As winter brings cooler temperatures and more time spent indoors, it is timely to consider burn safety inside the home. Many burn injuries are preventable and Elliott Doxey’s story is the perfect example of the benefits of knowing appropriate first aid treatment.
One in five child sexual assault victims were found online by their perpetrator in 2019, up from one in 20 prior to 2013, say two Melbourne forensic doctors who have studied 70 child sexual assaults facilitated by the use of technology. Click here to read more
In recognition of World Environment Day, we are encouraging you to join us in creating a more sustainable environment. Click here to find out what you can do to help.
As team sports ramp up, you may be wondering what to do about head injuries and kids? Click here to watch our special recording of our Kids Health Info podcast all about head injury.
It’s International Nurses Day, celebrated around the world every May 12 on the anniversary of Florence Nightingale’s birth. Today we recognise the contributions of all of our nurses at the RCH, and around the world.
For World Asthma Day today we chat with RCH paediatrician Dr Lexi Frydenberg to uncover some asthma misconceptions.
Have you always wanted to work in paediatric nursing but are currently working in the adult sector? Now is your chance to switch over and start a new career. The Royal Children’s Hospital (RCH) is pleased to announce the commencement of a pilot Transition to Paediatrics Program for 20 nurses. Click here to read more!
To mark World Haemophilia Day, we are highlighting our brave patient Christopher’s journey with haemophilia to give insight into this rare disease.
Playing sport is a great way for kids to have fun, make friends and stay healthy. However, it is also one of the most common ways kids get injured. Make sure your kid doesn’t have to watch from the sidelines with our top tips to reduce preventable injuries.
Today is National Dolphin Day which celebrates the beauty and uniqueness of dolphins, and educates everyone about how they support our marine ecosystem. In the spirit of this day, we are shining a light on the amazing work happening in Dolphin, our medical short stay ward.
