News

Lockdown leads to spike in drinking

20 May 2020

While Victorians were locked down under stage 3 restrictions, alcohol sales increased thirty-four per cent compared to the same time last year. Addictions psychiatrist Pat Tolan has shed some light on why the COVID-19 restrictions are causing some people to drink more - and what implications that might have post-COVID. Dr Tolan gives an insight into why he thinks increased alcohol intake is a problem and offers some suggestions of what we can do instead of drinking.

covid-19

mental health

Lifesaving trial moves to Tasmania

8 May 2020

Before COVID-19 struck, Natalia Rodriguez had been travelling from Launceston to The Alfred Oncology Unit every three weeks to take part in a clinical trial that could save her life.

cancer

clinical trials

research & innovation

Cracking the code on COVID-19

29 April 2020

Dr James McMahon, Infectious Diseases physician and Head of Clinical Research at the Alfred Hospital and Monash University, has his sights set on cracking the immunity code of COVID-19.

covid-19

research & innovation

Emergency department lull as Victorians stay home

18 April 2020

Emergency department presentations at The Alfred and Sandringham Hospital remain at their lowest levels in years as Victorians continue to adhere to the stage-three COVID-19 restrictions and stay home.

emergency & trauma

The Alfred prepares for COVID-19

17 April 2020

In response to the COVID-19 global health crisis, The Alfred has significantly increased its capacity to care for critically ill patients with major expansions to its Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and Emergency Department (ED).

covid-19

emergency & trauma

Take care in the kitchen

9 April 2020

The Alfred has admitted multiple patients with severe cooking-related burns since the state’s stage 3 lockdown came into effect, and specialists are urging people at home to take greater care or risk life-long injuries.

emergency & trauma

Stay home and stay well

3 April 2020

We’re urging our community to stay home as much as possible to help limit the spread of COVID-19. By staying at home and limiting your contact with other people, you can all help to reduce the spread of the virus, and reduce its impact on the healthcare system. 

covid-19

The Alfred: COVID-19 cases (updated)

2 April 2020

Two COVID-19 positive patients from The Alfred’s haematology and oncology ward remain in a stable condition, while 10 staff have the virus and are recovering at home.  A third patient who had tested positive for COVID-19 has now died.

covid-19

Coping with COVID-19 anxiety

26 March 2020

With so much change and uncertainty in the current environment, many people are struggling with their mental health and suffering increased anxiety. Alfred Senior Psychologist Luke said this was very common, and has offered some tips to help people cope during difficult times. 

covid-19

mental health

Celebrating inspirational women at Alfred Health

6 March 2020

As part of International Women’s Day (Sunday 8 March), Alfred Health will recognise the significant contribution of women at the organisation.

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