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RBWH announces new partnership

Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital recently partnered with Choosing Wisely Australia, an international movement calling on facilities and providers to challenge the way healthcare is delivered, by questioning the use of various tests, treatments and procedures.

24 November 2016|

Tackling occupational violence in our hospitals

Every year, more than 3000 healthcare workers are assaulted on the job in Queensland. Across our health service and hospitals right around the state, a range of measures are being rolled out to tackle occupational violence including body worn cameras.

20 October 2016|

Improving survival for patients with acute leukaemia

Ground-breaking research with the potential to change the lives of leukaemia patients has been boosted with a $1.25million fellowship to leading haematologist Steven Lane of the Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital.

14 October 2016|

Annual Report

The Metro North Hospital and Health Service Annual Report 2015-2016 provides an overview of the health service's financial and non-financial performance and key achievements.

4 October 2016|

RBWH making strides with 3D-printed bones

Did you know the Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital is the first in Queensland with a full-time medical modeller recreating shattered bones using a 3D printer?

29 September 2016|

Expo shines spotlight on mental health

TV and radio personality, Osher Günsberg will be special guest at this year’s North Brisbane Mental Health Expo at Bowen Hills on 27 September.

23 September 2016|

No excuse for abuse

We have zero tolerance when it comes to violence in our hospitals and community services. Our staff come to work each day to look after sick patients, not to become patients themselves.

20 September 2016|

RBWH researcher shines on global stage

At only 33 years old, Dr Kate Markey is blazing a trail for junior researchers. Completing the combined MBBS/PhD at the University of Queensland and QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute while also achieving international recognition and funding, Kate credits her research for creating her career opportunities.

16 September 2016|

RBWH doctors recognised at Asia Pacific’s premier healthcare event

Two doctors from the Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital have won an international award for translating their research into clinical practice, enabling diagnosis of heart attacks faster and providing quicker treatment to patients presenting with chest pain in Queensland Emergency Departments (EDs).

15 September 2016|

Tackling debilitating migraines head-on

Those who suffer migraines know the pain only too well, but there are a range of options available through your GP that could deliver far better relief than regular over-the-counter medications.

15 September 2016|

Leading the way in renal genomics

Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital nephrologist Dr Andrew Mallett is leading a new National Rare Disease Flagship for Renal Genetics.

7 September 2016|

One of our biggest killers, strokes strike at any age

Traditionally people associate strokes with old age but young people, and even children can fall victim too, according to Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital Director of Neurology and Stroke Dr Andrew Wong.

30 August 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.

8 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.

6 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.

4 July 2016|

Dr Dines takes on bowel cancer

Executive Director of the Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital, Dr Amanda Dines opens up for the first time to Nine News on her struggle with bowel cancer and her heart felt message to every woman.

8 June 2016|

Sorting fact from fiction

RBWH dietitian Hilary Jimmieson joined Queensland Health’s Straight Answers Campaign to sort fact from fiction on healthy living.

26 May 2016|

Coming face to face with trauma

The trauma team at Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital don't just stop at saving lives. They also manage the time to teach teens throughout Queensland about how precious life really is.

5 May 2016|

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