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Toxxic trend sweeping social media set to have ‘max’ health impacts
Looksmaxxing, Healthmaxxing, T-maxxing - heard of them? If you have, then be aware they could be causing you secret harm! Dietitian Helen unpacks the exxhausting and dangerous social trends.
A lifetime dedicated to caring for others
After 42 years of nursing, Katrina Kalmar is retiring, ending a remarkable career spent entirely within Metro North Health.
The doctor who became the patient
Dr Steven Hocken was preparing for his final anaesthetic exams when he was diagnosed with metastatic bowel cancer bringing new perspective to the way he delivers health care.
RUBIE to the rescue of sick and premature babies
Critically ill and premature babies will reach specialised care faster with the launch of Queensland’s first neonatal emergency vehicle, donated by national charity Running for Premature Babies.
Even in Brisbane, Winter Can Affect Your Mood – Here’s Why
Feeling the winter blues as days get shorter and the temperature drops? Psychologist Henry Close explains what’s behind seasonal mood dips and how to manage them.
‘Below 10,000 feet’ education at STARS examines the impact of noise in theatre
Taking lessons from aviation on the impact noise can have on the theatre setting for both staff and patients.
Advance care planning brings meaning and purpose
Becoming an Advance Care Facilitator is a natural and meaningful progression for former community palliative care nurse Casey Padovan.
Patient Initiated Follow Up putting patients first at STARS
STARS ENT patients will be offered a new pathway empowering them to request a follow up outpatients specialist appointment when required.
When lives change in seconds, RBWH social workers step up
RBWH’s hard working emergency medical and nursing staff are supported by a range of other professions, including a dedicated 24/7 team of highly skilled social workers.
The men’s health symptoms that shouldn’t be ignored
Throughout the Australian population, men’s health issues are increasing, largely driven by rising rates of obesity, chronic conditions and lifestyle choices.
Every step matters on RBWH’s reconciliation journey
RBWH Cultural Capability Officer, Yvonne O'Neill encourages all Australians to take time to reflect this National Reconciliation Week
New medical imaging service coming to Brighton Health Campus
The Brighton Health Campus is preparing for one of its most significant infrastructure projects in recent years, with a new medical imaging department in development.
New survivor network provides support for people recovering from major injury
The new Major Injury Survivors and Support Community (MISC+) at RBWH is supporting patients and families who have suffered traumatic injury and are navigating the complexity of recovery.
Electrolytes: essential nutrient or expensive trend?
Electrolyte supplementation is gaining popularity on social media, but do most people need a daily serve of electrolytes, or is it just an expensive wellness trend?
RBWH pharmacist unpacks the social media peptide hype
A fast-growing social media trend promoting injectable peptides is prompting warnings from health professionals who say many of these products are unregulated, poorly understood, and potentially dangerous.