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Introducing Metro North’s new Disaster Recovery Team
The new Metro North Disaster Recovery Team has been established to provide psychosocial support to those affected by floods.
Dominic receives rare disease diagnosis ahead of annual day of awareness
Rare Disease Day, held annually on the last day of February, is a special day for 16-year-old Dominic, who celebrates his birthday and a diagnosis of his genetic condition in the same month.
Director of Nursing and Midwifery Andy Carter farewells RBWH
In his three years at the Royal, Andy Carter has watched with “huge pride and awe” as the hospital managed the pandemic, floods and surges in demand.
70 years since the first successful haemodialysis treatment
Nurse Unit Manager Pauline Nicholas, Dr Martin Wolley and the entire Metro North Health kidney health service recently celebrated 70 years since the first successful haemodialysis treatment in Australia
Taneal’s art therapy provides a welcome relief for cancer patients.
Internationally collected artist Taneal Barber is the founder of Operation Art, bi-monthly therapeutic and creative workshops held in the Sony You Can Centre at the RBWH.
Faster treatment for heart failure
Patients with heart failure can now access early treatment and avoid hospital admission following the introduction of a new Rapid Access Heart Failure Service at The Prince Charles Hospital (TPCH).
Boosting the careers of students
Education and Youth Engagement Coordinator Kyle Boccuzzi is passionate about helping young people begin their careers.
Why is there a surge in Ross River virus and what do you need to know if you’ve been infected?
Epidemic polyarthritis, commonly known as Ross River virus, is a disease spread by the bite of infected mosquitos.
Hydrostatic pressure casting technology allowing patients to regain mobility faster
A new form of casting technology introduced at RBWH is allowing patients requiring a prosthetic to regain mobility and independence faster.
A smile goes a long way
Kindness and a friendly smile have seen Redcliffe Hospital Acting Nurse/Midwife Educator Kate Ducrou recognised as the latest #IamRedcliffe Team of the Month winner.
Meet Michelle Stute, Allied Health Director STARS
Michelle Stute brings a wealth of experience to her new role as STARS Allied Health Director.
Caboolture Hospital offers new surgical technique closer to home
Moreton Bay residents can now access treatment for painful pilonidal cysts closer to home.