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Under the microscope
August 2021
Thanks to your donations, a new ENT microscope has been purchased for Footscray Hospital.
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Grant to lead the way
August 2021
Western Health Foundation has received a $50k boost through Perpetual's IMPACT Philanthropy Application Program. Read more
Using telehealth for fractures
August 2021
A grant from the Western Health Foundation is supporting research into the application of virtual technology in the diagnosis and treament of fractures. Read more
At the heart of innovation
July 2021
The Western Health Foundation has committed to supporting phase two of the Western Health Electronic Medical Record (EMR) project, with the purchase of 30 wireless electrocardiogram (ECG) machines to provide accurate and timely diagnosis of heart disease. Read more
Getting the jab done
July 2021
Lisa Smith is the Project Director for the Western Health COVID vaccination program. We sat down with her to get a behind the scenes look at what's invovled in managing such a large-scale program. Read more
Chirping up sick kids
June 2021
A colourful new mural is bringing joy to sick kids at the Joan Kirner Women's and Children's at Sunshine Hospital. Read more
Golden Anniversary Celebrations
May 2021
Members of the Maribyrnong Auxiliary came together during National Volunteer Week to celebrate 50 years of service to Western Health, with founding member June Ivory receiving a standing ovation
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Western Health nurses leading innovative change - International Nurses Day 12 May 2021
May 2021
This year's theme for International Nurses Day is - A Vision for Future Healthcare - focusing on the changes to and innovations in nursing and how this is shaping the future of healthcare. The Western Health Electronic Medical Record (EMR) Project, a major deliverable under Western Health's Digital Health Strategy, is providing nurses with accurate and real-time information about patients that has not only improved operational efficiency and patient safety, but is empowering nurses to make decisions at the point of care. Read more
Golf day scores hole-in-one for Western Health
April 2021
After 14 months of restrictions, Western Health Foundation was excited to stage its first post-COVID fundraising event on Friday 30 April with the Western Health Corporate Golf Day. The event saw 104 golfers take to the course at Medway Golf Club Maribyrnong, raising over $112,000 in support of Western Health. Read more
Supporter spotlight - Concrete Constructions
April 2021
Concrete Construction Systems have pledged their support to help transform the health of Melbourne's west through signing up as a corporate sponsor of the Western Health Foundation.
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Cashing in on a good cause
April 2021
Local business owner Bao Phan from VN Wrap N Roll is one of many across Melbourne's west who are jumping on board to support Western Health by hosting collection boxes in their stores. The program encourages customers to deposit their loose change to support their local healths service. Read more
Midwives lead the way on waste reduction
April 2021
A team of enthusiastic midwives are taking an active role in reducing medical waste through implementing a series of sustainability measures thanks to a grant from the Western Health Foundation. Read more
Bladder scanners aid diagnosis
April 2021
Donations to the Western Health Foundation have provided five bladder scanners for Sunshine Hospital to aid in the diagnosis of patients with urinary retention. The scanners provide a safe and non-invasive means to assess a patient's bladder functionality. Read more
Art exhibition raises $30,000
April 2021
An exhibition featuring artworks from former Western Health anaesthetist Dr Bob Smith has raised over $30,000 to support patient and research. Read more
New hospital to transform health of the west
March 2021
Western Health has hit a major milestone with construction commencing on the long-awaited new Footscray Hospital. Set to open in 2025, this state-of-the-art facility will significantly transform the health and wellbeing of Melbourne's west, with capacity to treat an additional 15,000 patients per year.
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Expanded emergency department opens
March 2021
The Sunshine Hospital Emergency Department has undergone a major expansion with stage one of the project officially opening on March 17. The expansion includes a dedicated children's area with donations to Western Health Foundation providing for additional features to be installed in the coming months. Read more
New clinic to help Close the Gap
March 2021
A collaboration between Western Health and Deakin University is breaking down barriers to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people receiving outpatient support and, in doing so, is working towards Closing the Gap. Read more
Williamstown Hospital Op Shop launches eBay store
February 2021
Find that hidden treasure from the comfort of your couch while supporting best care for patients at Williamstown Hospital by shopping online at the newly launched Williamstown Hospital Op Shop eBay Store. Read more
Giving makes good cents
February 2021
Giving back to their local community is important to the Tran family. The St Albans family of five raised $450 last year in support of Sunshine Hospital after saving their gold coins. Read more
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