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Phase I of peanut trial shows promising results

26 February 2019

The Phase I trial of a world-first peanut allergy immunotherapy has shown positive results, researchers have revealed.

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Sandringham and Caulfield Hospitals cut back on sugar

30 January 2019

Sugary drinks are no longer on the menu at Caulfield and Sandringham hospitals in a major push to curb sugar intake and promote healthier choices. 

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New research aims to unearth ‘hidden’ HIV

30 November 2018

Researchers have identified a way to unearth 'hidden' HIV cells, which will provide vital information towards finding a cure for the disease.

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Helping men navigate prostate cancer treatment

20 November 2018

Being told you have prostate cancer is a terrifying experience for many men – and it’s one Peter knows well. When he received his diagnosis, Peter was convinced he had just six months to live.

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Hope for incurable cancer

23 October 2018

Cancer patients with multiple tumours are being given more time as strong evidence emerges about the best way to treat them using modern radiotherapy.

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A simple call reduces readmission

11 July 2018

Aged care patients at Caulfield Hospital are now less likely to be readmitted after they leave hospital thanks to a simple initiative that’s gaining world-wide attention.

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New tablet treats hayfever and thunderstorm asthma

18 June 2018

A tablet used to treat chronic hayfever could protect sufferers from future thunderstorm asthma events, researchers at The Alfred have found.

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Flu season worst on record for ICUs

31 May 2018

Last year’s flu season was more severe than the 2009 swine flu outbreak and saw one in four ICU beds occupied by patients suffering severe complications from the flu, researchers at The Alfred have confirmed.

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National recognition for Alfred Health pharmacist

28 May 2018

Research that has resulted in pharmacists and junior doctors working more collaboratively to improve medication safety for patients leaving hospital has been recognised with a national award from the Medical Journal of Australia.

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Global Alfred trial solves age-old debate

10 May 2018

A global study led by The Alfred has found giving patients more IV fluids during surgery can reduce the risk of kidney damage and wound infection post-surgery, solving a decades-old debate.

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