Anthony and JR grew up believing that they’d never be able to be parents. But now thanks to an extraordinary friendship and the support of Peninsula University Hospital, they’re proud Dads of two girls.
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Transforming healthcare delivery through personalised patient care
In a Victorian first, Bayside Health Peninsula is set to introduce an advanced electronic tool that records and communicates consumers’ needs and preferences to hospital staff across all wards of its soon-to-open multi-storey tower. Developed as part of a research project led by Rebecca Barnden, Comprehensive Care Manager at Bayside Health Peninsula, and made possible …
Health services welcome Health Minister’s formal approval of Bayside Health voluntary merger
We welcome the Victorian Minister for Health’s formal approval of the proposed voluntary merger to create Bayside Health — a unified health service that will bring Alfred Health, Bass Coast Health, Gippsland Southern Health Service, Kooweerup Regional Health Service and Bayside Health Peninsula together. This milestone marks an important step forward in our shared commitment …
Supporting communication across the lifespan: meet Speech Pathologists Jess and Nicole
This week we celebrate Speech Pathology Week (24 – 30 August), with the theme “Impact through communication”. It’s a time to recognise the vital role speech pathologists play in helping people connect, participate and thrive. At Bayside Health Peninsula, our 50 dedicated speech pathologists provide services across the lifespan, supporting people of all ages in …
Ground breaking “Pathway” provides automated cancer detection
Bayside Health Peninsula’s gastroenterology team has developed a “Post Endoscopy Pathway”, the first process of its kind in Australia, designed to ensure no concerning endoscopy or biopsy results are ever overlooked.
Diversional therapy program offers something for everyone
Music, art and craft, gardening, pampering, and movement activities are all within the scope of the Diversional Therapy program at The Mornington Centre, with sessions often being tailored to what the current inpatients are most interested in.
Holistic approach vital to tackling homelessness
It’s rare that a stay in hospital could be considered a turn of good luck. However for Anthony, newly evicted from his rooming house and recovering from a stroke in Peninsula University Hospital, it’s what kept him from sleeping on the streets.
Life-saving equipment donated in memory of Victoria Police members
Blue Ribbon Foundation – Peninsula Branch has donated two life-saving ECMO machines to Frankston ICU in memory of four fallen officers.
Meet our local McGrath Breast Care Nurses
Our local McGrath Foundation nurses are at the forefront of breast cancer care at Bayside Health Peninsula, and there is a lot to celebrate. The team in aubergine will mark 20 years of the McGrath Foundation this year, as well as Jenny’s 25th year as a breast care nurse.
Kicking Butts: Seaford United Soccer Club introduces Smoke and Vape-free Areas at Events
Smoking and vaping used to be a real concern for the members and supporters of Seaford United Soccer Club. While smoking and vaping at junior club training and events had already been banned as part of state-wide legislation, there were still issues around people smoking at senior matches and functions. In mid-2024, the Club committee …