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Alfred Health Infectious Diseases Physician, Edwina Wright, says HIV-related stigma is a leading reason why people don't get tested for HIV and don't access healthcare.

Did you know that one in four Australian women have experienced family violence since the age of 15?

Caulfield Hospital’s geriatricians have expanded their service to older people in residential aged care facilities who may experience distress and discomfort associated with travelling to appointments.

Caulfield Hospital has expanded its services for cardiac patients with the arrival of a new cardiologist.

A life-threatening stroke shook John Cole into taking serious steps to improve his health – most notably he stopped smoking.

A traumatic brain injury in July 2017 left 48-year-old Mark unable to move or communicate. After eighteen months of care and support from Alfred Health staff, along with his own strength and determination, Mark is now active and social, and he’s been invited back to hospital to mentor other patients.

Emma O’Kelly was living large when an extremely rare auto-immune disease unexpectedly plunged the 22-year-old into the long-term health care system.

Eleni was diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease in 2012, sending a shock through the family. Eleni’s daughter Nina slowly found herself taking on the primary caring role.

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.