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23 Feb 2018
Brother's death inspires Russ to promote organ donation
Since his brother died in a motorcycle accident nine years ago, Russ Tuff has been highlighting the importance of registering your wishes about organ and tissue donation to help not only those in medical need, but loved ones who are left behind to make decisions.
23 Feb 2018
Freshness of blood makes no difference for transfusions
An international study recently published in the New England Journal of Medicine reveals the duration of storage of red blood cells prior to transfusion makes no difference to the survival rate of critically ill patients.
21 Feb 2018
Modern day angel to watch over hospital
An impressive, three metre-tall sculpture created by artist Robert Hague, has been installed in the grounds at St John of God Murdoch Hospital to recognise the 25th anniversary of volunteering at the Hospital.
15 Feb 2018
Virtual reality goggles creating a safe space for our youngest patients
Virtual reality goggles are now in use with some of our youngest patients at St John of God Murdoch Hospital’s new paediatric ward after a successful pilot program
15 Feb 2018
Generous support for Horizon House over the holidays
The spirit of giving came to life for our St John of God (SJG) Horizon Houses across Victoria and WA during the summer holidays thanks to the generous support of their local SJG Hospitals and business communities.
14 Feb 2018
Tiny pacemaker offers latest in technology
A pacemaker no bigger than a vitamin or heavier than a small coin is having an enormous impact on how cardiologists at St John of God Murdoch Hospital treat their patients with bradycardia, or a slow heartbeat.
5 Feb 2018
Planning a pregnancy? We’ll see you in September
Women planning a pregnancy this month or next should choose their obstetrician and maternity hospital soon after data released today by one of Australia’s leading maternity care providers shows their busiest birth dates are nine months from now.
2 Feb 2018
New drug trial gives Alex back his life
Your support of the St John of God Foundation can help save lives in your local community, just like Alex’s.
2 Feb 2018
Innovation and motivation recognised in inaugural safety awards
An innovative solution to transporting oxygen bottles, going the extra yard to ensure safety compliance and creating a safety culture in Timor-Leste were celebrated at St John of God Health Care’s inaugural safety awards.