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Miracle babies now thriving after months in hospital
When mum Hannah Liddeaux came to the Women’s for a routine scan at 24 weeks, she was not expecting the grave news doctors had to give.
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Sally Capp encourages women to create change on International Women’s Day
City of Melbourne Lord Mayor Sally Capp has delivered an inspirational International Women’s Day speech, encouraging women to “create change” through championing the stories of fellow women.
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New hospital-led community service for mums and bubs
Mothers will benefit from a new “one-stop-shop” support program aimed at bridging the gap between in-hospital and community care for women who are experiencing depression, anxiety or trauma.
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The Women’s Foundation Awards 2018
Each year a number of generous donor-funded awards are handed out by the Women’s Foundation to offer career development opportunities to our exceptional staff members.
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Nipple tattoo clinic cuts waiting lists
The Women's breast care nurses are doubling as sensitive tattoo artists to help breast cancer patients take a key step in their recovery. The training of more nurses means cancer patients no longer need to wait to access the service.
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Does delayed cord clamping help babies breathe?
The Women’s has launched Australia’s first study that aims to help newborn babies who do not breathe spontaneously after birth, by delaying the clamping of the umbilical cord.
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Miracle Mums Mother’s Day Guard of Honour
Mums who have overcome the odds to take home healthy babies formed the Guard of Honour for the Mother’s Day clash between Collingwood and Geelong at the MCG.
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Procedure prevents preterm labour and miscarriage
A new surgical procedure has been found to significantly increase the likelihood of women with cervical problems giving birth to a healthy baby.
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New test predicts potentially deadly preeclampsia
The Women’s has become the first Australian hospital to introduce a blood test to help predict who will and will not develop the potentially deadly pregnancy condition, preeclampsia.
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New trial could prevent lung disease in babies
The Women's researchers are leading an international trial that could improve the survival rates of very preterm babies and decrease their risk of developing chronic lung disease.
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