New family violence screening
Pregnant women are now screened during their antenatal appointments at the Women's, with a trial showing six per cent of women disclosing family violence experience during the eight-week trial.
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International leader in fight against cervical cancer delivers Tracy Maund OrationThe Oration was presented by Professor Karen Canfell, who spoke about progress in the global fight against cervical cancer.
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The Women’s recognised for its commitment to breastfeedingThe Baby Friendly Health Initiative has praised the Royal Women’s Hospital for its efforts to promote, encourage and support breastfeeding.
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Volunteers needed for Women’s Emergency CentreRecruitment is underway for 25 volunteers to give 4 hours of their week to support women and their families attending the Emergency Care centre.
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Period packs dispensed for free for those in need at the Women’sA vending machine dispensing packs of tampons and sanitary pads has been installed at the Royal Women’s Hospital to increase access to these essential products for women and girls.
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Pēpi-Pods launched at the Women’sWomen now have the option of using a new type of cot for their newborn babies to keep them closer and safer in their first few days of life.
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More young cancer patients to have access to cutting-edge fertility preservationA pioneering service to transport, freeze and store reproductive tissue for young cancer patients is being led by a team of fertility specialists at the Royal Women’s Hospital, thanks to a generous grant from Sony Foundation.
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