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Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital

Cnr Butterfield St and
Bowen Bridge Rd
HERSTON QLD 4029

Phone: (07) 3646 8111

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RBWH-PLS@health.qld.gov.au
Phone: (07) 3646 8216

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Can exposure to environmental toxins be linked to Parkinsons disease? RBWH Neurologist Dr Robert explains. 🧠

Parkinson’s disease is the second most common age-related degenerative brain disease, affecting around 1 in 50 people over 60.

Dr Robert says that research shows a growing connection between environmental toxins and an increased risk of developing Parkinson’s.

“Factors like pesticides, metals like manganese, solvents, and organic pollutants could elevate risk for those exposed but pinpointing a single cause is challenging,” he said. 

“Most cases arise from a complex interplay of genetics, environmental exposure, and other influences.
21 November 2024

Can exposure to environmental toxins be linked to Parkinson's disease? RBWH Neurologist Dr Robert explains. 🧠

Parkinson’s disease is the second most common age-related degenerative brain disease, affecting around 1 in 50 people over 60.

Dr Robert says that research shows a growing connection between environmental toxins and an increased risk of developing Parkinson’s.

“Factors like pesticides, metals like manganese, solvents, and organic pollutants could elevate risk for those exposed but pinpointing a single cause is challenging,” he said.

“Most cases arise from a complex interplay of genetics, environmental exposure, and other influences."
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Meet Kalem and Jordan, the brother duo leading fire safety at Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital! 🔥

Kalem recently joined his brother Jordan as a Fire Safety Advisor. Their roles are vital in helping staff understand fire safety procedures and ensure readiness in emergencies. 

With backgrounds in security, Kalem and Jordan have always been drawn to fire safety, inspired by watching the Fire Safety Advisory Unit in action. 🚨

“As a Protective Services Officer, I’d work with the Fire Safety Advisory Unit and always loved their focus on people’s safety,” says Kalem.

“When I had the opportunity to follow my brother and work here, I jumped at it.”

#ShoutoutSaturday to brothers Kalam and Jordan for leading fire safety at RBWH.
9 November 2024

Meet Kalem and Jordan, the brother duo leading fire safety at Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital! 🔥

Kalem recently joined his brother Jordan as a Fire Safety Advisor. Their roles are vital in helping staff understand fire safety procedures and ensure readiness in emergencies.

With backgrounds in security, Kalem and Jordan have always been drawn to fire safety, inspired by watching the Fire Safety Advisory Unit in action. 🚨

“As a Protective Services Officer, I’d work with the Fire Safety Advisory Unit and always loved their focus on people’s safety,” says Kalem.

“When I had the opportunity to follow my brother and work here, I jumped at it.”

#ShoutoutSaturday to brothers Kalam and Jordan for leading fire safety at RBWH.
... See MoreSee Less

Comment on Facebook

Happy for U Guys 😊👍

BIG Congratulations to you both on your well-deserved success! Continue God's Work, your truly an Inspiration to us & we are all so very Proud of you. Thank you for keeping us all Safe ❤️ Love Mum xo

Well done team!

So proud of you Jordan 👏🏻

Thank you lads 👏

I think I’ve seen those faces around before 😂.

Love having B1 & B2 around! Congratulations guys!

Stay safe fellas.

We miss you lads at CabH!! All the best 🤘

B1 & B2

Nice job boys!!

Oi look out! My boys are all grown up 😂. Kicking goals gents!

Love your work lads

YTB 👌👌

Awesome work

Oh I love this. ❤️ Great work Jordy . Kurtis Gee

Kalam 😂 Ngakita

💙💙

🤙🏾🤙🏾🤙🏾

Noice! 👍🙌

Way to go USOs.. 👌🏾🤙🏾

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Curious about prenatal testing? Chorionic Villus Sampling (CVS) is a quick, two-minute test for early genetic screening in pregnancy, typically done before 16 weeks. It involves taking a small tissue sample from the placenta to check for chromosomal abnormalities, genetic conditions, and more. 🧬🤰

CVS and Amniocentesis are the two main diagnostic tests offered in pregnancy. CVS is generally done earlier, while Amniocentesis, which is usually a bit more accurate, is done after 16 weeks.

Dr Alexa, an Obstetrician in Maternal Fetal Medicine at RBWH, explains. Prenatal testing gives women and their families the power to make informed decisions about their pregnancy.

There are myths that CVS testing is unsafe for babies and can lead to miscarriage, Dr Alexa reassures that this side effect is very rare.

