Genetic testing in the womb gave Mitchell a shot at life
Mitchell Hooper recently celebrated his second birthday – a milestone he might not have lived to see were it not for prenatal genetic testing and precision medicine in the hours immediately after his birth
Paediatric allergy team educates rural and regional nurses
For parents and carers, knowing when to introduce common allergy-causing foods can be really confusing. Recognising this, the Monash Children’s Hospital Allergy Team developed an innovative online education program to strengthen the knowledge and confidence of Maternal and Child Health Nurses across regional and rural Victoria. Since 2016, national infant feeding advice has recommended introducing common allergy-causing foods from 4 to 6 months of age. Unfortunately, confusion persists regarding this guidance among parents, carers and healthcare professionals. Maternal and Child Health Nurses play a unique and vital role in educating families about the safe introduction of allergens during infancy.
Diwali celebrations at Monash Children’s Hospital
Small patients, big problems: Tackling inflammation in childhood
Register today for the 2026 Monash Children’s Hospital Walk
My Room Telethon: supporting children and families affected by cancer
Last Thursday night, Channel 9 hosted the My Room Telethon – raising over $6 million to support children and families affected by cancer across Australia.
Faster alternatives for when your family needs urgent care, but it’s not life-threatening
Springvale RSL: Helping local generosity grow into life-changing support
Taking his first steps as a new dad in the NICU
