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How to keep safe during a heatwave
South East Queensland is currently experiencing heatwave conditions.
Debbie at the forefront of helping Norfolk Island community access care
A clear ability to identify solutions is helping Clinical Nurse Consultant Debbie Jones streamline services for Norfolk Island residents.
Redcliffe Hospital Staff allied in celebrating success
Staff at Redcliffe Hospital marked World Allied Health Professions Day with an awards ceremony.
Stoma study shows importance of exercise to avoid complications
A Metro North Health feasibility study has shown that people living with a post-surgery stoma should undertake an abdominal exercise program to improve quality of life to reduce further complications.
STARS clothing program ensures patients are dressed for rehab success
STARS have recently launched a dedicated patient clothing program, ‘Dignity at STARS’ after receiving funding for the initiative from the RBWH Foundation in July.
Redcliffe Hospital clinicians train for safer patient transfers
Emergency Department staff from Redcliffe Hospital recently joined with Queensland Ambulance Service paramedics to learn how to quickly and safely transfer critically ill patients.
Symposium celebrates Redcliffe research excellence.
Staff, academic and community partners come together to recognise and celebrate the diversity and quality of research happening at Redcliffe Hospital.
HBI engineers modelling patient-focussed care as they lend skills to Queensland surgery colleagues
HBI engineers modelling patient-focussed care as they lend skills to Queensland surgery colleagues
Staying healthy in smoky conditions
Signs of smoke irritation include itchy eyes, sore throat, runny nose and coughing. Generally, once away from smoke these symptoms will clear up but people with asthma, heart disease and other conditions may be more sensitive to smoky conditions.
‘Food is medicine’: Fun and friendly competition during Malnutrition Awareness Week helps promote important message
The aim of the week was to empower all members of the health care team to prioritise nutrition as part of a patient’s care.
Transforming consumer and community involvement in research
A new research project aims to highlight the importance of consumer partnerships in research by ensuring they are genuine and impactful.
Teaching social media literacy to contextualise what we see online
Psychologist Bri and Occupational Therapist Carmen from the Queensland Eating Disorder Service shed light on comparison culture and offer valuable advice for protecting young people’s mental health.
Multiple agencies team up with RBWH for realistic training simulation
The RBWH recently hosted a Multi-agency Trauma Training Simulation exercise, in collaboration with QAS and the QPS, that was a first of its kind for Queensland.
Herston Health Precinct Symposium grows ever larger
That success was reflected in a high turnout across the three days – and a buzzing Education Centre.
How to actually ask someone if they’re OK, and how to respond if they’re not
A step-by-step guide on how to go about checking on someone, and how to help them if they need it.
Mental Health research symposium award winners announced
The 2024 Metro North Mental Health (MNMH) Research Symposium was a success with three highly-coveted awards won.
Deadly Start graduate wins double at Queensland Training Awards
Deadly Start school-based trainee Charlotte did not imagine that her hard work, dedication, and commitment would lead to her accomplishments being recognised at a State level.
Does antibiotic delivery method improve health outcomes?
Could the simple step of changing the way antibiotics are delivered – by administering a continuous dose daily rather than more frequent standard doses – result in significantly improved patient outcomes for patients with sepsis?
Co-designed patient videos provide accessible nutrition information for patients
A patient care initiative led by STARS Dietitian Hannah Olufson is improving access to reliable nutrition information by creating patient information videos, thanks to funding from the RBWH Foundation.
What is whooping cough and why is it dangerous for babies?
Queensland is currently experiencing a surge in cases of pertussis, at a rate of 9.5 times the year-to-date average.
Choose the healthcare option that’s right for you
In addition to hospital emergency departments, you can access healthcare advice and treatment close to home, or even without leaving the house!
RADAR RR grant to provide hospital level care at home
The Residential Aged Care District Assessment and Referral Rapid Response (RADAR RR) has received a grant to embed its successful model providing emergency department equivalent acute care in the home.
Working together for our jarjums
Metro North Health have partnered with Koobara Kindergarten to provide opportunistic healthcare access that encompasses holistic wellbeing for jarjums (children) and their families.