 “Many people see online that CVS has a one in 100 chance of miscarriage, but the real risk is closer to one in 800, and it’s limited to the first three days post-test.”
8 November 2024

Curious about prenatal testing? Chorionic Villus Sampling (CVS) is a quick, two-minute test for early genetic screening in pregnancy, typically done before 16 weeks. It involves taking a small tissue sample from the placenta to check for chromosomal abnormalities, genetic conditions, and more. 🧬🤰

CVS and Amniocentesis are the two main diagnostic tests offered in pregnancy. CVS is generally done earlier, while Amniocentesis, which is usually a bit more accurate, is done after 16 weeks.

Dr Alexa, an Obstetrician in Maternal Fetal Medicine at RBWH, explains. "Prenatal testing gives women and their families the power to make informed decisions about their pregnancy."

There are myths that CVS testing is unsafe for babies and can lead to miscarriage, Dr Alexa reassures that this side effect is very rare.

“Many people see online that CVS has a one in 100 chance of miscarriage, but the real risk is closer to one in 800, and it’s limited to the first three days post-test.”
... See MoreSee Less

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Three images of patients and artist renderings
Building better
health services
for our community
The more than $1.1 billion Queensland
Cancer Centre will be a purpose built,
150-bed facility that provides cutting-edge
care and research. Find out more.
Masks are encouraged here...
Masks are an important defence against respiratory illness and protection from dust and other airborne hazards.
Need the Emergency Department?
Try the Virtual Emergency Care Service first.

Reset

Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital

Cnr Butterfield St and
Bowen Bridge Rd
HERSTON QLD 4029

Phone: (07) 3646 8111

#Nextcare Health Conference - Click for more information and to register

/ MetroNorthHHS

Comments Box SVG iconsUsed for the like, share, comment, and reaction icons
Can exposure to environmental toxins be linked to Parkinsons disease? RBWH Neurologist Dr Robert explains. 🧠

Parkinson’s disease is the second most common age-related degenerative brain disease, affecting around 1 in 50 people over 60.

Dr Robert says that research shows a growing connection between environmental toxins and an increased risk of developing Parkinson’s.

“Factors like pesticides, metals like manganese, solvents, and organic pollutants could elevate risk for those exposed but pinpointing a single cause is challenging,” he said. 

“Most cases arise from a complex interplay of genetics, environmental exposure, and other influences.
21 November 2024

Can exposure to environmental toxins be linked to Parkinson's disease? RBWH Neurologist Dr Robert explains. 🧠

Parkinson’s disease is the second most common age-related degenerative brain disease, affecting around 1 in 50 people over 60.

Dr Robert says that research shows a growing connection between environmental toxins and an increased risk of developing Parkinson’s.

“Factors like pesticides, metals like manganese, solvents, and organic pollutants could elevate risk for those exposed but pinpointing a single cause is challenging,” he said.

“Most cases arise from a complex interplay of genetics, environmental exposure, and other influences."
... See MoreSee Less

Meet Kalem and Jordan, the brother duo leading fire safety at Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital! 🔥

Kalem recently joined his brother Jordan as a Fire Safety Advisor. Their roles are vital in helping staff understand fire safety procedures and ensure readiness in emergencies. 

With backgrounds in security, Kalem and Jordan have always been drawn to fire safety, inspired by watching the Fire Safety Advisory Unit in action. 🚨

“As a Protective Services Officer, I’d work with the Fire Safety Advisory Unit and always loved their focus on people’s safety,” says Kalem.

“When I had the opportunity to follow my brother and work here, I jumped at it.”

#ShoutoutSaturday to brothers Kalam and Jordan for leading fire safety at RBWH.
9 November 2024

Meet Kalem and Jordan, the brother duo leading fire safety at Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital! 🔥

Kalem recently joined his brother Jordan as a Fire Safety Advisor. Their roles are vital in helping staff understand fire safety procedures and ensure readiness in emergencies.

With backgrounds in security, Kalem and Jordan have always been drawn to fire safety, inspired by watching the Fire Safety Advisory Unit in action. 🚨

“As a Protective Services Officer, I’d work with the Fire Safety Advisory Unit and always loved their focus on people’s safety,” says Kalem.

“When I had the opportunity to follow my brother and work here, I jumped at it.”

