The Children’s Harvest Project
Thanks to The Royal Children’s Hospital (RCH) Education Institute’s teaching and learning project, The Children’s Harvest, the RCH now has its very own veggie garden.
Monthly Archives: August 2013
Advice on the measles vaccine following reported cases in Victoria
Following Victorian Chief Health Officer, Dr Rosemary Lester, advice to Victorians to be on alert for measles, acting head of the RCH Immunisation Service Dr Margie Danchin shares her advice.
Study results reassuring for children who stutter
A study led by Royal Children’s Hospital (RCH) clinicians has uncovered some reassuring findings for children who stutter, and their families.
Mason’s brave fight
Mason has spent most of his life undergoing surgery, radiotherapy and chemotherapy at the RCH for a rare and aggressive tumour, but he’s finally cancer free. Read about Mason’s incredible journey in this blog written by his mum Kirsty.
Mrs Loti Smorgon AO – a remarkable legacy
The Royal Children’s Hospital is saddened by the news that Mrs Loti Smorgon AO, significant supporter and long term friend of the RCH, died on Tuesday.
The results are in – patient and family satisfaction survey
Since November 2011 The Royal Children’s Hospital (RCH) has conducted the patient and family satisfaction survey twice a year. The results from the March 2013 survey are now in and show improvement on previous years.
Avoiding burn injuries in your home
Throughout the year, we see many children at the RCH with burn injuries. And during the winter months with the increased use of household heaters, fireplaces and even hot water bottles, we see an increase in these injuries. This blog takes you through some important tips to keep in mind to ensure your home environment is as safe as possible.
Our journey through liver transplant
“When you’re told your baby daughter, who hasn’t yet had her first birthday, has a rare liver disease and will one day need a liver transplant, your whole world changes.” In this blog RCH parent Kerrie shares her times of heartache and joy through her daughter’s journey to liver transplant.
The RCH wonder dogs
The Lort Smith Pet Therapy program at the RCH brings normality to children in an abnormal, difficult and sometimes stressful situation. Read this blog from coordinator of the RCH Visiting Volunteer Program Brenda Kittelty to find out more.
Evidence-based strategies to improve your baby’s sleep patterns
In this blog, RCH paediatrician and infant sleep specialist Dr Harriet Hiscock takes you through some realistic evidence-based strategies to help manage your baby’s sleep patterns.