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Medicine for the heart
Junior doctor couple Poppy Heffernan and Nick Thompson have their hearts in the right place. The two budding medics decided to devote their lives to caring for others through medicine.
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.
Memory lane helping older patients speed up road to recovery
A new historical photographic display at The Prince Charles Hospital (TPCH) is allowing older patients to take a trip down memory lane to help improve their recovery.
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.
Charlie’s Village improving dementia patient journey
Patient Neville Ross enjoys a meal with his daughter Michelle and granddaughter, Alexis at the new Charlies Village hotel accompanied by members of the CAM Unit team.
Construction of 1500 more car park spaces underway
Construction of 1500 more car park spaces underway. More car parking at the hospital campus is being delivered by Multiplex for healthcare workers, patients and visitors and to support the growth of The Prince Charles Hospital.
Keeping nursing in the family
For brothers Jared and Nathaniel Ah-Leong, caring for others is part of their DNA.
60 years of better lung health
Thousands of patients have been through TPCH Respiratory Investigations Unit and undergone vital lung testing for improved health since its inception.
Hospital superheroes celebrate birthday
Staff at The Prince Charles Hospital (TPCH) recently replaced their scrubs with superhero outfits to celebrate the hospital’s upcoming birthday.
Master hospital chefs improving nutrition for patients
For hospital chef duo Peter Wright-Hofmeister and Rahul Raj, improving the experience of patients at The Prince Charles Hospital (TPCH) through nutritious and interesting meals is a passion.
Child life therapist helps kids manage anxiety in hospital
Playing, breathing exercises, and breaking down complex health information are all part of the job for The Prince Charles Hospital’s child life therapist, Meenu Wadhwa.
15 years of game changing cardiac care in Queensland
Advances in cardiac care led by The Prince Charles Hospital (TPCH) have allowed thousands of Queensland patients to receive lifesaving treatment without the need for open heart surgery.
Robotic-assisted surgery improving orthopaedic outcomes
A growing number of orthopaedic surgery patients at The Prince Charles Hospital (TPCH) are benefitting from state-of-the-art robotic surgical technology with improved outcomes and faster recovery.
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.
New expansion for The Prince Charles Hospital Emergency Department
The Short Stay Treatment Area within the Emergency Department at The Prince Charles Hospital has expanded its capacity this week, opening six additional beds.
Caring for our community by being greener and cleaner
Metro North Health provides care to a community of almost 900,00 patients and families. Our business is people and our plan is to create a healthier, happier and more sustainable environment for our staff, patients and community.
New Rapid Access Hands Service
Patients requiring care for a hand injury can now access treatment earlier following the introduction of a new rapid access hand therapy service at The Prince Charles Hospital (TPCH).
New physiotherapy rapid access service brings quicker diagnosis for dizziness
The new Vestibular Physiotherapy Rapid Access Service enables patients who present to the hospital's emergency department (ED) with dizziness to be seen directly by specialised Advanced Vestibular Physiotherapists for timely assessment, and followed up as an outpatient within just a few days, thereby avoiding an overnight hospital stay.
Tahlia has her sights set on a 3D printing future
Biomedical education and research assistant, Isabel, is one of the Herston Biofabrication Institute’s (HBI) biggest advocates. The first of its kind, HBI is changing the way we approach medicine with 3D scanning, printing, modelling of bone, cartilage and human tissue and Isabel is eager to share that knowledge with the next generation.
All roads lead to care
In addition to hospital emergency departments, you can access healthcare advice and treatment close to home, or even without leaving the house!
Measles Alert for Brisbane and Redcliffe
Metro North Public Health Unit has issued a measles alert following a confirmed case of the highly infectious disease in an adult on Brisbane’s northside.
Queensland rainforest plant could hold key to lung fibrosis treatment
Brisbane researchers at Metro North Health and Griffith University’s NatureBank have found a natural product derived from a Queensland rainforest tree that may hold the key to treating and reversing life-threatening lung diseases, including silicosis.
New Helix Hub brings ideas to practice
Bringing game-changing ideas to life is often easier said than done. The new Metro North Helix Hub will guide change enthusiasts from idea inception to completion, with access to tools and resources, education, and expert advice.
