News

World-first bladder cancer research takes next step 02 November 2026 South Metropolitan Health Service (SMHS) researchers are building on the success of a world-first bladder cancer trial, with a new study providing further insight into how immunotherapy could be delivered directly to where it is needed.

Laughter Care delivering smiles to older patients at Fremantle Hospital 23 October 2026 A WA-first therapeutic program is bringing moments of joy, connection and companionship to older patients at Fremantle Hospital.

New digital platform helping Aboriginal women access culturally safe maternity care 21 October 2026 The Fiona Stanley Hospital maternity team, in partnership with the Ngangk Yira Institute for Change at Murdoch University, has just launched Baby Coming You Ready.

da Vinci robot continues to deliver Australian firsts at FSH 19 October 2026 Fiona Stanley Hospital has become the first public hospital in Australia to successfully perform four robotic-assisted radical prostatectomies during a single operating list.

Telethon grants continue to help kids with peanut allergies through Australian-first trial 15 October 2026 At just 7 months old, Matilda Devenish’s parents had to call an ambulance after their daughter had an anaphylactic reaction to peanuts. Thanks to an Oral Immunotherapy Trial, now three-year Matilda who can lead a full life.