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COVID-19 simulations give hospital staff valuable experience
In-situ simulations at the Royal Women’s Hospital are giving doctors, nurses and midwives a unique opportunity to learn how to care for patients who have a suspected or confirmed case of COVID-19.
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New evidence shows examinations in pregnancy should be done differently
Research from our Preterm Labour Clinic has shown that, for some women with a high-risk pregnancy, invasive testing may not be helpful in predicting preterm birth.
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Study reveals risk of heart disease later in life for premature babies
A new study by the Women's shows that young adults born extremely premature are susceptible to high blood pressure.
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Staff at the Women’s recognised in Australia Day Honours
Three members of staff have been recognised by the Australian Government for their contribution to women’s health.
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$400,000 awarded to device for critically ill babies
A new device being developed at the Women's to help babies in the Newborn Intensive Care Unit has been awarded a grant from Federal Government of $400,000.
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Advice for pregnant women around smoke haze
The Royal Women’s Hospital in Melbourne has released advice for pregnant women affected by the smoke haze.
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Device for premature babies receives funding boost
A consultant neonatologist at the Royal Women’s Hospital has received a $15,000 funding boost to develop a new device that will provide real-time airway pressure monitoring for premature babies.
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Cuddle Cot donation will help more bereaved families say goodbye
The Royal Women’s Hospital has gratefully received a new ‘cuddle cot’, generously donated by a family whose two children were expertly cared for in the hospital’s Newborn Intensive Care Unit.
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The Women’s recognised for its commitment to breastfeeding
The Baby Friendly Health Initiative has praised the Royal Women’s Hospital for its efforts to promote, encourage and support breastfeeding.
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Pēpi-Pods launched at the Women’s
Women now have the option of using a new type of cot for their newborn babies to keep them closer and safer in their first few days of life.
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