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Four very good reasons to get your flu vaccination
As we head into flu season, our experts highlight the risks of influenza, as well as the rewards of getting vaccinated.
New fellowship set to co-design resources to improve birth process for families
Redcliffe Hospital Senior Staff Specialist Associate Professor Alka Kothari is working to co-design resources that see more supports for fathers and partners during the birth process.
TPCH anaesthetists make a clinical sustainable switch for a greener future
The Prince Charles Hospital is Queensland’s first hospital, and the first large tertiary hospital in Australia, to decommission its use of reticulated nitrous oxide anaesthetic gas for environmental purposes.
Hyperbaric supervisor Bob takes patients on a ‘deep dive’
After a decorated naval career, Bob Campbell is still using his diving skills as a senior hyperbaric chamber supervisor at Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital.
Pride in Metro North launch
Pride in Metro North Executive Sponsor Grant Carey-Ide welcomes the Pride in Metro North initiative and the support it will provide to the Metro North LGBTQIA+ community.
Serving up Easter treats
Food Services at Redcliffe Hospital is working with the Easter Bunny again this year.
From pastry chef to nurse, Barry’s second career takes the cake.
Despite appearing worlds apart, Barry has found that his pastry chef career shares some similarities with being a health professional.
Keeping staff safer at work
Joe Fiorello is Redcliffe Hospital's Occupational Violence Prevention Advisor - he's been helping make staff safer at work for more than 17 years.
It’s a walk in the park for Caboolture occupational therapist Katie
For Caboolture Hospital occupational therapist Katie, her career as a professional race walker comes in handy as she walks the hallways visiting and treating patients
The Rehabilitation Engineering Centre help Christopher to take to the sky
The Rehabilitation Engineering Centre at STARS assisted Christopher Hills in managing his cerebral palsy related pain so he could continue his work flying drones.
Staff Profile: Paul Justice
Paul Justice is part of the Metro North Mental Health Peer workforce, working as a Peer Assistant in DIR Recovery Support.
Inclusive approach brings out the best
Michelle is neurodiverse and celebrates her Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD) as her superpower. It often is. However, traditional job interviews have long been her kryptonite.
Kim’s a champion for diversity
Kim Walker is a champion for diversity.
Why is there a surge in Ross River virus and what do you need to know if you’ve been infected?
Epidemic polyarthritis, commonly known as Ross River virus, is a disease spread by the bite of infected mosquitos.
A smile goes a long way
Kindness and a friendly smile have seen Redcliffe Hospital Acting Nurse/Midwife Educator Kate Ducrou recognised as the latest #IamRedcliffe Team of the Month winner.
Beat the heat with what you eat
When it’s hot, we feel less hungry, but research tells us that our body’s hunger hormones and signals don’t change, so it’s important to still eat in the heat.
Holiday care options
Holiday accidents and illnesses happen.
From virtual care to the Emergency Department, we have you covered.
How to keep safe during a heatwave
South East Queensland is currently experiencing heatwave conditions.
Santa comes to Redcliffe
Santa has paid a visit to Redcliffe Hospital, with some help from Raise it for Redcliffe and local radio station Bridge FM.
Redcliffe Hospital celebrates Teams of the Month
Redcliffe Hospital is celebrating its Central Sterilising Department and Theatre Bookings team.
Redcliffe thanks volunteer chaplains
Redcliffe Hospital has said thank you to its team of dedicated volunteer chaplains with a special morning tea for Pastoral Care Week.
Community raises $200k for Redcliffe
Redcliffe Hospital Giving Day has raised more than $200,000, thanks to the hard work and generous support of hospital staff and the Peninsula community.
More research at Redcliffe thanks to fellowship grants
Redcliffe Hospital dietitian Alyce Nissen has over ten years' experience working with surgical patients in her profession, and she knows better than most that the healthier a patient is before surgery, the easier and faster their recovery will be.
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.
Research Symposium success for Redcliffe Hospital
Redcliffe Hospital’s latest Research Symposium has again showcased the depth and diversity of research and quality improvement activities underway at one of Queensland’s busiest hospitals.
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Brothers Gary, Keith and Darryl from Redcliffe Hospital have mum to thank for their nursing careers this International Nurses Day. 🥰
The three local brothers work in different areas of nursing - Keith a nursing director for medicine services line, Darryl a clinical nurse and Gary the NUM of ICU - with all agreeing that Mum's caring nature led them toward a career in nursing.