Grandfriends Program reduces loneliness and isolation
An innovative approach to mental health is linking older people with children at The Prince Charles Hospital (TPCH).
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A Mental Health Crisis Stabilisation Facility is expected to open later this year at The Prince Charles Hospital, providing immediate short-term care for those in need.
This new space will feature a comfortable environment for individuals in crisis and provide access to a multidisciplinary team, inclusive of the lived experience workforce. 🏠
As a social worker in the short stay unit, Jade will help to provide care for patients with complex mental health issues and support for their families and carers by using therapeutic interventions within a recovery and trauma informed framework.
"It’s such a privilege to work with people who trust you to walk alongside them and support them in their journey, and to see the resiliency in those that I work with every day, it is extremely motivating and rewarding," Jade said.
TPCH is looking for a social worker to join the soon to open facility team. If this sounds like you, then apply here: bit.ly/4ahopsY
#WorkforusWednesday
[Accessibility image description: Jade wears a navy top, smiling in front of green foliage.]
![A Mental Health Crisis Stabilisation Facility is expected to open later this year at The Prince Charles Hospital, providing immediate short-term care for those in need.
This new space will feature a comfortable environment for individuals in crisis and provide access to a multidisciplinary team, inclusive of the lived experience workforce. 🏠
As a social worker in the short stay unit, Jade will help to provide care for patients with complex mental health issues and support for their families and carers by using therapeutic interventions within a recovery and trauma informed framework.
It’s such a privilege to work with people who trust you to walk alongside them and support them in their journey, and to see the resiliency in those that I work with every day, it is extremely motivating and rewarding, Jade said.
TPCH is looking for a social worker to join the soon to open facility team. If this sounds like you, then apply here: https://bit.ly/4ahopsY
#WorkforusWednesday
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Will those suffering from suicidal ideation be able to go to this facility rather than the ED?
Have Social Workers employed by QLD Health previously had clinical input on treatment plans and management of consumers who for example may be experiencing Domestic and Family Violence? I have never seen any written evidence of support given directly for Domestic Violence, in any of the three hospitals I have been admitted to in QLD, spanning 6 mental health admissions in total, nor a discharge plan that might outline input or suggestions relating directly to plans for continuity of care for Domestic Violence support from any Social Workers, doctor's or specialists involved in my Mental Health care? I also have never seen any Domestic Violence Liaison Officers, that are meant to be available to support DV victims in all QLD hospitals, in any of my admissions either. Sadly, unless a patient reports concerns to Police, and many are unwilling for various reasons, it is hard to provide proof after Mental Health Admissions, that the reasons for admission are directly attributed to Domestic Violence abuse!
It would be great to see Metro North considering to employ Accredited Rehabilitation Counsellors in the unit as well!
And peer support in the model of care?? What’s the discharge/continuity of care plan/strategy
This is so needed, thank you
Jade is a lovely caring and committed Social Worker for Mental Health . Any patient in her care should feel privileged they have a person like her looking after them.
So needed. More are needed. I hope there are follow up procedures in place.... Great work Jade.
Well done Jade Your awesome 👏
Great work Jade!
Great work Jade.
Go Jade!!
It's great to see Jades smiling face at TPCH
too late for me but I hope it helps others in this area
Awesome work
Mel Wells
Tasia Higgins
David Farlow
Legend!
The Easter Bunny isn’t the only one who should be eating carrots this Easter. 🥕
TPCH clinical dietitian John can attest that carrots are a great source of beta carotene, fibre, vitamin K, potassium and antioxidants, which is great news for your eyes and bowels!
"Orange carrots get their bright colour from beta carotene, an antioxidant that your body converts into vitamin A," he said.
"Carotenoids, polyphenols, and vitamins in carrots have been demonstrated to have anticarcinogenic, antioxidant, and immune-boosting qualities."
So this weekend, hop on down to the shops and pick up some carrots for you, your family, and the Easter Bunny! 🐇
[Accessible image description: John wears a pink polo shirt featuring indigenous artwork and holds a bunch of Dutch carrots in his hand, with a smile upon his face.]