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RBWH research aims to improve care for people with dementia
Special therapeutic activity kits designed to reduce the stress and trauma faced by people with dementia when presenting to hospital for emergency care will be tested as part of a new trial commencing at Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital in September.
Turning tide on deadliest cancer
#ThinkyThursday this week takes us to the team at #TPCH. Here, under Professor Kwun Fong’s leadership, they are working on a trial to detect lung cancer in early stages and are already saving lives!
Eat Walk Engage: a successful RBWH program helping patients stay mobile
#ThinkyThursday this week showcases Dr Alison Mudge. Since receiving the Clinician Research Fellowship, Alison has been able to take the next step with her research into delirium prevention.
International award for RBWH tele-cardiac investigation program
Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital’s (RBWH) world-first tele-cardiac investigation program has been awarded Best Technology at the European Society of Cardiology Congress.
Delving deeper into thyroid cancer, autoimmune thyroid disease and Graves’ disease
Introducing this week’s #ThinkyThursday Clinician Fellowship recipient Dr Don McLeod! Since receiving the Fellowship Dr McLeod has been able to delve deeper into the root causes and treatments of thyroid cancer.
Games-based Hearoes app sounds good
Audiologists at Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital (RBWH) have helped in the development of an Australian-first app that guides hearing impaired people through the new environment of sound, following a hearing implant.
Upgraded facility improves care for cystic fibrosis patients
An almost $3m upgrade to The Prince Charles Hospital (TPCH) is giving patients with cystic fibrosis the best and safest care during hospital stays. Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk said the new wards were up to the very best international standards, which was important for CF patients who may have to visit hospital frequently.
Deep brain stimulation gives Parkinson’s patients a new lease on life
Deep brain stimulation treatment for Parkinson’s Disease patients at Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital (RBWH) is giving a new lease on life to people who had lost all hope.
Exercise Boss Lift examines heart of military life
RBWH Executive Director David Rosengren, Director of Emergency and Trauma Centre Sean Rothwell and Director of Anaesthetics Kerstin Wyssusek were provided the opportunity to participate in the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) Boss Lift exercise as part of Operation Talisman Sabre.
Better Together plan launched at Metro North Caboolture NAIDOC Week Celebration
Australia’s largest public health service has launched its plan to improve Indigenous health outcomes at a community NAIDOC celebration today.
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23 September 2019
Everyone had a ball at our 3rd Metro North soccer tournament! Congratulations to the Metro North/RBWH Hawaii 5 Bros for taking home the trophy. A big shout out to Interim Seasiders for winning best cheer squad and The Pacemakers who won best dressed! See you next year! 🏆⚽️😊
21 September 2019
Local artist Terry Memory has donated some of his beautiful pieces to brighten the Physiotherapy reception at #RBWH. The art was gratefully accepted by Assistant Director of Physiotherapy Perry Judd and Senior Administrative Officer Colleen Yuile. Thanks Terry!
Hheh perry u r looking great 😘
Very kind
20 September 2019
A fantastic new study is kicking off at #RBWH this month to test special activity kits, including puzzles, playing cards and colouring in, to see if they’re helpful in preventing dementia patients from becoming distressed when visiting hospital for emergency care. #DementiaActionWeek This research is possible thanks to Rosemary Bryant Foundation
HESTA. Read more: bit.ly/2mrZvUx
Kathie Terkes you have something to do with this?
It's only for dementia patients? What about those stuck in the psychiatric ward with nothing to do?
18 September 2019
Our dedicated #RBWH food services staff like Pamela and Judith provide thousands of meals every day of the year at Queensland’s largest hospital. We’re looking for a Kitchen Coordinator to join this busy team. More details in the comments. #WorkforusWednesday
Our superstar workers. You are all appreciated and do a fantastic job each and every day....keep up the great work 👍👍👍👍👍👍
Well done, you are both amazing, I miss you all in the sandwich room in the mornings when we used to catch up for a laugh, love that you both are smiling while working, so proud of you & the wonderful team for always putting our patients first 😀
Well done girls Val and Dean
Looking great ladies .. and I know you make the best Sammie’s ever 😂😂😂
Memories of the good old sandwich room.
What a star Judith/Mel's Mum. Xx
Who else takes a better photo
Julie Field you should take this job and steal all the recipes for me 😂
It’s you Judith Paul
Nice shot Judith Paul
Sam N Archer
17 September 2019
#TeamRoyal going above the call of duty again today to raise funds to support Queenslanders affected by the recent bush fires. Go team #RBWH!
Super proud to be part of this team!
Great work guys 👏👍
Incredible job everyone!
What a great team!
What beautiful souls.
Wow you are all so amazing thank you
Awesome job
Well done 9BN. Great team. Values are definitely in action on that ward.
Awesome cupcakes!
Beautiful pic sista’s😘
Good on you all
Woo hoo xxx😍😍😍
Honorina Sambo Abdi