The RMH welcomes first cohort of nursing graduates for 2024 News article
This week the Royal Melbourne Hospital (RMH) welcomed 76 new nursing graduates, marking the first of three intakes for the year. They have commenced their 54-week Transition to Practice Program, which involves rotations in two clinical areas.
https://thermh-prod.thirststudios.io/news/the-rmh-welcomes-first-cohort-of-nursing-graduates-for-2024Trial to assess a new tablet for plaque psoriasis Research study
Plaque psoriasis is an autoimmune condition characterised by dry, itchy and scaly skin patches. This trial investigates whether people with plaque psoriasis may be able to take an oral treatment to improve the condition.
https://thermh-prod.thirststudios.io/research/clinical-trials-research-studies/icon-lead-a-clinical-trial-to-assess-the-safety-and-effectiveness-of-a-new-tablet-for-plaque-psoriasisAssessing a new tablet for plaque psoriasis Research study
Understanding the effect of medication on the body's inflammatory response may lead to new treatments for autoimmune conditions, including psoriasis.
https://thermh-prod.thirststudios.io/research/clinical-trials-research-studies/iconic-advance-2-a-clinical-trial-to-assess-the-safety-and-effectiveness-of-a-new-tablet-for-plaque-psoriasisNew treatment for moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis Research study
Treatments that are highly selective in inhibiting the body's immune response have the potential to increase quality of life for people with plaque psoriasis.
https://thermh-prod.thirststudios.io/research/clinical-trials-research-studies/evaluating-the-efficacy-safety-and-tolerability-of-a-new-treatment-for-people-with-moderate-to-severe-plaque-psoriasisRitlecitinib in adults with non-segmental vitiligo Research study
This trial is investigating a medication for treating people living with non-segmental vitiligo.
https://thermh-prod.thirststudios.io/research/clinical-trials-research-studies/new-treatment-for-vitiligoA new potential therapy for depression Research study
This large international trial will examine the efficacy and safety of a new potential therapy for treatment-resistant depression.
https://thermh-prod.thirststudios.io/research/clinical-trials-research-studies/a-new-potential-therapy-for-depressionMedia recap: Celebrating stories from the RMH in 2023 News article
Take a look back at our top media stories of 2023.
https://thermh-prod.thirststudios.io/news/media-recap-celebrating-stories-from-the-rmh-in-2023World first at-home test for diabetes proven to work News article
A new study at the RMH has confirmed that an at-home blood test for diagnosing type 1 diabetes is accurate and preferred by consumers.
https://thermh-prod.thirststudios.io/news/world-first-at-home-test-for-diabetes-proven-to-workCouple both diagnosed with leukaemia marry in special ceremony News article
Leukaemia patients Pat and Trish married last week.
https://thermh-prod.thirststudios.io/news/couple-both-diagnosed-with-leukaemia-marry-in-special-ceremonyThe RMH clinicians receive NHMRC funding News article
Congratulations to several RMH clinicians who have been awarded NHMRC Investigator Grants, announced on Friday.
https://thermh-prod.thirststudios.io/news/the-rmh-clinicians-receive-nhmrc-fundingTwo doctors awarded UniMelb’s Strategic Grants for Outstanding Women News article
Two Royal Melbourne Hospital (RMH) doctors have been listed among the recipients for the 2023 Melbourne Medical School's Strategic Grants for Outstanding Women.
https://thermh-prod.thirststudios.io/news/two-doctors-award-uni-melb-grantsNew test could make recovery better for transplant patients News article
A new test is being developed to better monitor a drug used post-kidney transplant.
https://thermh-prod.thirststudios.io/news/new-test-could-make-recovery-better-for-transplant-patientsThe RMH implants world-first prostate cancer device with hopes of preserving sexual function News article
Urological surgeon Mr Phil Dundee is part of a world-first trial for prostate cancer patients.
https://thermh-prod.thirststudios.io/news/the-rmh-implants-world-first-prostate-cancer-device-with-hopes-of-preserving-sexual-functionLandmark trial reduces radiation for breast cancer treatment News article
A landmark breast cancer trial has shown radiation therapy may be safely omitted from treatment for some people.
https://thermh-prod.thirststudios.io/news/landmark-trial-reduces-radiation-for-breast-cancer-treatmentCommon drug could help slow Type 1 diabetes News article
A drug used to treat immune diseases could help suppress the progression of Type 1 diabetes.
https://thermh-prod.thirststudios.io/news/common-drug-could-help-slow-type-1-diabetesStroke patient Greg is all heart News article
Stroke patient Greg is bouncing back 12 months on.
https://thermh-prod.thirststudios.io/news/stroke-patient-greg-is-all-heartNeural mechanisms of ketamine antidepressant treatment Research study
The NeuroKet study aims to understand how ketamine works as an antidepressant medication. To find out, we are looking at brain activity using Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scans.
https://thermh-prod.thirststudios.io/research/clinical-trials-research-studies/neural-mechanisms-of-ketamine-antidepressant-treatmentVictorian Immunobullous Service RMH Service
Our multidisciplinary immunobullous diseases service manages patients with all types of blistering autoimmune diseases, including those with oral mucosal involvement.
https://thermh-prod.thirststudios.io/services/dermatology/victorian-immunobullous-serviceNew plan to drive great care for people with disability News article
The RMH has launched its new Disability Action Plan 2023-26 as part of the celebrations in the lead up to International Day of People with Disability.
https://thermh-prod.thirststudios.io/news/new-plan-to-drive-great-care-for-people-with-disabilityWhether you go to the Emergency Department for care depends on the severity and urgency of your illness or injury.
https://thermh-prod.thirststudios.io/services/emergency/about-emergency/should-i-go-to-emergency