For Caboolture Hospital occupational therapist Katie, her career as a professional race walker comes in handy as she walks the hallways visiting and treating patients
The Rehabilitation Engineering Centre help Christopher to take to the sky
The Rehabilitation Engineering Centre at STARS assisted Christopher Hills in managing his cerebral palsy related pain so he could continue his work flying drones.
Staff Profile: Paul Justice
Paul Justice is part of the Metro North Mental Health Peer workforce, working as a Peer Assistant in DIR Recovery Support.
Inclusive approach brings out the best
Michelle is neurodiverse and celebrates her Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD) as her superpower. It often is. However, traditional job interviews have long been her kryptonite.
Kim’s a champion for diversity
Kim Walker is a champion for diversity.
Men’s shed join in to provide lasting memories for loved ones
The Sandgate and District Men’s Shed continues to play an important role in the care being provided to residents and longer-term patients through our community services.
70 years since the first successful haemodialysis treatment
Nurse Unit Manager Pauline Nicholas, Dr Martin Wolley and the entire Metro North Health kidney health service recently celebrated 70 years since the first successful haemodialysis treatment in Australia
Why is there a surge in Ross River virus and what do you need to know if you’ve been infected?
Epidemic polyarthritis, commonly known as Ross River virus, is a disease spread by the bite of infected mosquitos.
Media enquiries
Office hours: 8.00am-5.00pm
Phone: (07) 3647 9522
Email: metronorthnews@health.qld.gov.au