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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.
What is obstetric medicine and why is it important?
You probably know what an obstetrician does, but do you know the role of an obstetric medicine specialist?
Caboolture midwife supporting women through life’s biggest moments
Caboolture Hospital midwife Alyce is passionate about supporting women as they adjust to life as a new mother.
Maintaining memory with dignity
Preserving a good memory is a common health concern for people as they grow older.
Redcliffe’s SWIFT solution gets patients home sooner
At Redcliffe Hospital, a multidisciplinary clinical team is on duty each weekend, making sure patients don't need to wait until Monday to go home.
Transforming communication in classrooms through research and innovation
Caboolture Hospital paediatric speech pathologist Kate Jones is exploring new ways to strengthen communication between Australian primary school students and their educators.
RBWH remembers trailblazing cancer care volunteer
RBWH has unveiled a memorial to honour pioneering Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cancer support worker Maureen Kirk.
New service supports patients transitioning from hospital to home
Caboolture Hospital is the first site in Queensland to deliver a combined discharge support service for both medical and surgical patients.
Six pregnancy myths midwives hear every day
RBWH midwife shares the top six most common pregnancy and birth myths she hears in her role.
A look inside Queensland Health’s only statewide drug and alcohol support service
The Hospital Alcohol and Drug Service (HADS) at the Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital (RBWH) is Queensland Health’s only statewide public inpatient detox unit.
Why do I feel exhausted after a good night sleep?
If you’ve ever woken up from a seemingly good night’s sleep feeling exhausted, you might have wondered whether there is a deeper underlying issue at play.
Improve your daily dose of doze
Sleep experts estimate that 3 in 4 Australians are struggling to get a good night’s sleep which is becoming increasingly recognised as a pillar of good health.
Healthy ageing service helping the elderly get out and about
A unique service which supports older persons address aged-related medical conditions and improving personal capabilities and mobility is seeing great results for Moreton Bay residents.
New school dental van facelift’s an eye catcher
A new fun dental van wrap is bringing smiles to our young patients at many state schools across Brisbane north and Moreton Bay. Pictured here are students Ruby, Frankie, Ava and Johnny.
What infectious disease specialists wish people knew about antibiotics
RBWH Infectious Disease specialist explains the risks and benefits of antibiotics and how to take them safely.