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Far North Clinic wins ECU Centre for Precision Health Consumer Engagement Award 05 February 2026 Congratulations to researchers from Mental Health Service's Neurosciences Unit, who were recently awarded the Edith Cowan University (ECU) Centre for Precision Health's Consumer Involvement in Research Prize for their ongoing work with the Far North Huntington's Mobile Clinic. The Far North Huntington’s Mobile Clinic is a consumer-led, co-designed project aiming to explore how to deliver neurological care on Country to Aboriginal families affected by Huntington’s disease. Senior Research Scientist Melanie Clark thanked her passionate team for going above and beyond for remote communities who often lack the resources and opportunities afforded to less remote areas. "I am incredibly proud of the team, achievement and the difference we are making in remote communities,” she said. “Far North Clinic trips are often the highlight of our year." Families are actively invo...

Australian first surgery for lung cancer 03 February 2026 An Australian first surgery at Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital (SCGH) has enabled a patient with suspected lung cancer to have biopsies taken, cancer confirmed and removed all in one operation, under one anaesthetic. SCGH Executive Director Dr Jodi Graham thanked our innovative Respiratory Team for their dedication to enhance clinical care for lung cancer patients and identifying groundbreaking oppo...

Cutting-edge treatment option for early-stage primary liver cancer 29 January 2026 Congratulations to A/Professor Colin Tang, Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital Radiation Oncology Consultant and Investigator, who recently presented at the Accuray Australasian Symposium on a cutting-edge treatment option for early-stage primary liver cancer. Prof Tang said his work explores whether stereotactic ablative body radiotherapy (SABR) could offer a safer, more effective treatment option for ...

Dr Barry Vieira awarded Parkinsons WA award 23 January 2026 Dr Barry Vieira has recently been awarded the 2025 Janet McLeod Health Professional Award from Parkinsons WA, for the development of the Parkinsons Service at Osborne Park Hospital. Our Parkinsons Service covers statewide referrals and provides a comprehensive approach to diagnosing and managing Parkinsons in older adults. The Janet McLeod Health Professional Award is awarded annually to a health ...

Graylands Hospital volunteer legend Edna celebrates 100th birthday 19 January 2026 Long-serving Graylands Hospital volunteer Edna Prosser recently celebrated her 100th birthday, with a morning tea ceremony held in her honour. Edna has been volunteering with us for an amazing 48 years, for which we are extremely grateful. She continues to volunteer weekly and remains dedicated to serving the hospital community and the many patients and friends she has made over the years. A morn...