News (extended archive)
STARS five green star hospital performance rating
The Surgical, Treatment and Rehabilitation Service (STARS) located at the Herston Health Precinct has received a five green star performance rating by the Green Building Council of Australia (GBCA) for its excellence in building operations.
Caboolture mums starting well on parenting journey
Caboolture Mums and bubs are seeing improved health outcomes across the antenatal and postnatal journey, thanks to the Starting Well program run by Caboolture Hospital and Brisbane North PHN.
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.
Serving up Easter treats
Food Services at Redcliffe Hospital is working with the Easter Bunny again this year.
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.
Keeping staff safer at work
Joe Fiorello is Redcliffe Hospital's Occupational Violence Prevention Advisor - he's been helping make staff safer at work for more than 17 years.
Inspired by a Japanese story, school students fold 1,000 paper cranes for sick patients
Art students at Kelvin Grove State College have generously donated an inspiring work of art made of 1,000 folded paper cranes.
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
Research shows patients with burn injuries recover better if they are active. Here’s how RBWH’s burns unit is getting them moving.
Exercise programs, started as early as possible after burn injury have numerous benefits for patients, including improved lung capacity, skin flexibility and movement, muscle strength, and better mental health.
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.
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.
Healthy ageing service now in the HAART of Moreton Bay
A unique new service to support older persons addressing aged-related medical conditions and improving personal capabilities is seeing great results for Moreton Bay residents.
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.
Dr Emilia finds balance in a career in anaesthetics
Dr Emilia Reece is currently Acting Clinical Director of Anaesthetics, ensuring safe and high-quality care within procedural services at STARS.
Introducing Metro North’s new Disaster Recovery Team
The new Metro North Disaster Recovery Team has been established to provide psychosocial support to those affected by floods.
Dominic receives rare disease diagnosis ahead of annual day of awareness
Rare Disease Day, held annually on the last day of February, is a special day for 16-year-old Dominic, who celebrates his birthday and a diagnosis of his genetic condition in the same month.
Director of Nursing and Midwifery Andy Carter farewells RBWH
In his three years at the Royal, Andy Carter has watched with “huge pride and awe” as the hospital managed the pandemic, floods and surges in demand.
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
Taneal’s art therapy provides a welcome relief for cancer patients.
Internationally collected artist Taneal Barber is the founder of Operation Art, bi-monthly therapeutic and creative workshops held in the Sony You Can Centre at the RBWH.
Faster treatment for heart failure
Patients with heart failure can now access early treatment and avoid hospital admission following the introduction of a new Rapid Access Heart Failure Service at The Prince Charles Hospital (TPCH).
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.
A smile goes a long way
Kindness and a friendly smile have seen Redcliffe Hospital Acting Nurse/Midwife Educator Kate Ducrou recognised as the latest #IamRedcliffe Team of the Month winner.
Caboolture Hospital offers new surgical technique closer to home
Moreton Bay residents can now access treatment for painful pilonidal cysts closer to home.