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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

Sandringham Hospital Emergency Department grows

12 September 2022

Sandringham Hospital’s Emergency Department is now bigger and better following the opening of a new space dedicated to patients needing longer observation and support.

emergency & trauma

R U OK? for every day

8 September 2022

As part of RUOK? Day this week, Alfred Health staff from across all sites tuned into a conversation about the importance of compassion for others and for self. 

mental health

respiratory

staff

Emergency Short Stay Unit development underway

3 June 2022

Construction of a single-story Emergency Short Stay Unit (ESSU) is underway at Sandringham Hospital.

emergency & trauma

$4.8m boost for Sandringham Hospital

2 June 2022

Sandringham Hospital’s outpatient facilities will be given a boost with a major upgrade set to deliver a more welcoming environment for patients, and new consultation and treatment spaces.

patients

Thumbs up for over 300 volunteers

20 May 2022

If you’ve visited The Alfred at some point over the last twenty years, chances are you’ve been greeted by a very friendly face.

volunteers

The Alfred COVID-19 Screening Clinic closure

28 April 2022

This Friday (29 April) The Alfred COVID-19 Screening Clinic will close after delivering an incredibly vital service to our staff and community, testing more than 223,200 patients for COVID-19.

covid-19

patients

screening

staff

More surgery planned for Sandringham Hospital

12 April 2022

The establishment of an Acute General Surgical Unit at Alfred Health will improve outcomes for patients, and see senior surgeons spending more time at Sandringham Hospital.

patients

Coffee the secret to a long life

25 March 2022

Drinking coffee could help you live longer according to world-first research by heart specialists at The Alfred.

heart

research & innovation

Celebrating International Women’s Day

8 March 2022

This year we’re celebrating the leading role of women in healthcare as part of International Women’s Day, at a time when women have quite literally been on the frontline supporting the community, while supporting their families.

international women's day

staff