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RBWH patient defies odds
The school pick-up run on Friday 31 July 2020 was one to remember for Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital (RBWH) patient Adam Freeman. After seven months in hospital, the 37-year-old father of four was finally able to greet his three sons at the school gate alongside wife Amy and daughter Makayla.
Prostate cancer patients at RBWH receive the best possible care thanks to Dry July
Prostate cancer patients at #RBWH are now receiving support from the wonderful Natasha, an expert nurse in prostate cancer, all thanks to funding from last year’s Dry July campaign.
Savannah receives the gift of life
Savannah Fretwell is not your usual 16-year old. While most 16-year old girls are thinking about clothes and sleepovers with friends, Savannah Fretwell is thinking about how much she enjoys just being able to breathe easily again, thanks to the generosity of a complete stranger.
Digital technology and service improvements to dental care
Vulnerable people have access to improved oral health services thanks to the implementation of digital x-ray and service improvements
Brighton enhancements and community focus continues strong vision for care
Healthcare investment in the Brighton Health Campus has continued with significant improvements made to existing infrastructure, community services and patient care.
RBWH says goodbye to trailblazing midwife
After 29 years and over 1000 births, much-loved midwife Karen Marshall has retired from Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital (RBWH).
RBWH midwife follows in grandmother’s footsteps
Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital Midwife Sonita Giudice’s career choice has always felt natural for her, however it was only recently that she discovered there may be a special reason why this is.
Australian Cardiology first gives Nadeane new lease on life
Interventional cardiologist duo Dr Karl Poon and Dr Dale Murdoch had just 10 seconds to save the life of patient Nadeane Giles in a complex Australian-first heart procedure at The Prince Charles Hospital.
Free breast cancer screening returning to Kilcoy
Kilcoy women are encouraged to put their health first and book a two-yearly breast screen while the service is in the area.
New Mental Health Short Stay Unit opens at Caboolture Hospital
People in the Moreton Bay region now have better access to mental health services closer to home.
Young mums and bubs program provides a helping hand
An early intervention program in Caboolture is providing young mothers with the support they need to provide their children with the best possible start in life.
COVID-19 (coronavirus) – Queensland Health update
Queensland Health has provided advice on COVID-19 (coronavirus).
Lendlease appointed as Managing Contractor for Caboolture Hospital redevelopment projects
The project will deliver 130 more beds and expanded services with a mixture of new buildings and refurbished existing facilities, including a new Clinical Services Building and multi-storey car park.
From hospitality to hospital: TPCH Kitchen Supervisor Joan sweetens patients’ stays
Joan Fernandes has spent the past 32 years in some of the world’s largest kitchens, spanning hotels and famous pastry shops in India, the UK and Australia. But one stands out – the 120-person The Prince Charles Hospital (TPCH) kitchen.
Metro North has risen to the challenge
Comprising clinicians, engineers, designers, manufacturers, health regulators, and government and academic experts, together this team has harnessed the power of digital modelling, 3D printing and injection moulding to boost the PPE supply chain.
Fake email – COVID-19
An email is circulating on social media and across the community contains incorrect information on COVID-19.
Better Together Health van unveiled to help close the gap on health outcomes
A new Better Together Health van unveiled today is set to provide more convenient access to health care information for members of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community in Brisbane’s north.
Improving strength in older adults during periods of restricted weight-bearing
For older adults, being confined to bed due to a serious trauma can quickly lead to reduced muscle strength and function. #ThinkyThursday
Family therapy for adults with eating disorders
Family-based therapy is an important element in treating adolescents with eating disorders, but there is not a lot of literature on the benefits for adults receiving treatment. #ThinkyThursday
Stunning new skin cancer immunotherapy treatment on trial
Treatment on trial! Senior Medical Oncologist Dr Brett Hughes is leading a new skin cancer treatment at RBWH and so far it’s had a positive response rate with patients. #ThinkyThursday
Getting the numbers right
If you’re a nerd for numbers you’ll love this week’s #ThinkyThursday! Biostatistician Anita works on around 20 projects at one time!. Click here to discover some incredible Metro North statistics.
Pink letter provides timely reminder of breast health
Women living in and around the northside of Brisbane will soon receive a pink letter from BreastScreen Queensland with an appointment date, time and place for their potentially life-saving breast screen.
App helps self pain management
Technology is rapidly changing healthcare and now it's helping people with chronic pain reduce their opioid use. #ThinkyThursday.
Leading trauma research and care
Working in the Swiss Alps taught JTI Director Professor Michael Schuetz a thing or two about fractures! Read more. #ThinkyThursday.
Improving nutrition in hip fracture patients
Did you know nutrition is crucial for patient recovery? Check out this #TPCH team who researching how to improve nutrition in hip fracture patients to decrease their length of stay, minimise treatment costs, and improve health outcomes.
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COVID-19 vaccinations kicked off at Metro North this week and clinical nurse immunisers like Mel have been working non-stop! 💉
"I've lost count of how many vaccines I've administered this week, but the hub itself has reached over 1,000!" she said.
"It's such a huge team effort, we have staff here from all over Queensland and from so many different disciplines ready to help in whatever way they can.
"I feel so privileged to be in one of the first groups to vaccinate and protect those in our community. Our patients have provided great feedback and it's wonderful to see everyone's hard work into setting up the hub pay off."
Join us in celebrating the work of Mel and all those working at the vaccination hub for #ShoutoutSaturday! 👏👏👏
Exciting news … it’s our very first #FeelgoodFriday with newborn twins! Rebekah, one of our very own enrolled nurses at Caboolture Hospital, gave birth to identical twin boys last week. 💕
Born at 36.2 weeks, Judah (2.5kg) and Asher (2.9kg) have spent the last 6 days in the Special Care Nursery (SCN) before spending the night with mum last night. This happy little family will head home today.
We wish Rebekah all the best as she settles in at home with her new little ones. 🏡🐣
Did you know that 31,000 blood donations are needed every week across Australia to help patients in need? 🩸 Registered nurse and midwife Tenash is such a regular blood and plasma donor, she can't even remember how many times she's done it!
"I know it's been at least 25 times, but honestly I've lost count!" she said.
"I work with sick babies and mums all the time, I know how important and life-changing these donations can be to patients and their families.
"Everyone who can should donate! You never know when someone near and dear to you could need it."
Australian Red Cross Lifeblood are calling for all existing and new donors to book a blood or plasma donation by visiting lifeblood.com.au or by calling 13 14 95.
#Caboolture Hospital’s Dr Emma Maguire is an emergency expert when it comes to snake bites, treating a number of patients each year when they’ve inadvertently crossed paths with one. 🐍 As the toxicology lead in her hospital, she’s responsible for making sure patients who present to the ED are okay and assessing whether they’ve been bitten or envenomed.
Not every bite will require antivenom, but in some cases it can be life-saving! Emma’s message is simple – if you think you've been bitten by a snake, put on a pressure bandage, immobilise the limb that's been bitten, and call 000 to get to the ED as quickly as possible. And please... don't bring the snake! 🚑
Birthday boy Krispin celebrated his special day yesterday by getting the COVID-19 vaccine! As the Director of Infectious Diseases at RBWH, he couldn't have been more excited to be one of the first to receive the vaccine. 💉🎈🍰
"On my birthday last year COVID-19 was starting to really ramp up and I was worried about what the year had in store for us," he said.
"But this year I got to celebrate my birthday as well as our vaccine rollout at Metro North! It was a great day and I can't wait to see the impact this will have in our communities as more and more Queenslanders get vaccinated."