Dr Cameron Mackay wants you to think differently about plastic surgery
He and his team are endeavouring to rejuvenate Plastic Surgery Services at the Royal to ensure the department evolves and adapts to demand.
John makes sure Fit Testing is not a ‘hair raising’ experience.
John performs a very important role at TPCH, providing Fit Testing for staff to ensure they have the correct size and brand of mask/respirator for their individual face.
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After surviving a life-changing burn injury and spending six weeks in RBWH, patient Susan was determined to give back to others who have a similar experience.
With the launch of the Phoenix SOAR program, burn survivors at RBWH now have access to one-on-one peer support from people who truly understand their journey. It provides a safe, judgment-free space for patients to share their feelings and fears. 🤗
"Doctors and nurses provide the medical care, but SOAR workers offer a unique perspective, having faced the emotional and physical challenges of burn recovery themselves,” Susan said.
#ShoutoutSaturday to Susan, Dr Lynne and the burns team at RBWH.
Dr Lynne does excellent work with burns survivors Love your work 😊
Love this initiative The psychological is as important as the physical healing
Fantastic work Dr Lynne Heyes. They’re very lucky to have you on board. 🙂
Clinical Nurse Consultant Laura, Doctor Stuart, and Clinical Nurse Emma are the team behind Redcliffe Hospital's pioneering Post-ICU Follow-up Clinic. 🏥
“Post-ICU Syndrome can affect patients physically, emotionally, and cognitively. Our clinic is here to help them reclaim a meaningful life after ICU," said Laura.
The only permanently funded service of its kind in Australia, the clinic offers critical post-care, supporting patients months after their ICU stay through in-person visits or telehealth. The team works closely with allied health professionals and GPs to ensure comprehensive care.
Now expanding to include patients from Caboolture and RBWH, Redcliffe’s clinic is becoming a vital service for all Metro North ICU patients. 💙
Thank you Laura, Stewart and Emma for the important work you do and for being a pilot service that can be rolled out to other hospitals. Great to see the service in action with Minister for Health Tim Nicholls MP recently.
Thank God for the team at Redcliffe Hospital ICU or my son would no longer be here. 🙏
I thought ICU step down to ward teams who discharge and follow up. How does this team avoid duplication of service from discharge teams follow-ups?
Dr Stuart is an amazing doctor!!!! Redcliffe is ICU is lucky to have him!
A great initiative 👏 well done to the team. This would be a very rewarding service to be in and the support improving the patient journey beyond ICU. Mater public ICU had an ICU follow up Nurse to support both patients and ward staff, which was a much needed and wonderful support to all.
Very good idea, this will create more positive awareness in community. Additionally community will assist to improve ICU care/services by giving feedback.
What an awesome initiative. Redcliffe is leading the way on many fronts. Well done.
Thank you ICU @ Redcliffe for keeping me alive.
The ICU team are amazing
Dr Stuart is an amazing Doctor
Amazing work Laura!!
This is brilliant and would love to see this service elsewhere
Amazing team that works there love ❤️ seeing them every day 🤗
Great initiative...well done Redcliffe Hosp
What a great team.
Well done Laura!
What a great service. Well done
The care from ICU at Redcliffe is second to none, and I received a call from the team about post ICU syndrome. A very good follow up for those that need it. I'm still unsure, as I'm still in the middle of all my health stuff, but good to know it's there if needed. Also, thanks for saving my life 💪
Super proud of you and the important work you do, Laura Amy!!! 🤩🤩🧡
This is amazing. Fantastic work team
Fantastic 👏👏
Excellent work team!
Amazing work team
So proud of you Stuart Baker xx
Fantastic work!! 🙌🙌
RBWH oncologist Dr Matt has been described as a 'guardian angel' for his patient Craig, who is now living cancer-free after battling a rare form of aggressive, inoperable bowel cancer.
Craig was not due to make it through to Christmas 2021, but now just enjoyed Christmas 2024 in remission thanks to his care at RBWH and Dr Matt's plan to trial an immunotherapy treatment named Pembrolizumab.
