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Technology fast tracks early skin cancer detection

10 November 2022

In a possible breakthrough for the early detection and diagnosis of skin cancer, Victorian researchers are testing how artificial intelligence (AI) can become a powerful and readily accessible tool for dermatologists.

cancer

melanoma

research & innovation

Pharmacists on the trauma frontline

10 November 2022

An Australian-first program in which specially-trained pharmacists are immediately involved in the care of critically unwell patients is helping to save lives at The Alfred.

emergency & trauma

Proximity to care key to sexual health

10 November 2022

Patients who need to travel greater distances for sexual health support often leave worrying symptoms unchecked, according to new research from Alfred Health’s Melbourne Sexual Health Centre.

sexual health

Hepatitis C elimination a step closer

3 November 2022

Researchers at The Alfred and Burnet Institute believe elimination of Hepatitis C in Australia is within reach.

patients

research & innovation

‘Holy grail’ in heart valve replacement surgery

27 October 2022

In a Victorian first, a new keyhole procedure at The Alfred is giving hope to patients with a common yet deadly heart valve disease who have been previously considered ineligible for lifesaving surgery due to their age or health.

heart

research & innovation

Using lived experience to support others

13 October 2022

Meet Bridie.   She’s a Youth Peer Support Worker in our Youth Mental Health Eating Disorders Program.

mental health

patients

Staff and survivors reflect on Bali bombings 20 years on

12 October 2022

Twenty years may have passed, but for Bali bombing survivor Dale Atkin his time at The Alfred seems like it was “just yesterday.”

emergency & trauma

patients

staff

New technology enhances brain cancer treatment

11 October 2022

In a Victorian first, a new radiotherapy software which promises to significantly enhance treatment precision and cut planning time is being used for brain cancer patients at The Alfred. 

cancer

patients

radiation therapy

Moments of mindfulness bring calm to busy teams

10 October 2022

A few moments of guided mindfulness amongst busy hospital teams can significantly improve staff wellbeing, connection and potentially patient outcomes, says a new study out of Alfred Health.

mental health

research & innovation

staff

Reaching out to vulnerable Victorians

3 October 2022

It’s the small things that have the biggest impact on social worker Debbie Sulman and her team at Alfred Health’s Homeless Outreach Psychiatric Service (HOPS). 

mental health

patients

staff