"Mum always encouraged and supported our decisions. She had interacted with the health system a lot herself and we grew interest from an early age," Keith said.
"Our fathered passed away early at 47, Gary and I were at university doing nursing at this point leaving Mum as our go to person, Darryl followed later – Mum has been our Rock."
Thanks to all the mothers and mother figures and to all the wonderful nurses today. ♥️
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![Brothers Gary, Keith and Darryl from Redcliffe Hospital have mum to thank for their nursing careers this International Nurses Day. 🥰
The three local brothers work in different areas of nursing - Keith a nursing director for medicine services line, Darryl a clinical nurse and Gary the NUM of ICU - with all agreeing that Mums caring nature led them toward a career in nursing.
Mum always encouraged and supported our decisions. She had interacted with the health system a lot herself and we grew interest from an early age, Keith said.
Our fathered passed away early at 47, Gary and I were at university doing nursing at this point leaving Mum as our go to person, Darryl followed later – Mum has been our Rock.
Thanks to all the mothers and mother figures and to all the wonderful nurses today. ♥️
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Gary, Keith and Darryl (and their mum!) are what makes Redcliffe so great. Thanks to you all, for your hard work and commitment.
Great photo, great story any mum would be so proud of her 3 sons achievements, xo
Well done boys! Your Mum will be very proud of you all.
3 great blokes. Sounds like such a wonderful mother. Thank you for sharing this story 😊
I’m sure their Mother would have been so proud of her lovely sons. What a great family. 👏
Way to go boys! Have worked with at least 2 of you over the years. Well done!
Great photo, great story 👏
3 great men I have the privilege to know and work with.
Nice work lads!! I enjoyed working with Gary over the years!!
Fabulous group of leading men in nursing!
I bet your Mum is so very proud of you all
Wow! Thanks guys for all that you do. You are very much appreciated. 🙏🏼
Well done lads, amazing job.👍
Happy International Nurses Day guys!! Legends and von Dohren legacy 🙌🏼
Awesome .. great pic of you all
Great story guys
Love your work, Gary & brothers!!
Mum would be so proud
And what an amazing work they do!
Well done
Love this
Darryl Vodn 🫶🏼
Cool inspiring
North Lakes palliative care patient Linda’s wish was to visit Suttons Beach at Redcliffe with her children, sister and extended family - back where it all began in the area she grew up in as a child. 🌊
On the day of her wish, there was no way Linda was leaving without fish and chips, so the team set up a picnic right on the water’s edge where Linda and her family shared stories in the sun.
Linda's beach day was made possible by the Ambulance Wish Queensland team Kristy and Aimee and nurse April from community palliative care team at North Lakes.
"It was such an incredible experience being able to see Linda have a day that meant so much to her," April said.
"It is truly an honour to be able to facilitate these experiences for our patients that have no other way to fulfil their wishes and be present and see in person how much it means to them and their families."
April I see you girl, looking as lovely and happy as I remember!! A perfect & positive nurse for the job!!
❤️We are so grateful to the community for helping to bring a "touch of home" to the Redcliffe Hospital Palliative Care unit - to help me people like Linda. ❤️Thank you Ambulance Wish Queensland for this beautiful act of kindness.
This is amazing, i have tears, well done team, such a beautiful caring community.. 🌹
April Lei Arregadas love your work! Love our team 🥰 Metro North Health it was the Metro North Community Palliative Care Team x
Good job april. Wonderful service.
April you're such a wonderful nurse ❤️
April love seeing your face pop up ♥️
April! I didn’t know you were at Redcliffe, hopefully see you around. Love this post xx
April Lei Arregadas you’re amazing!! couldn’t have a better person for the job x
Way to go April! What an awesome thing to be a part of!
What beautiful person centered care. Thankyou April , palliative care teams, Metro North Health ,and Ambulance Wish Queensland for all you do
Great job April Lei Arregadas. That’s lovely.
Well done April Lei Arregadas. Great care.
Good to see you April
So beautiful ❤️
How beautiful 🩵🩵
Looking good April Lei Arregadas .
April forever smiling
Keep it up April Lei Arregadas! Nice work😇
🥹🙌🙌
🌹🌹🌹
April! ✨️
Beautiful 🌻
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