News (extended archive)
TPCH nurses take their compassion to the Kokoda Trail
A team of Intensive Care Unit (ICU) nurses from The Prince Charles Hospital (TPCH) recently completed a nine-day trek across the Kokoda Track in Papua New Guinea.
Taking action early to identify cognitive decline in family members
Identifying and treating cognitive decline in elderly patients can often be tricky and at the time, difficult to reveal for many reasons.
Australian honours help reunite doctor and patient after 20 years
The unexpected reunion of a world-renowned doctor and former patient after more than 20 years is helping drive an exciting new focus in sepsis research at The Prince Charles Hospital.
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.
Kindness key to inclusive health care
A simple display of kindness during a health care visit can make a big difference to a person's entire health care experience.
What’s the deal with melioidosis?
Explainer article on Melioidosis.
Food as Fuel to Power Patient Recovery
Every day of the year, the RBWH food services and dietetics teams work hard to meet the nutritional and dietary needs and preferences of patients.
Caboolture nurses first in Metro North to join groundbreaking endoscopy training
Two Caboolture Hospital nurses have been selected as the first in Metro North Health to join the Queensland Nurse Endoscopist Training Program, marking a major step forward in nurse-led models.
Old school skills and compassion for cancer care patients
A group of community-minded primary school students are giving up their lunch breaks to help cancer patients at Redcliffe Hospital.
Luke’s family story of resilience and hope
In the lead up to Father’s Day, RBWH Physiotherapist, Luke Berridge, shares his dad’s story of resilience and hope following a life-altering accident.
Metro North Health Builds Connections with Kabi Kabi Traditional Owners
A meaningful meet and greet event, hosted by Metro North Health, was held with the Kabi Kabi Traditional Owners at the Maroochy River Golf Club.
Artificial Intelligence trial underway for radiologists at RBWH
Artificial Intelligence-powered medical imaging software is currently being trialled in the Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital.
Behind the scenes of RBWH food services
The food services team at RBWH recently opened the kitchen doors for a look at what it takes to produce thousands of meals each day.
RBWH groundbreaking prostate cancer clinical trial
An Australia-first Phase-2 clinical trial of a new prostate cancer treatment, Actinium-225 PSMA, is underway at RBWH, offering new hope to end-stage metastatic prostate cancer patients.
Genetic Health Queensland celebrates 30 years
Genetic Health Queensland is celebrating 30 years of helping Queenslanders find answers to life-affecting health questions
Metro North Health Chief Executive announces retirement
Today, Metro North Health Chief Executive Adjunct Professor Jackie Hanson announced her retirement after 47 years in the public health sector. Metro North Health Board Chair Bernard Curran expressed his gratitude to Jackie for her service to health.
Choose the healthcare option that’s right for you
In addition to hospital emergency departments, you can access healthcare advice and treatment close to home, or even without leaving the house!
Hydrostatic pressure casting technology allowing patients to regain mobility faste
A new form of casting technology introduced at RBWH is allowing patients requiring a prosthetic to regain mobility and independence faster.
RBWH becomes first public facility in Australia to offer NanoKnife treatment for prostate cancer
RBWH has recently become Australia’s first and only publicly funded facility to offer a program for the NanoKnife procedure for prostate cancer.
More than 1,000 new car parking spaces added to Herston Health Precinct
A new multi-storey car park has opened at the Herston Health Precinct providing 1165 additional car parking spaces for patients, visitors and health workers.
Artworks create culturally safe spaces at STARS
To create a more culturally safe space, STARS recently installed artworks featuring a design by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artist, Elaine Chambers-Hegarty throughout the facility.
A million-dollar record for patient care and world-leading research
On Wednesday 11 June, the RBWH Foundation held their annual Giving Day which was celebrated across the RBWH and STARS. The event raised a record-breaking $1,014,000!
Small changes, big impact
The Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital (RBWH) has recently introduced its first stoma-friendly bathroom, creating a more inclusive environment for patients.
JP volunteers helping patients and staff
Faye has been volunteering at Redcliffe Hospital for more than 14 years. As a JP at the hospital, her services are in high demand.
Redcliffe Hospital’s leading role in post-ICU recovery
Redcliffe Hospital is taking a leading role in Post-ICU care in Australia with a dedicated clinic to reduce symptoms of Post Intensive Care Syndrome (PICS). The clinic helps patients readjust to their lives after an ICU stay, which can cause long term physical, emotional and cognitive symptoms impacting their daily life.