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Simple, safe, and kind change for Redcliffe surgical patients
Redcliffe Hospital has made a change that should benefit most surgical patients. It follows international best practice, and it's simple, safe, and kind.
After undergoing a laryngectomy, Brien spent the next 18 years helping others going through the same thing
Brien supported patients right across the state using telehealth technology based in the Speech Pathology Department at RBWH. Patient feedback over the years has been glowing.
World first electronic tool helping determine causes of delirium
A world first algorithm is helping clinicians determine likely causes of delirium, one the most underdiagnosed conditions in a hospital setting.
Metro North building health sector disaster resilience
Metro North Health is collaborating with the aged care sector to plan and prepare for disasters
Yarning – connecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and improving health outcomes
Yarning tables play an important role in providing culturally safe healthcare
Nurse and powerlifter Dale gives co-workers a lift
When nurse Dale Caust isn’t working to make a meaningful difference for patients at TPCH Mental Health, he is involved in the sport of powerlifting.
Nadine’s mercy is making a difference
Intensive Care Nurse Nadine Millar is passionate about helping others less fortunate than herself. That's why she joined Mercy Ships to change lives in Africa.
Mother nurse Gladys farewells hospital family
Queensland's longest serving Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander registered nurse Gladys Akhurst is hanging up her theatre scrubs after 55 years of service.
A childhood dream realised for Melanie
Dr Melanie Spratt has grown from baby ICU patient to heart researcher.
Strategies to support a colleague in distress
RBWH Wellbeing Specialist Dr Liz Crowe gives her 12 tips on how to best help a colleague who is upset.
Health for your wealth: healthy eating on a budget
Accredited dietitians Soraya and Lilly share their top tips on eating healthy on a budget.
How pilot program helped Dell when she fell
A pilot falls program is helping older people like 100-year-old Dell who have fallen with minor or no obvious injuries to stay at home independently for longer.
Growing gratitude in dementia care
Staff at The Prince Charles Hospital have introduced a gratitude tree to help improve the delivery of specialised care to frail patients with dementia.
Anzac Day a time of reflection for veteran Dr Elizabeth Rushbrook
For Dr Liz Rushbrook, Anzac Day is a time of commemoration as she reflects on her distinguished career with the Australian Defence Force.
Unlocking genetic mysteries
Genetic testing can provide answers for people with rare and inherited conditions.
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.
Ben’s equipped for patient care
When it comes to solving complex problems relating to medical equipment, Ben Potts is the go-to person.
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.
Making health care personal
For Aldi Mehicic, empowering patients to share their preferences for future health care is central to providing high quality personalised care.
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.
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.
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
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