News

21 November 2024

I’ve been referred to the Maternal Fetal Medicine department – what should I expect?

You may be referred to the Maternal Fetal Medicine Unit for many reasons, including if your pregnancy is showing signs of complications or you have a complex twin pregnancy.

18 November 2024

Sunshine Coast Health staff stand up against domestic and family violence

Sunshine Coast Health staff have undergone training to empower them to stand up against domestic and family violence, at a special White Ribbon Day event.

15 November 2024

5 steps to a Schoolies week you won’t forget

Finishing school for good deserves some solid celebrations. With so much excitement to get caught up in, here’s some hot tips from our Trauma Service and Sexual Health team to stay safe and healthy. Your adult life starts now, so start it strong

13 November 2024

'The consequences could be life changing': Nurses' advice for a safe and healthy Schoolies

Sunshine Coast Health's Trauma Service and the Sexual Health team are urging parents to chat with their teenagers this week, about how to stay safe and healthy through Schoolies celebrations. 

06 November 2024

New equipment helping SCUH specialist to see developing babies in more detail

A new ultrasound machine at Sunshine Coast University Hospital is helping local women with complex pregnancies access advanced rapid imaging, diagnostics and medical care.

30 October 2024

Heartwarming clap out for rehabilitation patient

A rehabilitation patient at Sunshine Coast University Hospital was met with a crowd of cheers when he walked out of hospital this week, after a bicycle accident left him paralysed earlier this year.

23 October 2024

Gympie Hospital ED opens second triage space to help patient flow

A ‘game-changing’ second triage room has been developed in Gympie Hospital’s Emergency Department, to help patients be seen faster and assist staff managing increasing numbers of presentations.

16 October 2024

Breast Cancer Awareness Month

A Sunshine Coast breast cancer survivor has shared her story of recovery, to inspire other women to get a breast screen as part of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

10 October 2024

Sunshine Coast Health surgeon completes first rib fixation operation

In a first for Sunshine Coast Health, one of our surgeons has completed a rib fixation operation on a trauma patient.