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Eating disorders on the rise

28 November 2021

A dramatic increase in the number of young people presenting to health services with serious eating disorders is one of the most concerning trends to come out of COVID-19, say mental health experts.

youth mental health

The Alfred’s ICU still busier than ever

27 November 2021

The Alfred’s ICU is busier than ever, treating some of the country’s most critically ill patients in record numbers.

covid-19

icu

Age-old STI once again on the rise

26 November 2021

An Alfred Health study has revealed gonorrhoea infections in Victoria have dramatically increased over the past decade.

research & innovation

sexual health

Hercules arrives to take on record testing

26 November 2021

When you think of the mythological Hercules, you think of strength, brute force and size.

covid-19

pathology

Positive care beyond hospital walls

18 November 2021

More than 1000 Victorian’s were being supported by The Alfred’s COVID-19 Positive Community Pathways program last month – part of the coordinated effort to provide oversight, care and support for those quarantining at home.

patients

research & innovation

Remembrance Day 2021

10 November 2021

Alfred Health will join other Australians in marking Remembrance Day on November 11. As The Alfred marks its 150th anniversary, archivist Peter Frawley reflected on the long and respected history support provided by staff during times of conflict.

events

staff

Sergio’s lifesaving 100 days on ECMO

27 October 2021

When Sergio felt a tingling sensation in the back of his throat, he quickly went and got tested for COVID-19.

covid-19

ecmo

emergency & trauma

Major upgrades to The Alfred’s Hyperbaric chamber complete

20 October 2021

The Alfred’s Hyperbaric chamber has undergone a significant refurbishment, allowing the statewide service to continue to provide world-class care.

emergency & trauma

hyperbaric medicine

Community Vaccination Series Session 2

11 October 2021

Alfred Health Infectious diseases physician and immunisation expert Prof Michelle Giles will be joined by A/Prof Kate Stern, Head of Reproductive Services at The Royal Women's Hospital to share all you need to know about vaccination and fertility.

covid-19

covid-19 seminar

Keeping hearts alive outside the body

11 October 2021

A ground-breaking trial taking place across Australia and New Zealand could change the future of heart transplantation, potentially enabling up to 15 per cent more heart transplants to occur each year.

heart

research & innovation

transplant