2024
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ICT launches AD Separation and Modernisation Project
Northern Health ICT has launched a project aimed at enhancing security, control and efficiency by establishing a dedicated and secure Active Directory (AD). The Active Directory and Separation and Modernisation Project is a major upgrade to Northern Health’s ICT infrastructure, in partnership with Logicalis. Running until September 2024, the project will better protect our systems,
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Congratulations to the recipients of the NH Research Grants Program
Northern Health is committed to strengthening the research culture across the organisation. To support this growth and boost Northern Health’s contributions to the broader research community, a variety of research grants have been made available: Northern Health Foundation Grant ($50,000) – A premier research grant which is a competitive grant based on track record, with
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Refugee Week: Finding freedom
This week is Refugee Week, one of Australia’s peak annual activities to promote greater awareness of refugees, their issues, and their contributions to the Australian community. In 2024, in a world marked by displacement and the search for refuge, this year’s Refugee Week theme is ‘Finding Freedom’, with a focus on family. This theme encapsulates
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World Elder Abuse Awareness Day: Protecting the vulnerable
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) occurs annually on 15 June and aims to raise awareness and voice opposition to violence, abuse and suffering inflicted on older people. Elder abuse is the mistreatment of an older person that has been committed by someone with whom the older person has a relationship of trust, such as
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Get to know: David Abud
#WeAreNorthern Meet David Abud, Radiation and Laser Safety Officer, Biomedical Engineering Department, Northern Health. Q: Firstly, what is your coffee order? A: Latte with an extra shot. Q: You recently started a new role at Northern Health. Tell us a bit more about that. A: I recently started the role of Radiation and Laser Safety
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King’s Birthday Honours for Northern Health staff
Two of our Northern Health family have received recognition in the 2024 King’s Birthday Honours. Dr Sherene Devanesen AM, Board Director, and Dr Amanda Baric AM, Deputy Director, Anaesthesia and Perioperative Medicine, have received the Member of the Order of Australia (AM) in the General Division. The Order of Australia is the nation’s recognition for
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Kellie Le selected for MacHSR Future Leaders Fellowship program
Kellie Le, Early Supported Discharge (ESD) Coordinator, Vascular Surgery and Senior Podiatrist at Northern Health, is one of 10 clinicians across the state selected for the 2024 MacHSR Future Leaders Fellowship program. The program is open for fully qualified clinicians (doctors, nurses and allied health professionals) who are keen to use Health Services Research to
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Abreast with the best: Northern Imaging Victoria
Breast cancer is a significant health concern, and early detection and treatment plays a crucial role in improving survival rates. Northern Imaging Victoria has expanded its breast imaging services with a team of seven Breast Radiologists and dedicated mammography technologists. They have also instituted a new Women’s imaging Fellowship in Radiology, further contributing to the