Dr Laura Jolliffe recently returned from Perugia, Italy, where she gathered with other researchers to discuss the future of stroke prevention, treatment and support.
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Palliative Care Unit unveils new artwork during National Reconciliation Week – Upon Our Journey
Local artist and proud Kamilaroi man, Eamon Roberts, has unveiled his latest artwork during National Reconciliation Week. Titled Upon Our Journey, the piece was commissioned by Peninsula Health’s Aboriginal Health team for the Palliative Care Unit at Golf Links Road Rehabilitation. The artwork symbolises our birth into the Dreaming and the journey every person takes through …
Rye Tennis Club smashing the smoothie sales
Rye Tennis Club has successfully revitalised their canteen with support the Health Promotion team at Peninsula Health to buy a NutriBullet to introduce popular fresh smoothies and nourishing food options and help them to work through the Vic Kids Eat Well program. They also upgraded their drink offerings which have been well received by club …
Helping our patients get access to tomorrow’s treatment, today
People from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds are still underrepresented in clinical trials. Around 39,000 of our community speak a language other than English at home, so it’s important to us that we break down barriers to ensure everyone in our community can understand the benefits clinical trials offer.
Welcome to Head of Oncology, Associate Professor Mahesh Iddawela
A/Prof Mahesh Iddawela, says his aim is to build a centre of excellence for cancer care with integrated patient care, clinical trials and research.
National Volunteer Week: Celebrating Volunteer Milestones
This National Volunteer Week, several of our amazing volunteer groups are celebrating significant milestones.
Help save a life like Peter’s
Peter was enjoying his summer holiday in Sorrento with his family when disaster struck – but what appeared to be a disaster saved his life.
“I don’t care about the statistics—I’m going to beat them”: Andie shares her story on World Ovarian Cancer Day
Andie wasn’t expecting to be diagnosed with Stage Four Ovarian Cancer. But she’s not going to let it keep her down.
Well done to award nominee Jessica Reece
Jessica is an AOD Trainee Supervisor and AOD Lived Experience Educator at Peninsula Health, and is a finalist in the Centre for Mental Health Learning (CMHL) Awards for Excellence in Education
Peninsula Health staff reunited after serving in Afghanistan
Dr Andrew Rosengarten and ICU nurse Tara Whelan have a shared history – but didn’t realise until recently that they now both work at Peninsula Health.