News

Preventable ladder falls causing severe injuries

19 December 2018

Trauma specialists are urging Victorians to take care cleaning gutters and preparing the home for Christmas as the number of patients arriving at The Alfred with life-threatening injuries caused by ladder falls continues to rise.

emergency & trauma

Family violence is a serious health issue

28 November 2018

With healthcare workers in a unique position to identify family violence, Alfred Health is supporting staff to respond sensitively and safely to patients needing help.

staff

Older adults keeping strong and socially active at CCHS

20 November 2018

Almost 1500 older adults participate in strength training and hydrotherapy programs every week at Caulfield Community Health Service (CCHS).

aged care

allied health

Supporting patients living with diabetes

14 November 2018

Alfred Health has a team of more than a dozen nurses whose sole focus is on treating and educating patients who are living with diabetes.

diabetes

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.

cancer

research & innovation

Alfred Health recognised for excellence in healthcare

12 October 2018

Alfred Health was named Premier’s Large Public Health Service of the Year at the Victorian Public Healthcare Awards on Thursday night.

staff

Furry volunteer a welcome distraction for patients

25 September 2018

Being in hospital can be a challenging time. While doctors, nurses and allied health professionals provide medical care, the mental and spiritual health of patients is also important. That’s where Caulfield Hospital’s furry volunteer Veezey can help.

volunteers

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.

aged care

research & innovation

Music the medicine for teacher’s recovery

6 July 2018

For Melbourne-based high school teacher, David Schenkel, the road to recovery from an acquired brain injury has been a long one but, buoyed by rehabilitation and a passion for making music, he continues to improve each day.

allied health

Diabetes service empowers community

5 June 2018

A new education program at Caulfield Community Health Service (CCHS) is empowering people who live with type 2 diabetes to better manage their condition.

nutrition

patients