News (extended archive)
Caboolture ICU part of Diabetic Ketoacidosis Trial
Caboolture Hospital will lead a new trial into fluid therapy for specific ICU patients thanks to a grant from the Emergency Medicine Foundation (EMF).
Sharing the benefits of pharmacy services in Sri Lanka
In 2009, Professor Ian Coombes, and his wife, Dr Judith Coombes, along with their three children, moved to Kandy, Sri Lanka for three months to teach at a public university.
Navigating healthcare together
When we talk about nurse navigation, it is a lot more than simply finding the right health service for a patient at the right time.
New expansion for The Prince Charles Hospital Emergency Department
The Short Stay Treatment Area within the Emergency Department at The Prince Charles Hospital has expanded its capacity this week, opening six additional beds.
Brighton Health Campus gardener recognised
Brighton Health Campus’s multi-award winner gardener and State Emergency Service (SES) Volunteer Ron Aquilina has been recognised for his service to the community.
Meet Geraldine Horan, Nurse Unit Manager at Halwyn House
Halwyn Centre Nurse Unit Manager Geraldine Horan has a special place in the hearts of Halwyn Centre residents and their families.
Research Symposium success for Redcliffe Hospital
Redcliffe Hospital’s latest Research Symposium has again showcased the depth and diversity of research and quality improvement activities underway at one of Queensland’s busiest hospitals.
Following your instincts is an important life lesson
Go with your gut instinct and don’t fear fear! This is one of the ways that Tessa Beale approaches her life.
RBWH Patient Molly celebrates four years in remission
For former Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital patient Molly, there is plenty to celebrate, marking her fourth year in remission with a visit from this year's Australian Idol winner, Royston
New blockbuster unveiled at Cooinda House
Some real-life stars and memorable movie characters attended a red-carpet gala event to premiere the new blockbuster at Cooinda House.
British doctor Ross embarks on a new chapter down under
For emergency medicine registrar Ross, the allure of Australia’s healthcare system, coupled with the country’s favourable living conditions, have landed the British export at Caboolture Hospital.
Caring for our community by being greener and cleaner
Metro North Health provides care to a community of almost 900,00 patients and families. Our business is people and our plan is to create a healthier, happier and more sustainable environment for our staff, patients and community.
New Rapid Access Hands Service
Patients requiring care for a hand injury can now access treatment earlier following the introduction of a new rapid access hand therapy service at The Prince Charles Hospital (TPCH).
A warm welcome to Redcliffe for new starters
Redcliffe Hospital welcomed sixteen new staff members this month – all joining the #IamRedcliffe team at an orientation session in the hospital's Education Centre.
New physiotherapy rapid access service brings quicker diagnosis for dizziness
The new Vestibular Physiotherapy Rapid Access Service enables patients who present to the hospital's emergency department (ED) with dizziness to be seen directly by specialised Advanced Vestibular Physiotherapists for timely assessment, and followed up as an outpatient within just a few days, thereby avoiding an overnight hospital stay.
STARS patient Nemani goes home after 187 days in hospital
Tin Can Bay local Nemani Ranuve has seen many milestones in the past 187 days in our care. From Christmas in a coma in RBWH ICU to his 21st birthday in the STARS rehabilitation ward – and now he’s ticked the big one off the list as he walked out the doors to go home.
STARS team collaborate for patients with a green thumb
When Ward 5A nurse unit manager Debbie Kerr and the nursing team had a vision to install garden beds on their balcony at STARS, Rehabilitation Engineering Team Leader Oliver Mason and the team from Rehabilitation Engineering were quick to jump in and help.
HBI Director inspires next generation
As a class of Clairvaux MacKillop students recently discovered, a career in medicine can look quite different these days.
Mums and bubs of Caboolture in good hands with newest graduates
It’s a full circle moment for one of Caboolture Hospital’s newest midwife graduates, Tahlia. Just one of the many nursing and midwifery graduates to secure their first preference within Caboolture Hospital’s graduate program, the mother-of-two is returning to where it all began.
Amplitude of opportunities for Caboolture physiotherapist Kelly
Kelly counts herself lucky to be gaining a wealth of experience at Caboolture Hospital in the many physiotherapy avenues on offer, especially women’s health.
Tahlia has her sights set on a 3D printing future
Biomedical education and research assistant, Isabel, is one of the Herston Biofabrication Institute’s (HBI) biggest advocates. The first of its kind, HBI is changing the way we approach medicine with 3D scanning, printing, modelling of bone, cartilage and human tissue and Isabel is eager to share that knowledge with the next generation.
Proud mum moment for Caboolture midwife student facilitator
It’s not just the new mother’s beaming with pride at Caboolture Hospital’s maternity ward.
Free app bridges language gap for patients
A free phone app developed in Australia is bridging the language gap between clinicians and patients who communicate in languages other than English.
Dancing with the STARS
Staff at STARS recently donned their leotards and tutus for Queensland Ballet led sessions demonstrating the therapeutic effects of dance.
My Health Now puts vital health information at fingertips
My Health Now is an easy-to-use form that helps you have your important health information in your hands when you need it most.