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Managing latent tuberculosis in general practice and community settings

Latent tuberculosis infection (LTBI) is an asymptomatic condition that may progress to active tuberculosis (TB), sometimes decades after exposure.

RMH experts demonstrate benefits of virtual stroke care in groundbreaking research News article

An international team of stroke experts from Australia’s first Mobile Stroke Unit (MSU) have proven an innovative, virtual way of delivering care can provide outcomes that are just as good as in-person, saving time and lives. 

Vertigo drug trial helping patients with ‘childhood Alzheimer’s’ News article

Autumn Hodgson lives with NP-C, a rare degenerative disease.

New add-on therapy to infliximab for ulcerative colitis Research study

A clinical trial to assess the effectiveness of a new add-on therapy (PF-06687234) to infliximab.

Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II News article

The Royal Melbourne Hospital extends our deepest condolences to The Royal Family on the loss of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

Swabs required for research to develop point-of-care testing for infectious diseases Research study

ZiP Diagnostics requires human samples for research into developing point-of-care (PoC) diagnostic tests for a range of infectious diseases.

Integrated Alcohol and Other Drug Service RMH Service

We provide advice and clinical expertise on the provision of evidence-based treatment and care to those who are living with mental illness and substance use or addiction.

Rehabilitation Medicine RMH Service

We treat, care for and support people who are recovering after an injury, illness or surgery for an acquired or congenital condition.

Services for people affected by TB

At the Victorian Tuberculosis Program (VTP), we work with you to achieve your healthiest life, through high-quality, culturally responsive care.

Couple both diagnosed with leukaemia marry in special ceremony News article

Leukaemia patients Pat and Trish married last week.

Environmental, Social and Governance Report

The Royal Melbourne Hospital’s Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report is our commitment to driving sustainable social change across the organisation.

A clinical trial for an experimental treatment of recurrent genital herpes Research study

The trial aims to evaluate the safety and efficacy of an experimental drug for the treatment of recurrent genital herpes caused by herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV-2)

Lung ultrasound program nabs nurse award News article

An education and training program that teaches nurses and physiotherapists to assess lung health using ultrasound has been recognised by the Cardiac Society of Australia and New Zealand (CSANZ).

Our clinical initiatives

We are committed to evidence-based best practice, continuous quality improvement and teaching.

Carly Findlay shares her story this International Day of People with Disability News article

Carly Findlay OAM is a patient at the Royal Melbourne Hospital - she’s been a patient here for around 17 years, and before that, she was a patient at the Royal Children’s Hospital. 

Options 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.

Learn about tuberculosis

Tuberculosis (TB) is an infectious disease caused by a bacteria. It is preventable and curable.

Mobile Stroke Unit delivers lifesaving treatment to 34-year-old mum News article

A Hoppers Crossing mother who suffered a stroke last year has been reunited with the specialist stroke team and paramedics who came to her aid.

New 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.

Falls performance

We collect and monitor any falls that occur during a patient stay every month.