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Measles alert for Brisbane
Metro North Health and Metro South Health have been notified about a measles infection in Brisbane.
Central Foot Hub highlighting the power of collaboration and bridging a critical gap in care
Since its launch in February 2024, the Hub has achieved significant outcomes, including over 500 occasions of service.
‘A profound desire to give back’: SOAR peer-to-peer burns support program an Australian first
Phoenix SOAR is a program of the US Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors, offering one-to-one peer support to burn survivors and their family/carers.
Anna brings significant value to community wound care patients
Nurse practitioners continue to play an important part in the delivery of high-quality care to the community, especially for complex wound and stoma conditions.
Redcliffe Hospital’s leading role in post-ICU care
The Redcliffe Hospital Post-ICU follow-up clinic is pioneering care of this type in Australia to help manage cases of Post Intensive Care Syndrome in patients.
Redcliffe Hospital says thanks to its volunteers.
Redcliffe Hospital recently held its annual Christmas lunch to thank its army of volunteers for another year of outstanding service.
RBWH anaesthetics debuts reverse recycled artwork
A new artwork is on display at RBWH, made of almost 10,000 pieces of plastic waste from operating theatres.
Dance Rehab celebrates Christmas at STARS
Dance Rehab, an innovative therapeutic dance program for patients undergoing rehabilitation at STARS, took on a Christmas theme for the last session of 2024.
Redesigning ophthalmology care at STARS
Metro North patients will benefit from a 12-month trial of a new referral process which will increase the number of people eligible for cataract surgery at STARS.
Palliative care angels supporting the needs of under 65s and their families
Having a loved one diagnosed with a terminal illness is tragic at any age, but if the person is under 65, it creates additional difficulties for patients and their family.
A little corner of the Royal set aside to ensure that after 44 years of service, Barb won’t be forgotten
A plaque commemorating her years of service to the Royal can be found outside the Main Entrance to RBWH – in the green space now aptly known as ‘Barb’s Garden’.
New team of experts improving care for sick kids at Caboolture Hospital
Four new paediatric experts will support improved care at Caboolture Hospital
Transforming residential aged care through virtual and cinematic technologies and experiences
Virtual, robotic and cinematic technologies and experiences are at the forefront of residential aged care now being delivered and trailed at Cooinda House.
Rehabilitation Engineering Centre ‘elf’ Alan set to retire after almost 34 years
After almost 34 years with Queensland Health, 18 of those with the Rehabilitation Engineering Centre, one of workshop’s ‘elves’, Alan Bateman is retiring.
Physiotherapy cadetship provides headstart for Grace
For physiotherapy cadet Grace Newton getting practical hands-on patient care experience has been the best way to learn and provided an invaluable insight into her career pathway.