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30 May 2017
The Great Richmond Bake Off
The talented caregivers at St John of God Richmond Hospital got their wooden spoons out and aprons on for the hotly contested Great Richmond Bake Off.
25 May 2017
Aboriginal Liaison Grandmother helping new mums
Sharon Wilkes works as an Aboriginal Liaison Grandmother at the Moort Boodjari Mia service at St John of God Midland Public Hospital.
24 May 2017
Celebrating 18 month anniversary
St John of God Midland Public Hospital has achieved significant milestones in its first 18 months of operations
24 May 2017
Midland Deputy CEO taking the Run for a Reason lead
St John of God Midland Public and Private Hospitals Deputy Chief Executive Officer Michael Hogan is leading the hospital’s representation at the HBF Run for a Reason
24 May 2017
Darien’s run for better health
Because there is no better reason to get active and fit than to improve your own health.
24 May 2017
Murdoch’s marathon-running chef
St John of God Murdoch Hospital chef Clemens Schmitt is stepping out of the kitchen and onto the running track as he adds to his recent running achievements.
22 May 2017
Making breast cancer surgery safer and more effective
St John of God Foundation continues to support medical innovation and cutting edge technology.
19 May 2017
Horizon House changes young mum's life
St John of God Foundation supports vulnerable young people like Adhel to reailse a better future for themselves through St John of God Horizon House.
19 May 2017
POSITIVE trial delivers babies after breast cancer
International research projects supported by St John of God Foundation include the POSITIVE trial.
19 May 2017
Centre of excellence in critical cardiovascular care
St John of God Foundation supports excellence in cardiovascular care across our divisions.
19 May 2017
Generous support changes the lives of South West patients
Thanks to more than $3.5 million in pledges to the St John of God Foundation’s dedicated Bunbury Hospital campaign, along with state and federal government support, the South West Coronary Care and Cancer Service is now providing local cardiac and cancer investigation and treatment services for public and private patients.
19 May 2017
Improving survival rates for pancreatic cancer patients
St John of God Foundation distributed $22 million towards the construction of The Bendat Family Comprehensive Cancer Centre, at St John of God Subiaco Hospital where they are carving out a niche as a leader in global pancreatic cancer research, trialling new treatments that are significantly improving survival rates for Western Australian patients.
19 May 2017
Exploring the myths of colorectal cancer
St John of God Foundation looks to support a multitude colorectal research projects.
19 May 2017
Immunotherapy may hold the key to cancer cure
St John of God Foundation looks to support a multitude clinical trials that drive better health outcomes.
19 May 2017
Information event being held following widespread interest in genetic breast and ovarian cancer gene
Following the big response to last year’s BRCA Information Day, St John of God Subiaco Hospital and Pink Hope are holding the event again on 28 May for those interested in finding out more about the breast and ovarian cancer gene made famous by Hollywood actress Angelina Jolie.
19 May 2017
Leading the way in clinical research and improved health outcomes
St John of God Foundation’s Philanthropy Report 2017 will be featured in The West Australian this Saturday, 20th May. The Foundation is a not-for-profit registered charity that has for the past 22 years, through the generous support of the community, provided funds to assist with research, social outreach and hospital infrastructure.
19 May 2017
Mother's cancer treatment inspires desire to raise funds for research
St John of God Foundation recently showcased Andrea’s story at our Annual Donors and Friends event in a video that addresses the real impact that our donors have on patients and the community.
19 May 2017
One step closer to screening test for ovarian cancer
St John of God Foundation is supporting a new revolutionary cancer screening test for ovarian cancer.
19 May 2017
Putting the joy back into parenthood
As Catherine prepared to have her second baby she and husband John were feeling positive and looking forward to growing their young family.
19 May 2017
Ricky wins April Caregiver Living Values Award
Ricky West is noticed throughout the hospital for his quick smile and willingness to help people, despite an always busy schedule.
18 May 2017
Nurse Graduate Program 2018
Graduate Nurse Information Sessions will be held on 14 June 2017 and 19 June 2017 for both registered nurse and enrolled nurse 2018 graduates (bookings are essential).
17 May 2017
Redevelopment Progress Report May 2017
Our new home at Kangan Drive continues to take shape with over 250 construction personnel on site.
17 May 2017
About the commissioning process
The move to Kangan Drive signals a new era for St John of God Health Care in Berwick.
17 May 2017
Prototype room gives a sneak peak at new patient rooms
A prototype patient room has been created within the new hospital.
17 May 2017
New website in contention for national award
The new St John of God Health Care website and the online Healthy Men, Healthy Minds photo competition are finalists in the upcoming 2017 Digital Industry Association of Australia Awards.
17 May 2017
Homeless Healthcare inspires Colleen and Sakina
By undertaking a Diploma in Leadership and Management, nursing caregivers Sakina Bhavnagarwala and Colleen Fossey were drawn to the lives of the disadvantaged and the impact homelessness can have on health care outcomes.
