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Vital role of AINs play in NICU research
When people think of medical researchers, they might picture a doctor, nurse or allied health professional. Many clinical trials rely on these healthcare professionals to make research happen, however, there are often other shining stars who play key roles behind the scenes.
Queensland rainforest plant could hold key to lung fibrosis treatment
Brisbane researchers at Metro North Health and Griffith University’s NatureBank have found a natural product derived from a Queensland rainforest tree that may hold the key to treating and reversing life-threatening lung diseases, including silicosis.
Deadly Start expands across the state to welcome 139 trainees
Metro North Health will today welcome a record 139 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students into the Deadly Start program as it expands across the State.
Research fellow to boost Oral Health evidence-based care
Metro North has established a dedicated research position focused on enhancing oral health practice and supporting more oral health research.
Improving access to healthcare in the prison environment
A new physiotherapy service has been trialled at Woodford Correctional Centre (WDFCC) to address some of the challenges prisoners face accessing healthcare.
Teledentistry study shows promise in residential aged care
A promising study of teledentistry in the residential aged care sector is expected to bring important advances in oral hygiene assessment and care for older adults with disability.
Staying healthy in smoky conditions
Residents of Bribie Island are advised to monitor their health during this week’s planned burn on the island.
New Helix Hub brings ideas to practice
Bringing game-changing ideas to life is often easier said than done. The new Metro North Helix Hub will guide change enthusiasts from idea inception to completion, with access to tools and resources, education, and expert advice.
RBWH’s NeoHOME Program celebrates milestone baby
A surprise baby is the one hundredth infant to participate in RBWH’s NeoHOME program. NeoHOME provides support from the Grantley Stable Neonatology team for eligible families to take their new family member home two to three weeks earlier than they previously could.
RBWH welcomes two Australia-first radiation systems
The RBWH Cancer Care team is excited to welcome two Australia-first radiation treatment systems to their unit, the Accuray Radixact Units.
Art and healing
There has long been an interest in the healing effects of the visual arts. In Florence Nightingale’s Notes on Nursing, published in 1859, she explains how beautiful objects can have a physical effect on sickness “Variety of form and brilliancy of colour in the object presented to patients are an actual means of recovery”.
Rehabilitation Engineering Centre helping patients get back in the game
The Rehabilitation Engineering Centre at STARS sees many patients requiring modifications to their wheelchairs such as customised seat and backrest fitting. Modifications are made while a patient waits which can take several hours, so an Xbox with an Adaptive Controller was introduced to entertain patients during this time.