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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.
Managing stress for a healthier life
The start of a new year often brings fresh goals and motivation. But as the weeks go by, the pressures of every day life can leave people feeling overwhelmed.
Just steak on your plate? An expert reviews the carnivore diet trend.
From TikTok testimonials to Instagram transformation shots, the carnivore diet is having its moment right now, but experts warn of the risks of the extreme diet trend.
Race to the Roof run and won at Redcliffe
The annual race at Redcliffe Hospital sees clinicians and staff go head-to-head in a race up the staircase to the top of hospital’s main building.
300 deaths from influenza in Queensland last year, but three quarters of people hospitalised not vaccinated
Metro North Public Health Unit unpacks influenza data from last year, with a call to get vaccinated, especially if you're over 65 years of age.