When Jack was born, the large lump on his face immediately caused heartbreak and concern for his mother, Boufa Joses. However with the help of life-saving surgery at the RCH, Jack can return home to Vanuatu as a healthy three year old.
The Dame Elisabeth Murdoch Nursing Development Scholarship allows an outstanding RCH nurse to further develop skills and experience by exploring innovative practices across the world. Read about this year’s recipient, Sonja Elia, here.
Seven out of ten Australian school children almost never walk or ride to school, according to new research by The Royal Children’s Hospital.
Nicole Gleeson and Elise Baines will be quick off the mark when registrations open for this year’s Herald Sun/Transurban Run for the Kids.
In this week’s instalment of meet the NUMs, Jayne from our Emergency tells us about the unique nature of working in a fast paced environment and what she would have done for a job if she wasn’t a nurse.
Stephanie tells us about her journey at the RCH, and why she finds working in our Complex Care Hub – a service that supports the care of children with chronic and complex medical needs – so rewarding.
With the weather bureau predicting fiercely hot days ahead, RCH paediatrician Dr Sarah McNab is encouraging families to get their heat plan ready.
This week, Sonja reflects on working in the immunisation clinic for the last 15 years and her achievements in that time.
In this weeks instalment of meet the NUMs, meet Paul from Specialist Clinics. Paul tells us the most rewarding thing about his role and which famous actor would play him in a movie.
The RCH, MCRI and UoM have collaborated to launch a new initiative, Melbourne Children’s Global Health (MCGH). Click here to read more.
