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Severity of MS linked to distance from the equator
A large international study has found that the severity of multiple sclerosis (MS) can vary depending on latitude, with those living furthest from the equator worse affected by the disease.
03 June 2022
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RMH surgeon Dr Tim Chittleborough recognised with fellowship
Colorectal, general and trauma surgeon at the Royal Melbourne Hospital, Doctor Tim Chittleborough has been recognised as one of nine clinicians joining the MacHSR Future Leaders Fellowship program.
08 June 2022

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RMH haematologist awarded for leading global effort to eradicate anaemia health burden

18 August 2022

RMH haematologist and WEHI researcher Professor Sant-Rayn Pasricha has received an Australian Academy of Health and Medical Services (AAHMS) award for his pioneering contributions to preventing and treating anaemia around the world.

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Uncharted territory: navigating a level one trauma service during a global pandemic

16 August 2022

As the health system readjusted to the challenges that COVID-19 posed, the trauma service at the Royal Melbourne Hospital (RMH) had to adapt.

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Reunited with lifesaving team

10 August 2022

For Anthony, what started out as a regular trip to his local café, quickly became a terrifying series of events.

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18 months, three generations and one amazing journey

01 August 2022

Last week during DonateLife Week, the RMH played host to a very special live kidney donation story.

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Healthcare workers displaying the Singh Thatta technique to wear an n95 mask

RMH conducts new study on Singh Thattha technique

28 July 2022

Researchers at the Royal Melbourne Hospital (RMH) are conducting a 12 month clinical trial to see whether a new mask fit technique is suitable for healthcare workers and students who cannot shave their beards for religious, cultural or medical reasons.

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Professor Fary Khan elected to international vice chair position

27 July 2022

The Royal Melbourne Hospital Director of Rehabilitation Services Professor Fary Khan was elected as the Vice Chair of the International Society of Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine (ISPRM) at their Annual Scientific Congress in July.

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The Royal Melbourne Hospital Intensive Care Unit nurse Jack Wilson with plastic bags packaged with clothes donated by the families of patients who have died, which will be given to other RMH patients.

Donated ICU clothes helping other patients get home safe

21 July 2022

Losing a loved one is an incredibly sad time, but some families whose loved ones have died in our Intensive Care Unit (ICU) are choosing to give back in a way that is helping other patients get home faster, and with dignity.

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New study suggests acute stroke treatment is influenced by ethnicity and race

20 July 2022

An international, randomised controlled ischemic stroke trial DIRECT-SAFE suggests acute stroke treatment should be adapted based on ethnicity and race.

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