A life-saving gift

A year ago brothers Giorgios and Nikolas Papastratis could only interact through the glass door to Nikolas’ room at The Royal Children’s Hospital.

A fresh start for Riley

Kinglake five-year-old Riley Ellis is excited to start school this year after a tough four years.

Conversion disorder explained

Conversion disorder is a rare and complex condition that can significantly affect the quality of life of otherwise healthy young people.

Button batteries warning to parents

The Royal Children’s Hospital, Kidsafe Victoria and the Victorian Injury Surveillance Unit have warned parents of the life threatening dangers to small children from commonly used button batteries.

RCH medical team give Hugh his life back

A multidisciplinary team at The Royal Children’s Hospital has given three-year-old Hugh Hannemann a second chance at life and granted his mum Sally her ultimate wish – a hug from her son.

A happy new year for Lola

Lola Cartwright has spent most of the first year of her life at The Royal Children’s Hospital, but after a long battle the brave one-year-old is finally ready to go home.