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A new table tennis program at Caulfield Hospital is providing patients with another form of activity to promote recovery, thanks to a collaboration with Table Tennis Victoria.

Human clinical trials of a world-first peanut allergy treatment will begin in Melbourne next month, with researchers focussing on the molecular parts of the potent nut allergen that are needed to build tolerance, while removing the risk of a severe reaction.

Gastro illnesses are particularly common in the community at this time of the year, so it is important visitors wash their hands – or use the hand gel located around the hospital – before and after visiting.

Who would make medical decisions on your behalf if you couldn’t speak for yourself? Would those closest to you know what you would want?

Who would make medical decisions on your behalf if you couldn’t speak for yourself? Would those closest to you know what you would want?