16 May 2017
St John of God House demolished for redevelopment plans
Demolition works have begun on St John of God House, as part of the redevelopment plans for St John of God Subiaco Hospital.
16 May 2017
Celebrating our volunteers
Did you know that our hospital has 45 volunteers, who share 11 different roles and contribute about 10 000 hours of volunteering over one year?
15 May 2017
Maternal vaccine research next frontier at St John of God Health Care hospitals
A maternal vaccine trial to protect newborns against a common respiratory virus, which is the leading cause of paediatric emergency presentations, is underway at three St John of God Health Care hospitals.
15 May 2017
Bags of joy for women in need
Caregivers from St John of God Raphael Service Blacktown donate gifts and bags for local Women’s Cottage.
12 May 2017
Art award launched thanks to sponsorship
St John of God Health Care continues its sponsorship of the Mandorla Art Award into 2018.
12 May 2017
Conference explores emotional wellbeing of parents and how to help
Real life experiences a highlight at the annual St John of God Raphael Services Blacktown Perinatal and Infant Mental Health Conference
12 May 2017
Celebrating our nursing achievements
St John of God Health Care celebrates nursing excellence this International Nurses Day.
11 May 2017
Treatment inspires Chemo Bottle Bag Project
It was an idea with its seeds sewn at St John of God Berwick Hospital’s oncology unit in September last year while June Burrows, a member of the Country Women’s Association’s Drouin Branch, was undergoing chemotherapy treatment that required the use of an Infusor pump.
11 May 2017
Meet Todd Miller
Todd has been with us since 2010 as a Theatre Technician in the Operating Suite. Once he saw the career opportunities that existed for nurses in that domain, he was hooked.
10 May 2017
Joy walks the talk to combat inequality in our community
Walking 100 kilometres in the name of charity is one of the ways Joy Anderson and her fellow nursing team show their dedication to helping those who are disadvantaged or living in poverty – central to the theme of this year’s International Nurses Day on Friday 12 May.
10 May 2017
Commitment to learning leads to new directions
With a focus on some of our up and coming nursing caregivers, Loren McCavanagh shares how she made it from graduating university to becoming part of St John of God Mt Lawley Hospital’s perioperative nursing team.
10 May 2017
HMAS Albatross
St John of God Richmond Trauma Team present on PTSD, resilience training and stress management to HMAS Albatross.
9 May 2017
Further arts installments for patient viewing
The second and third episodes of our art program for patient television will feature the life and work of photographer Frances Andrijich and sculptor Tony Jones, both celebrated Perth artists.
9 May 2017
Celebrating our nurses in the lead-up to International Nurses Day
As we celebrate the lead-up to International Nurses Day on Friday 12 May, we speak to Clinical Nurse Jenny Tomson about her nursing journey and how a great team makes the difference in our Endoscopy Unit.
8 May 2017
Transfer of Marillac Ltd to St John of God Health Care
St John of God Health Care is pleased to announce that on Friday May 5, 2017 it acquired Marillac Ltd, a disability service in Victoria that was part of the Ministry of the Daughters of Charity.
8 May 2017
Music to the ears of our patients
Once again showing the powerful link between music, the arts and mental health, our Music Volunteer Ellie has been singing to our patients in the Ursula Frayne Unit, raising both their spirits and their hands!
5 May 2017
Boosting breastfeeding rates
St John of God Foundation supports a number of ongoing research projects that aid our maternity teams in offering professional care and guidance in areas such as breastfeeding and lactation, during your hospital stay and once you return home with your new baby.
5 May 2017
Midwifery partnerships supporting mothers
How our midwives create great partnerships to provide exceptional maternity care during and after pregnancy.
5 May 2017
Help us celebrate the International Day of the Midwife
The theme of this year’s International Day of the Midwife – ‘Midwives, Mothers and Families: Partners for life’ truly reflects the very heart of the care we provide at St John of God Mt Lawley Hospital.
5 May 2017
A notebook of 40 years of midwifery with midwife Wendy Lloyd
Reminiscing over 40 years, Wendy Lloyd talked to us about her amazing journey as a midwife. Supported by her daughter Felicity – also a midwife – we wanted to share her story with you as part of International Day of the Midwife.
4 May 2017
Swapping home comforts for a night on the street
St John of God Frankston Rehabilitation Hospital CEO Sally Faulkner is taking part in the annual Vinnies CEO Sleepout to raise money for people experiencing homelessness.
4 May 2017
International Nurses Day - Kim
Kim started her nursing career as a division two enrolled nurse in palliative care.
4 May 2017
Maternity meet and greet event gives people a SJG Mt Lawley Hospital experience
With International Day of the Midwife being held tomorrow, on Friday 5 May, we celebrated this year’s theme ‘Midwives, mothers and families: partners for life!’ with our own exclusive ‘meet and greet’ event at St John of God Mt Lawley Hospital.