BI 456906 for non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) and liver fibrosis Research study
A study to test whether different doses of BI 456906 are effective in people with a liver disease called non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) and liver fibrosis.
https://www.thermh.org.au/research/clinical-trials-research-studies/bi-456906-for-non-alcoholic-steatohepatitis-nash-and-liver-fibrosisA hard act to swallow – how Greg bounced back from a stroke of misfortune News article
Greg suffered a major stroke in late 2022, something he understatedly describes as an ‘interesting experience’.
https://www.thermh.org.au/news/a-hard-act-to-swallow-how-greg-bounced-back-from-a-stroke-of-misfortuneOptions for getting help with your mental health
There is a range of options about where to get help for your mental health, including your doctor, a mental health professional or community support.
https://www.thermh.org.au/services/mental-health/learn-about/options-for-getting-helpNew investment takes Hepatitis B research one step closer to finding a cure News article
A team of scientists have been awarded $1.7 million over the next five years, to advance world-first research into a cure for hepatitis B virus infection thanks to a grant from the mRNA Victoria Activation Program.
https://www.thermh.org.au/news/new-investment-takes-hepatitis-b-research-one-step-closer-to-finding-a-cureWe collect and monitor any falls that occur during a patient stay every month.
https://www.thermh.org.au/about/performance/our-key-performance-areas/falls-performancePRAX-944 as a potential treatment for essential tremor Research study
A clinical trial evaluating the efficacy, safety, tolerability, and pharmacokinetics of PRAX-944 in adults with essential tremor.
https://www.thermh.org.au/research/clinical-trials-research-studies/prax-944-as-a-potential-treatment-for-essential-tremorOur RMH@Home service provides hospital-level care for patients in their home environment.
https://www.thermh.org.au/your-care/ongoing-care/rmhhomePerampanel to control and prevent seizures in patients with brain tumours Research study
A randomised controlled trial assessing the safety and effectiveness of perampanel, an anti-epileptic drug, in people with brain tumours.
https://www.thermh.org.au/research/clinical-trials-research-studies/perampanel-to-control-and-prevent-seizures-in-patients-with-brain-tumoursKidney Transplantation RMH Service
We provide elective, emergency and kidney transplantation surgery for our patients.
https://www.thermh.org.au/services/kidney-care/kidney-care-services/kidney-transplantationWorld-first MS research can delay disease progression News article
A new world-first method to help doctors predict which patients are at risk of developing an aggressive form of multiple sclerosis has been uncovered.
https://www.thermh.org.au/news/world-first-ms-research-can-delay-disease-progressionThe RMH’s Prof Finlay Macrae receives GESA Distinguished Researcher Prize News article
Head of Colorectal Medicine and Genetics at the Royal Melbourne Hospital (RMH), Professor Finlay Macrae, has been awarded the 2021 Gastroenterological Society of Australia (GESA) Distinguished Researcher Prize.
https://www.thermh.org.au/news/the-rmhs-prof-finlay-macrae-receives-gesa-distinguished-researcher-prizeLatent tuberculosis infection (LTBI) is an asymptomatic condition that may progress to active tuberculosis (TB), sometimes decades after exposure.
https://www.thermh.org.au/services/victorian-tuberculosis-program/learn-about-tb/latent-tuberculosisOur nurse-to-patient ratios define the minimum number of nurses expected on a ward. These ratios help make sure our patients are provided with the best nursing care possible.
https://www.thermh.org.au/about/performance/nurse-to-patient-ratiosSafe Haven RMH Service
We provide peer support and a comfortable, non-clinical environment for people experiencing mental health distress.
https://www.thermh.org.au/services/mental-health/mental-health-services/safe-havenCan over-the-counter supplements reduce diabetes-related painful peripheral neuropathy? Research study
The Mito-PPND Study seeks to assess the safety and effectiveness of a combination of over-the-counter supplements for reducing painful peripheral neuropathy
https://www.thermh.org.au/research/clinical-trials-research-studies/can-over-the-counter-supplements-for-reducing-painful-peripheral-neuropathyThe Prevent Alcohol and Risk Related Trauma in Youth (PARTY) program is an injury-prevention program that aims to teach 16 to 25 year olds the risks, choices and consequences of risk-taking behaviour.
https://www.thermh.org.au/services/major-trauma/about-trauma-service/party-programThe RMH patient Kingsley O’Connor walks back into the ICU News article
Former patient Kingsley O'Connor made a surprise visit to the Royal Melbourne Hospital ICU to thank the staff who cared for him during his stay.
https://www.thermh.org.au/news/the-rmh-patient-kingsley-oconnor-walks-back-into-the-icuPhase I study of two second generation COVID-19 variant vaccines News article
The Doherty Institute, a joint venture between The University of Melbourne and the Royal Melbourne Hospital, has been funded through the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) by the Medical Research Future Fund to conduct a unique Phase I study of two second generation COVID-19...
https://www.thermh.org.au/news/phase-i-study-of-two-second-generation-covid-19-variant-vaccinesKBL697 for the treatment of ulcerative colitis Research study
Study investigated Lactobacillus gasseri in patients with mild to moderate active ulcerative colitis.
https://www.thermh.org.au/research/clinical-trials-research-studies/kbl697-for-the-treatment-of-ulcerative-colitisThe RMH leaders and innovators recognised in 2021 Brilliant Women in Digital Health News article
Two individuals and one team from the Royal Melbourne Hospital (RMH) have been recognised in the 2021 Brilliant Women in Digital Health, presented by Telstra Health.
https://www.thermh.org.au/news/the-rmh-leaders-and-innovators-recognised-in-2021-brilliant-women-in-digital-health