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Global clinical trial reveals safest, most effective antibiotics for golden staph bloodstream infections

19 June 2026

A landmark international clinical trial has identified the optimal antibiotics for golden staph bloodstream infections, a breakthrough that is set to reshape treatment for the life-threatening condition.

Celebrating 20 years of the Victorian Cancer Biobank

19 June 2026

For 20 years, the Victorian Cancer Biobank has helped accelerate cancer research by connecting the generosity of thousands of donors with the expertise of researchers, clinicians and health services across Victoria.

A love letter to the Royal Melbourne Hospital Intensive Care Unit by Peter McCormack

11 June 2026

On the 15 June 1978, I was involved in a near-fatal collision – car with drunk driver versus my motorbike and I. 

From a near-death experience to research breakthroughs – Lauren’s journey with porphyria  

11 June 2026

It was only after a severe attack and a stay in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) that Lauren’s metabolic disorder was identified as Acute Intermittent Porphyria (AIP). 

Celebrating the RMH staff recognised in 2026 King’s Birthday Honours

10 June 2026

Congratulations to the RMH staff recognised in the 2026 King's Birthday Honours.

Across generations and cultures, RMH volunteers find common purpose

21 May 2026

Despite coming from different backgrounds and life experiences, Nhat and Nazih have found common ground in their shared commitment to helping others as volunteers at the Royal Melbourne Hospital (RMH).

How a simple phone call helps support older persons with delirium

19 May 2026

Developed by the RMH Residential in Reach team, the Post Discharge Delirium Pathway has made significant impact in reducing unplanned hospital readmissions for older patients with delirium.

Virtual Hospital Pilot program brings care home to more Victorians

09 April 2026

Patient Linda Vella underwent a triple bypass but was able to recover at home, thanks to the Virtual Hospital Pilot program.

Need an Electronic Medical Record fix? Call our Band of Builders

06 April 2026

Meet the Band of Builders (BoB), the RMH’s very own crew of clinicians driving digital transformation across Allied Health.

Welcoming the RMH’s new Chief Transformation Officer, Professor Peter Steel

27 March 2026

The Royal Melbourne Hospital (RMH) is pleased to announce the commencement of Professor Peter Steel in a landmark joint role between the RMH and the University of Melbourne.
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Mobile Stroke Unit with Ambulance Victoria paramedic and the RMH Stroke team

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