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OPH Speech pathologists collaborate with people with Parkinson’s to help students 05 December 2020 The Osborne Park Hospital Parkinson’s Clinic team thanked their clients who recently attended a week-long specialist clinic to help university students. Available to third and fourth year ECU speech pathology students, the clinic was developed to help students gain experience in the delivery of evidence-based communication and swallowing therapies to patients, both face-to-face and via telehealth. The clinic trialled a simultaneous treatment model with some clients present in the room and others at home and online for their communication program. Rachel Bridle, OPH Senior Speech Pathologist said the clinic was successful in achieving group interaction and peer support and the speech pathology team plans to continue offering group therapy in this way. Clients commented on the enjoyment of camaraderie that was gained with the intensive daily therapy format and the consolidation of ... -
DonateLife WA hosts Service of Remembrance 24 November 2020 DonateLife WA hosted a Service of Remembrance on Sunday 15 November to honour organ and tissue donors and their families, who selflessly save and transform the lives of others. The service was held in the lead up to 'DonateLife Thank You Day', which was on Sunday 22 November 2020. 'DonateLife Thank You Day' is a national day to acknowledge the generosity of donors and their families. Each year thousands of lives are saved and transformed through the generosity of deceased and living organ and tissue donors and their families. It is important to thank and acknowledge every donor and also their courageous families who honour and respect the wish of a loved one by consenting to organ and tissue donation," said A/State Medical Director, DonateLife WA Dr Simon Towler. “On DonateLife Thank You Day, we encourage all Australians to reflect on the life-changing benefits of organ and tissue ... -
16 days in WA – Stop Violence against Women 20 November 2020 NMHS is proud to be taking part in the 16 Days in WA - Stop Violence against Women campaign taking place from 25 November, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, to 10 December, Human Rights Day. In Australia, Family and Domestic Violence (FDV) is the number one contributing factor to the burden of disease for Australian women aged 18-44 years and is a significant public health issue. One in three Australian women have experienced physical or sexual violence and/or emotional abuse by an intimate partner since the age of 15. Violence against women and girls is one of the most widespread, persistent and devastating human rights violations in our world today. What is happening around NMHS Check out the Women and Newborn Health Service (WNHS) 16 days in WA Calendar of Events. During the 16 Days you can learn more about FDV, listen to a gripping podcast ... -
Mural transforms wall into a vivid flora and fauna wonderland 20 November 2020 The Queen Elizabeth II Medical Centre campus is the latest space to be brightened up with a vibrant mural by local artist Brenton See. Commissioned by the QEIIMC Trust, the aptly named ‘Chase the Colour’ artwork painted on the plain walls of the Western Power Substation displays flora and fauna found in and around the campus. Painted from left to right in the mural you’ll see the Carnaby’s Cockatoo, Pink Fairy Orchid, Motorbike Frog, White-Cheeked Honeyeater, Dancing Spider Orchid, Stinkwood Quenda, Swan River Myrtle, Prickly Moses, Firewood Banksia, and the Red-tailed Black Cockatoo. Brenton has painted murals all across WA that celebrate our incredible local flora and fauna. You can find out more about Brenton and see a gallery of his artwork (external site) on his website. Visit the south-western corner of the QEIIMC campus to enjoy the art! -
Aboriginal cadet inspired to continue a career in WA health 19 November 2020 Physiotherapy patients and staff at Osborne Park Hospital have embraced the skills and experience Jiah Reidy has brought during his 12-month cadetship with the hospital’s Physiotherapy Department. Jiah started an Aboriginal Cadetship Program with North Metropolitan Health Service (NMHS) this year in his final year of studies at the University of Western Australia and will soon complete a Bachelor of Science Double Major in Sport Science and Exercise and Health - all while fitting in sporting commitments as a player for the Swan Districts WAFL team. Working in the health industry has been a lifelong area of interest for Jiah and the cadetship program provided Jiah the opportunity to gain work experience at a specialist hospital and earn an income whilst studying. “It has been a terrific opportunity and I am so glad I applied for the position. I would highly recommend applying ...
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18/10/2023