#ShoutoutSaturday to brothers Kalam and Jordan for leading fire safety at RBWH.
... See MoreSee Less

Comment on Facebook

Happy for U Guys 😊👍

BIG Congratulations to you both on your well-deserved success! Continue God's Work, your truly an Inspiration to us & we are all so very Proud of you. Thank you for keeping us all Safe ❤️ Love Mum xo

Well done team!

So proud of you Jordan 👏🏻

Thank you lads 👏

I think I’ve seen those faces around before 😂.

Love having B1 & B2 around! Congratulations guys!

Stay safe fellas.

We miss you lads at CabH!! All the best 🤘

B1 & B2

Nice job boys!!

Oi look out! My boys are all grown up 😂. Kicking goals gents!

Love your work lads

YTB 👌👌

Awesome work

Oh I love this. ❤️ Great work Jordy . Kurtis Gee

Kalam 😂 Ngakita

💙💙

🤙🏾🤙🏾🤙🏾

Noice! 👍🙌

Way to go USOs.. 👌🏾🤙🏾

View more comments

Curious about prenatal testing? Chorionic Villus Sampling (CVS) is a quick, two-minute test for early genetic screening in pregnancy, typically done before 16 weeks. It involves taking a small tissue sample from the placenta to check for chromosomal abnormalities, genetic conditions, and more. 🧬🤰

CVS and Amniocentesis are the two main diagnostic tests offered in pregnancy. CVS is generally done earlier, while Amniocentesis, which is usually a bit more accurate, is done after 16 weeks.

Dr Alexa, an Obstetrician in Maternal Fetal Medicine at RBWH, explains. Prenatal testing gives women and their families the power to make informed decisions about their pregnancy.

There are myths that CVS testing is unsafe for babies and can lead to miscarriage, Dr Alexa reassures that this side effect is very rare.

 “Many people see online that CVS has a one in 100 chance of miscarriage, but the real risk is closer to one in 800, and it’s limited to the first three days post-test.”
8 November 2024

Curious about prenatal testing? Chorionic Villus Sampling (CVS) is a quick, two-minute test for early genetic screening in pregnancy, typically done before 16 weeks. It involves taking a small tissue sample from the placenta to check for chromosomal abnormalities, genetic conditions, and more. 🧬🤰

CVS and Amniocentesis are the two main diagnostic tests offered in pregnancy. CVS is generally done earlier, while Amniocentesis, which is usually a bit more accurate, is done after 16 weeks.

Dr Alexa, an Obstetrician in Maternal Fetal Medicine at RBWH, explains. "Prenatal testing gives women and their families the power to make informed decisions about their pregnancy."

There are myths that CVS testing is unsafe for babies and can lead to miscarriage, Dr Alexa reassures that this side effect is very rare.

“Many people see online that CVS has a one in 100 chance of miscarriage, but the real risk is closer to one in 800, and it’s limited to the first three days post-test.”
... See MoreSee Less

Comment on Facebook

Nice one Lex!

Load more

Masks are encouraged here...
Masks are an important defence against respiratory illness and protection from dust and other airborne hazards.
Need the Emergency Department?
Try the Virtual Emergency Care Service first.

Reset

Cnr Butterfield St and
Bowen Bridge Rd
HERSTON QLD 4029

Phone: (07) 3646 8111

#Nextcare Health Conference - Click for more information and to register

Latest news


More news

Events


More events

/ MetroNorthHHS

Comments Box SVG iconsUsed for the like, share, comment, and reaction icons
Can exposure to environmental toxins be linked to Parkinsons disease? RBWH Neurologist Dr Robert explains. 🧠

Parkinson’s disease is the second most common age-related degenerative brain disease, affecting around 1 in 50 people over 60.

Dr Robert says that research shows a growing connection between environmental toxins and an increased risk of developing Parkinson’s.

“Factors like pesticides, metals like manganese, solvents, and organic pollutants could elevate risk for those exposed but pinpointing a single cause is challenging,” he said. 

“Most cases arise from a complex interplay of genetics, environmental exposure, and other influences.
21 November 2024

Can exposure to environmental toxins be linked to Parkinson's disease? RBWH Neurologist Dr Robert explains. 🧠

Parkinson’s disease is the second most common age-related degenerative brain disease, affecting around 1 in 50 people over 60.

Dr Robert says that research shows a growing connection between environmental toxins and an increased risk of developing Parkinson’s.

“Factors like pesticides, metals like manganese, solvents, and organic pollutants could elevate risk for those exposed but pinpointing a single cause is challenging,” he said.

