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Book lovers at STARS appreciate reading trolley run by volunteers
Patients at STARS are now able to enjoy a good book courtesy of a new reading trolley service, an initiative of the STARS Staff Council.
Dementia choir proves a hit with their first ever public concert
Around 150 concert goers were treated to an engaging and highly moving musical performance as part of the first ever Bright ‘N’ Sparks dementia choir concert recently.
‘The family test’: Why fire safety should be front-of-mind for all workers
Not only is fire training mandatory, there are plenty of good reasons to keep up to date.
Debbie at the forefront of helping Norfolk Island community access care
A clear ability to identify solutions is helping Clinical Nurse Consultant Debbie Jones streamline services for Norfolk Island residents.
Redcliffe Hospital Staff allied in celebrating success
Staff at Redcliffe Hospital marked World Allied Health Professions Day with an awards ceremony.
Awards success shines spotlight on the critical role of fathers in obstetrics
Metro North’s Associate Professor Alka Kothari was honoured at the recent Women in Technology Awards for her ground-breaking research and advocacy work to improve care for families during pregnancy and
The return of Race to the Roof
After a four-year hiatus, the very popular Race to the Roof recently returned, with participants taking on the 288 steps of the Ned Hanlon Building.
New health navigation service supports First Nations communities in Moreton Bay
A new culturally safe health navigation service has begun in Moreton Bay to support First Nations people better negotiate their health journey.
Caboolture Hospital brings Diwali to patients with special menu
The staff in Caboolture Hospital’s ward 3C brought Diwali to 80-year-old patient, Usha Patel.
Research study highlights complexities of ICU environment
A qualitative research study by the Critical Care Research Group (CCRG) at The Prince Charles Hospital (TPCH) has explored issues experienced by staff in the intensive care setting as part of a project to improve the intensive care unit (ICU) environment.
Occupational therapists provide boost for Palliative Care
Metro North has been allocated $3.5 million in new palliative care funding, which commenced July 2024.
Research aims to improve menopause journey for women in the workplace
Understanding the effects of menopause for women in the workplace is a strong focus for Caboolture Hospital physiotherapist Helen Edwards.