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Mater Private Hospital Brisbane plastic and reconstructive surgeon Dr Diana Kennedy has successfully performed several life-changing surgeries to restore the function of four-year-old Lewis Porter's limbs. Lewis (4) was born with a rare congenital disorder known as Constriction Ring Syndrome, which affects one in 1200 newborns. Dr Diana Kennedy performed multiple surgeries on Lewis, the first when he was just seven months old, to release the bands constricting his limbs. Without the surgeries, Lewis' limbs may have required amputation due to ongoing nerve and vessel damage. Read more 👉 https://lnkd.in/g_zMgNNZ

While feelings of stress and anxiety are normal around natural disasters, sometime these can linger longer than we’d like. Mater Emotional Health Unit Nurse Practitioner Chris Leary warns that cases of ‘cyclone anxiety’ may arise, triggering low moods and anxiety in young adults and children. “Keep an eye out for changes in your child’s behaviour, including withdrawal from social situations, agitation, increased irritability, changes in sleeping or eating patterns, and complaining about aches and pains they have never had before,” he said. “If you have any concerns, talk to your GP in the first instance.” https://lnkd.in/g4RPsJD4

We have been so inspired by the strength and resilience shown across the community, but most particularly by our Mater People. Over 400 staff packed their pillows and sleeping bags to stay overnight and ensure our patients were cared for and essential services continued around the clock. From the Mater Education teams who converted classrooms into staff dormitories to the army of clinical and non-clinical staff who kept kitchens, wards, systems and switchboards operational, your hard work did not go unnoticed. We are truly grateful. You are champions 💙 #cyclonealfred #materpeople

Health alert ⚠️ Let’s do some maths: Queensland + Alfred = humidity + water = mould As the flood waters subside, the mould is likely to grow. According to Mater's Director of Infectious Diseases, Professor Paul Griffin, mould spores can seriously affect your health if inhaled. Here are some top tips on staying safe while cleaning up. #cyclonealfred #cyclonerecovery #mould

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗸 𝗱𝗼𝗲𝘀𝗻'𝘁 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗱𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗱𝘄𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀. Infectious Diseases Director Dr Paul Griffin is warning Queenslanders to stay safe when cleaning up from Tropical Cyclone Alfred.

Flood waters can bring deadly bacteria after a severe weather event. Swipe to learn more about flood-borne bacteria 👉

Slam dunking into healthcare careers! 🏀 Young and talented Townsville Fire Academy players traded their uniforms for scrubs and experienced some hands-on action at Mater Private Hospital Townsville recently. From learning about wound care and physiotherapy to rehabilitation, the players had a taste of life as a healthcare worker. Mater is a proud sponsor of the basketball team and in supporting players to thrive both on and off the court 💪 A shoutout to Mater’s Allied Health team in Townsville for inspiring the next generation. 🙌 #townsvillefire #physio #Alliedhealth

Exciting news for Bundaberg…our theatre upgrade is now complete! 🩺 Mater Private Hospital Bundaberg’s theatre suite now allows: 🔷 Two orthopaedic surgeons to operate concurrently 🔷 More arthroplasty, joint replacements and major orthopaedic procedures 🔷 Improved patient and clinician flow We proudly welcomed Member for Burnett Stephen Bennett to tour the newly renovated suites, purpose-built to meet the healthcare needs of Bundaberg and Wide Bay. #Construction #Bundaberg #Theatreupgrade #materqld #MPHBg

A new study at Mater Hospital Brisbane is giving hope to Multiple Sclerosis (MS) sufferers. The TAURUS.2 study targets brain cells with electromagnetic waves in a process known as repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS). Director of Neurosciences Dr Andrew Swayne said the trial could potentially enable MS patients to regain their quality of life. “It ventures into an area that, so far, has proven out of reach for the MS population – maintaining or repairing health status,” Dr Swayne said. Find out more about the trial here 👉 mater.li/ms-stim

This week, we welcomed Minister for Health and Ambulance Services the Hon Tim Nicholls MP on site for a tour of Mater Hospital Springfield. Check out some of the highlights here! 👇👇👇 Queensland Health Patrick Brady Mike Beckmann Suzanne Hawksley Springfield City Group David Crisafulli MP