“Most cases arise from a complex interplay of genetics, environmental exposure, and other influences."
... See MoreSee Less

Meet Kalem and Jordan, the brother duo leading fire safety at Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital! 🔥

Kalem recently joined his brother Jordan as a Fire Safety Advisor. Their roles are vital in helping staff understand fire safety procedures and ensure readiness in emergencies. 

With backgrounds in security, Kalem and Jordan have always been drawn to fire safety, inspired by watching the Fire Safety Advisory Unit in action. 🚨

“As a Protective Services Officer, I’d work with the Fire Safety Advisory Unit and always loved their focus on people’s safety,” says Kalem.

“When I had the opportunity to follow my brother and work here, I jumped at it.”

#ShoutoutSaturday to brothers Kalam and Jordan for leading fire safety at RBWH.
9 November 2024

Meet Kalem and Jordan, the brother duo leading fire safety at Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital! 🔥

Kalem recently joined his brother Jordan as a Fire Safety Advisor. Their roles are vital in helping staff understand fire safety procedures and ensure readiness in emergencies.

With backgrounds in security, Kalem and Jordan have always been drawn to fire safety, inspired by watching the Fire Safety Advisory Unit in action. 🚨

“As a Protective Services Officer, I’d work with the Fire Safety Advisory Unit and always loved their focus on people’s safety,” says Kalem.

“When I had the opportunity to follow my brother and work here, I jumped at it.”

#ShoutoutSaturday to brothers Kalam and Jordan for leading fire safety at RBWH.
... See MoreSee Less

Comment on Facebook

Happy for U Guys 😊👍

BIG Congratulations to you both on your well-deserved success! Continue God's Work, your truly an Inspiration to us & we are all so very Proud of you. Thank you for keeping us all Safe ❤️ Love Mum xo

Well done team!

So proud of you Jordan 👏🏻

Thank you lads 👏

I think I’ve seen those faces around before 😂.

Love having B1 & B2 around! Congratulations guys!

Stay safe fellas.

We miss you lads at CabH!! All the best 🤘

B1 & B2

Nice job boys!!

Oi look out! My boys are all grown up 😂. Kicking goals gents!

Love your work lads

YTB 👌👌

Awesome work

Oh I love this. ❤️ Great work Jordy . Kurtis Gee

Kalam 😂 Ngakita

💙💙

🤙🏾🤙🏾🤙🏾

Noice! 👍🙌

Way to go USOs.. 👌🏾🤙🏾

View more comments

Curious about prenatal testing? Chorionic Villus Sampling (CVS) is a quick, two-minute test for early genetic screening in pregnancy, typically done before 16 weeks. It involves taking a small tissue sample from the placenta to check for chromosomal abnormalities, genetic conditions, and more. 🧬🤰

CVS and Amniocentesis are the two main diagnostic tests offered in pregnancy. CVS is generally done earlier, while Amniocentesis, which is usually a bit more accurate, is done after 16 weeks.

Dr Alexa, an Obstetrician in Maternal Fetal Medicine at RBWH, explains. Prenatal testing gives women and their families the power to make informed decisions about their pregnancy.

There are myths that CVS testing is unsafe for babies and can lead to miscarriage, Dr Alexa reassures that this side effect is very rare.

 “Many people see online that CVS has a one in 100 chance of miscarriage, but the real risk is closer to one in 800, and it’s limited to the first three days post-test.”
8 November 2024

Curious about prenatal testing? Chorionic Villus Sampling (CVS) is a quick, two-minute test for early genetic screening in pregnancy, typically done before 16 weeks. It involves taking a small tissue sample from the placenta to check for chromosomal abnormalities, genetic conditions, and more. 🧬🤰

CVS and Amniocentesis are the two main diagnostic tests offered in pregnancy. CVS is generally done earlier, while Amniocentesis, which is usually a bit more accurate, is done after 16 weeks.

Dr Alexa, an Obstetrician in Maternal Fetal Medicine at RBWH, explains. "Prenatal testing gives women and their families the power to make informed decisions about their pregnancy."

There are myths that CVS testing is unsafe for babies and can lead to miscarriage, Dr Alexa reassures that this side effect is very rare.

“Many people see online that CVS has a one in 100 chance of miscarriage, but the real risk is closer to one in 800, and it’s limited to the first three days post-test.”
... See MoreSee Less

Comment on Facebook

Nice one Lex!

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Three images of patients and artist renderings
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for our community
The more than $1.1 billion Queensland
Cancer Centre will be a purpose built,
150-bed facility that provides cutting-edge
care and research. Find out more.

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