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New Leukemia treatment dubbed 'a magic bullet' 25 September 2019 Researchers from RPH’s Haematology department have helped uncover a new drug that can contain/treat a type of aggressive Leukemia. The immunotherapy is so effective they've dubbed it "the magic bullet". The magic bullet includes two pills taken every day and a small injection of chemotherapy seven days a month. It's a form of immunotherapy that works by targeting mutant proteins in the blood. Howard Kurth is the first patient in Australia to undergo the treatment. He was diagnosed with the cancer, called Acute Myeloid Leukaemia, two years ago. He says he was given just days to live. Mr Kurth’s health was so bad he wasn't eligible for typical chemotherapy. But thanks to the new treatment he's just celebrated his 80th birthday. Haematology’s Dr Peter Tan says they are now using the results to personalise treatments. "What we're trying to find are certain markers to person... -
Congratulations to our 2019 WA Health Excellence Awards finalists 20 September 2019 At East Metropolitan Health Service we strive to achieve the best outcomes in everything we do, and we are always working to improve the way we deliver our services as part of our commitment to our vision of healthy people, amazing care. As such, it is always exciting to be able to acknowledge some of the excellent projects and work programs our staff are involved in. We're pleased to announce that nine very special projects have been recognised as finalists in the 2019 WA Health Excellence Awards. Congratulations to the following finalists: Category one: Managing resources efficiently and effectively Choosing Wisely: Eliminating Unnecessary Tests, Treatments and Procedures – Royal Perth Bentley Group Endoscopy Preadmission Nurse Clinic (Gastroenterology and Hepatology) – Royal Perth Bentley Group Category two: Engaging with consumers, carers and the community ... -
Recognising R U Ok Day across EMHS 13 September 2019 In recognition of R U OK Day, there were a number of events and activities around the EMHS sites this week to encourage staff, patients and visitors to ask each other and ourselves, R U OK? The activities at Bentley Health Service included a staff information stall in front of the hospital, which shared resources about mental health from the hospital and organisations like Lifeline and Converge. BHS also hosted a yoga session and a mindfulness and relaxation session to raise awareness of positive wellbeing activities. At Royal Perth Hospital, the EMHS Community and Population Health and Aboriginal Community Health teams hosted an information stall to speak with staff, patients and visitors about the importance of mental Health. The teams were also at the Nidjalla Waangan Mia Health Centre in Mandurah, providing mental health resources and a lunch of fresh fruit and pumpkin soup. At K... -
Moore Street Level Crossing permanent closure from 1 October 2019 11 September 2019 Due to ongoing safety concerns and increasing operational closures affecting traffic flow, the Perth Transport Authority (PTA) has advised the Moore Street Level Crossing will be permanently closed from Tuesday 1 October 2019. This includes road access between Pier and Moore streets, as well as the pedestrian level crossing on the western side of Moore Street. The eastern pedestrian level crossing, which provides access to McIver Station platforms 2 and 3, will remain open. Following the closure and further design consultation Moore and Pier streets will become cul-de-sacs on approach to the crossing. How will this impact Royal Perth Hospital parking? Access to the Royal Perth Hospital multi-level parking will not be affected by the closure. Staff and patients who normally access the Moore Street car park from Pier Street will now be required to enter via the Wellington Street and Lord S... -
Alison's patient journey through speech therapy 27 August 2019 This Speech Pathology week we are working to raise awareness of the Speech Pathology profession, and the clinicians who work in the field. We spoke to Alison, one of our patients, whose 18 month journey through speech therapy with BHS Speech Pathologist Natasha (pictured) has changed her life. Here is Alison’s story, in her own words: “Throughout my life, I have always loved singing, even as a small child. While I raised my four children, I was a private piano and guitar teacher and led the music at church and community functions. Once my children grew up and left home, I went to university and studied to become a classroom music teacher, which gave me the opportunity to sing all day with my students. I am also involved in the school choir program and concert bands, so my voice is incredibly important to me and my work. In January of 2018 I had my thyroid removed due to cancer. The tu...
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21/05/2025