July 2016 - Metro North Health (DEV)

Saliva swab could revolutionise medical testing for millions

A QUT study into saliva as an early detection tool for various cancers and heart failure was featured on Channel 7 News, with comments from RBWH Radiation Oncologist Dr Liz Kenny and Director of Cardiology Dr John Atherton.

2017-12-07T03:16:09+10:008 July 2016|

RBWH Cancer Care team in landmark clinical trial

Dr Michelle Nottage and the Cancer Care Service Team at Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital (RBWH) are celebrating their involvement in a breakthrough clinical trial that has improved treatment for young women with hormone-sensitive breast cancer.

2017-07-10T01:59:53+10:008 July 2016|

Trauma team saves Jake after freak fall

A routine skydive nearly killed Jake two months ago. Our incredibly talented trauma team at the Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital saved him. We hope Jake can be back in the air, free and happy soon.

2017-07-10T03:23:42+10:006 July 2016|

Identification: It’s your right to a healthier life

Metro North Hospital and Health Service (MNHHS) has launched a campaign during NAIDOC Week (3 – 10 July 2016) to highlight the importance of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients identifying when accessing their facilities.

2017-07-10T02:33:03+10:004 July 2016|

Saliva swab could revolutionise medical testing for millions

RBWH Cancer Care team in landmark clinical trial

Trauma team saves Jake after freak fall

Identification: It’s your right to a healthier life

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