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26 Nov 2020

Arthritis drug effective in treating sickest COVID-19 patients

An international study chaired by St John of God Subiaco Hospital Intensivist Prof Steve Webb has found that critically ill patients with COVID-19 have improved outcomes when treated with a drug that reduces inflammation by modifying the immune system.

23 Nov 2020

125 year anniversary of the Sisters of St John of God’s arrival in Australia

On 25 November 1895 the Sisters of St John of God arrived in Perth, Western Australia after a long journey from Wexford, Ireland. Their arrival in Perth was significant as they would go on to provide healing and hope to the newly established colony and forever change the healthcare landscape in Australia.

19 Nov 2020

Caregivers recognise World Prematurity Day

Caregivers from St John of God Subiaco Hospital’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit wore purple on Tuesday 17 November in recognition of World Prematurity Day.

17 Nov 2020

Subiaco Year of the Nurse and Midwife Spotlight Featuring Heather Marin

In this Year of the Nurse and Midwife spotlight, we speak with St John of God Subiaco Hospital Nurse Manager of Antenatal/Postnatal Wards, Heather Marin.

13 Nov 2020

St John of God Subiaco Hospital celebrates NAIDOC Week

On 12 November, St John of God Subiaco Hospital Caregivers, patients and their visitors enjoyed a traditional Smoking Ceremony conducted by Aboriginal Custodian Senior Whadjuk Joshua McGuire and traditional music played by Noongar Leader Ken Hayward.