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RBWH Foundation grants support extraordinary projects to improve patient outcomes at RBWH and STARS
In July, RBWH Foundation awarded their second round of grants for 2024. The successful projects reflect the depth of innovative and patient-centred work occurring across the Herston Health Precinct.
Rhonda retires after 52 years of nursing
Rhonda Purtill will soon be closing the chapter on her 52-year long nursing career.
Virtual reality and education for low back pain
Combining education and virtual reality gameplay using a cognitive behaviour therapy approach improves pain and pain-related fear of movement, researchers at STARS have found.
Bronchiectasis clinic helping patients breathe easier
A new bronchiectasis clinic at TPCH is providing patients with integrated medical and physiotherapy care to help effectively manage their chronic condition.
Joint research project breathes new life into nurse life support training
A research project between Caboolture Hospital and the University of the Sunshine Coast is breathing new life into basic life support training for clinical staff.
Kids Pain Collaborative at Redcliffe Hospital
Clinicians from Redcliffe Hospital’s Emergency Department are working with university researchers to develop an improved model of pain management in children.
Specialist infusion services added to Caboolture, Kilcoy and Woodford service offering
Patients requiring infusions and transfusions can soon access the new Bribie Island Satellite Hospital Day Medical Transfusion Services.
Using artificial intelligence for polyp detection in colonoscopy
Researchers at STARS are investigating whether the use of artificial intelligence can improve the detection rates of polyps in colonoscopy.
Accolades come thick and fast for rapid access elderly care
The accolades and acknowledgement of the important work being delivered by the Rapid Access to Community Care (RACC) service keep coming thick and fast.
Green Metro North takes home sustainability gong at Queensland Health Excellence Awards
Metro North Health has been acknowledged for its sustainability excellence at the 2024 Queensland Health Excellence Awards.
Mum’s knowing advice foreshadows Aoifou’s compassionate care
You don’t have to talk to Gannet House’s Aoifou Fili for too long to understand why she was awarded the Metro North Health Assistant in Nursing for 2024.
Belonging baskets handcrafted with care for hospital patients
A community group from Tweed Heads has crafted 56 patchwork ‘belonging baskets’ for patients in The Prince Charles Hospital’s mental health units.
Henry brings his knowledge of both Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures to STARS
Identifying as both Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australian, Henry has joined STARS as the Cultural Capability Officer.
Why do hospital falls happen and how can we prevent them?
Falls in hospital can lead to extended stays. There are some practical strategies bedside nurses can implement to prevent falls.
Breakthrough for diabetes foot ulcer sufferers in the form of an app
A new mobile phone app developed by clinicians and researchers at The Prince Charles Hospital (TPCH) and QUT in consultation with patients is assisting with improved home-management of diabetic foot ulcers, and reducing the risk of serious complications.
Celebrities, smiles and celebrations as biggest ever Giving Day smashes target
On 12 June the RBWH Foundation held their most successful Giving Day, raising over $750,000, well in excess of the original $600,000 target.
TPCH junior doctor takes out 30 under 30 title
The Prince Charles Hospital orthopaedic surgery Principal House Officer Helena Franco can now add a prestigious Forbes 30 under 30 title to her list of achievements.
Taking pride in creating welcoming open spaces
Across Metro North Health facilities an amazing team of gardeners takes pride in ensuring that our lawns and gardens are welcoming and immaculate.
Comas explained by Dr Townsend
Can a patient dream or hear things while in a coma?
Improving safety of kidney biopsies at the Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital
A study at Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital (RBWH) is aiming to reduce the risk of bleeding during kidney biopsy procedures and improve patient outcomes.
The apology that started a movement
It has been 15 years since the RBWH became the first hospital in Australia to apologise for the practice of forced adoption, triggering a nation-wide movement.
Ashleigh and Luke, mental health change makers
Metro North Perinatal Mental Health team helps to improve health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander mothers and birthing parents.
Best exercises to do for health and longevity
What are the best exercises for health and longevity? The exercises you will actually do and keep doing.
Logistics plays a key place in keeping our health facilities running
A career in retail management and procurement has led Chris Frew to develop a supply hub across community and oral health facilities in Metro North.