Community Safety Month: Keeping your kids safe around dogs
When it comes to dogs and children it’s important that families ensure the best measures are in place to provide a safe environment for all.
RCH News
Boost to RCH eating disorders treatment program
Young people and families involved in The Royal Children’s Hospital eating disorders program will now benefit from a new facility.
Making the most of the school holidays
With the school holidays upon us, we checked in with RCH staff to hear what they’ll be doing with the kids during the holidays.
My Ward Grandparent
Yuli has been a patient at the RCH since birth and has a special story to tell about her Ward Grandparent, Judy.
One little boy, one brave decision, three lives saved
In this blog Jon and Michelle Seccull tell the story of their boy Ethan, and how one brave decision led to three lives saved.
Transition Support Service for young people
The transition process from paediatric care to adult care can be challenging for an adolescent and their family. The RCH operates the Transition Support Service which assists with this transition.
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.
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.