News (extended archive)
Thongs of Kindness
As part of its annual ‘Kindness in July’ initiative Caboolture and Kilcoy Hospitals set out to collect 250 pairs of thongs to help rural and remote patients access care for the ‘Walk a mile in my thongs’ program.
Hospital in the Home shares patient experience
A new Hospital in the Home video has been developed for patients and clinicians to showcase the ease and benefit of being cared for in their own home.
Brisbane supports Sony You Can centre
Brisbane puts its best bid forward to raise $375,000 for the RBWH Sony You Can centre
Remembering the legacy of forced adoption
Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital (RBWH) has unveiled a plaque and honoured the people who campaigned to raise awareness of forced adoption practices that were once prevalent throughout Australia.
Redcliffe recognises combined 2,425 years of service!
Redcliffe Hospital today recognised 180 team members for their long and dedicated service to patients and healthcare in Queensland.
CF research in running for Eureka Prize
Congratulations to Professor Scott Bell and colleagues from the CF Air team who are finalists in Australia’s leading science awards, the 2018 Australian Museum Eureka Prizes.
QuARRIES celebrate initiative and excellence
Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital celebrated the 2018 QuARRIES Day of Excellence with an incredible number of nominations, winners and attendees.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Family Fun Day to mark NAIDOC Week
A fantastic family fun day was held at St Columban’s College in Caboolture as part of Metro North Hospital and Health Service NAIDOC Week Celebrations (8-15 July 2018).
Robotic surgery giving hope to prostate cancer patients
In a world first trial, Australian researchers have found that robotic-assisted prostatectomy is providing equal outcomes for urinary and erectile function to open prostatectomy.
Measles alert for Brisbane
Metro North Public Health Unit (MNPHU) has confirmed a case of measles in a child from North Brisbane.
Redcliffe Hospital a finalist in IHF awards
Redcliffe Hospital has made the finals of the 2018 International Hospital Federation (IHF) Awards, which honour innovations and outstanding achievements in the healthcare industry around the world.
Research mixes perinatal mental health treatment with equine therapy
A perinatal mental health nurse with a passion for horses has been recognised for her innovative research exploring how equine therapy can support the mental health of perinatal mothers.
A hidden disease in new clinics’ sights at Caboolture
An innovative new health clinic has been set up at Caboolture to tackle Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) which is often a hidden illness that affects many locals.
You Can fight cancer at new hub at RBWH
Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk today announced the centre is set to open in early 2019 thanks to a $1.8 million donation from Sony Foundation and a $500,000 funding commitment from the Palaszczuk Government to support adolescents and young adults aged 15 to 25 undergoing cancer treatment.
Construction underway on $340 million public health facility
Construction has begun on a state-of-the-art public health facility as part of the $1.1 billion Herston Quarter redevelopment.
Team Kilcoy take Hospital of Origin honours
Team Kilcoy were carried home on the shoulders of adoring fans after dominating the competition in the inaugural Metro North Hospital of Origin.
Healthy future for new North Lakes’ trainees
Two high school students have kick started their health careers at the North Lakes Health Precinct.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Family Fun Day to mark NAIDOC Week
A family fun day will be held at St Columban’s College in Caboolture as part of Metro North Hospital and Health Service NAIDOC Week Celebrations (8-15 July 2018).
Record breaking funding grant powers vital lung research
A record breaking funding grant of $5.1 million from The Prince Charles Hospital Foundation is driving vital research into chronic lung disease.
Transplant recipient gears up to make history
Kate Phillips is gearing up to make history by becoming the world’s first double organ recipient to compete in an iron man championship.
RBWH bringing care closer to home for prostate cancer patients
An Australian-first trial underway in Brisbane is aiming to better detect prostate cancer and revolutionise care for thousands of Queenslanders diagnosed each year.
Nurses recognised for excellence
Six nurses and three nursing teams from The Prince Charles Hospital have been recognised for their outstanding contribution to health care at the hospital’s annual Nursing Excellence Awards.
Metro North conquers Darkness to Daylight Challenge
Trading a night’s sleep for a good cause, a team of 25 Metro North staff completed the annual Darkness to Daylight Challenge at Southbank Parklands.
Research Excellence Awards 2018 announced
Brilliant research happens every day across Metro North, and our research community was recognised last night at the 2018 Research Excellence Awards.
Expo 88 miracle baby
Rachelle was born at just 27 weeks 30 years ago. She came back to Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital for a very special reunion.