Previously used in melanoma treatment, the trial of the drug gave Craig back his life and can now be used to treat a variety of cancers.
"The drug takes away the immune system's ability to hide from cancer, so the body can now see the cancer and kill it - this patient is now living his life again," Dr Matt said. 💛
Congratulations Craig all the best for the future 🙂 My Dad is also cancer free from Stage 4 Melanoma after 11 months of this amazing immuno treatment Keytruda back in 2015 he was offered a trial. Dad is currently 9 years cancer free and has recently been told he also in remission. We can not thank his Cancer Care team at RBWH enough for their care through Dads journey over the years. It was a very scary start with the unknown but under the care of Dr Eastgate, Dr Ben Chua, the oncology nurses he is now only having 12 month check ups with Dr Thaker at North Lakes. Anyone else on this journey hang in there. There is light at the end of the tunnel 🫶
RBWH Oncology/Radiation/Haematology Teams are the best in Qld and loved working with them all..
Thanks Dr Matt. You oversaw my husbands cancer treatment and were wonderful.
The best Dr and team RBWH Oncology Unit are amazing.
Fabulous oncologist! Thank you for all that you do. 🙏🏼 Congratulations Craig! Keep strong 👼
A fantastic Dr and a great person!
Amazing doctor! Amazing person!
Brilliant Drs and nurses in oncology RBWH, thankyou for all you do
Metro North Health Has this been used for localised & or metastatic prostate cancer.
Great News, immunotherapy treatments seem to be offering all kinds of alternate treatments for cancer patients with matastatic cancers.
Great work Dr Burge, congratulations Craig
Dr Burge, Thank You for all you do! Dr Burge was my Oncologist too & I cannot speak highly enough of him 🙌💛 what an incredible difference he makes to so many lives!
Legend! 👏. Should be front page news. Thank you Dr Matt
Love you Dr Matt. You take great care of my Mum….Helen Hogan
Inspirational a blessing from God to bring along Dr Matt & give hope to Craig!✝️🌈
Not all heroes wear capes 😉 Well Done Dr Matt 💪 Congratulations Craig 🥳
The oncology team at the RBWH is amazing!
That’s wonderful news Too many have been lost to terrible forms of cancer
A great story of success for Dr Matt and Craig.
Brilliant 🩷
Dr Burge is the best!!
Wow what a great mind ! Dr Matt.
You legend!!
Phenomenal 🙌🏻
Awesome work
Congratulations to Frances and the RBWH trauma team for winning Best Medical Oral Presentation at the 2024 Trauma Conference! 🎉
Frances’ research found that 8% of rib fracture patients still require opioids two years post-admission. The study identified key factors like gender, age, and prior opioid use, and will guide future research on pain management and collaboration with community prescribers.
Frances also received the UQ Critical Care Research Award for this impactful work.
Big shoutout to this team for their commitment to advancing trauma care. ❤️🩹
Metro North Health I’d love to read the study! Could you please post the DOI or Title?
woohoo!! go team 👏🏽
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Persistent pelvic pain affects around 15-25% of women. But what causes the pain? Senior Registrar Philipa and Gynaecology Consultant Nadine from RBWH chat through it with us. 👩⚕️
"Pelvic pain can have many causes, but when it comes to persistent or chronic pelvic pain, common conditions include endometriosis, vulvodynia, dysmenorrhoea (painful periods), vaginismus, irritable bowel syndrome, pelvic floor dysfunction, and painful bladder syndrome," says Philipa.
"A lot of people put pressure on having a diagnosis such as endometriosis, however it's important to remember that any pelvic pain is serious and there are lots of different ways to help manage this pain," says Nadine.
Contact your GP or gynaecologist for advice if you experience these symptoms, who can help you explore further and refer you to specialists if needed.
Love your work ladies! Thank you for your dedication to women's health ✨
Amazing doctors 👏👏👏
Go Nadine!! 🥳🥳
Breanna Heineger she did your c section!!!
Appreciate your noble work 🎉💐💐