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Understanding physiological birth

The PRIMROSE project: What is ‘physiological birth’? Exploring the perceptions of care providers and birthing persons in Australia.

Strengthening skills in aged care assessment

The Australian Centre for Evidence Based Aged Care (ACEBAC) recently celebrated a significant milestone, conducting the 200th Comprehensive Health Assessment of the Older Person Workshop (CHAOP).

Inclusive practice in child and family health

New research by Dr Catina Adams is highlighting the importance of father and non-birth parent-inclusive practice in child and family health.

Family-centred care in paediatrics

New research from Dr Ashleigh E. Butler has revealed gaps in how family-centred care is understood in paediatric healthcare.

Advice for nurses considering postgrad study

Whether you’re looking to deepen your expertise, take on a leadership role or build specialty knowledge, postgraduate education can help advance your career.

Benefits of clinical supervision for MCH nurses

New research from Dr Anne O'Neill has explored the experiences of clinical supervision among Maternal and Child Health nurses

Evaluating the impact of culturally safe domestic violence training for GPs

A new study by Molly Allen-Leap, post-graduate researcher at the Judith Lumley Centre, has evaluated the impact of culturally safe domestic violence and abuse training for GPs.

The experiences of siblings when a child is critically ill

New research explores the impact of paediatric intensive care unit (PICU) admissions on siblings.

Championing best-practice birthing care for First Nations women

After working as a research assistant on the Baggarrook Yurrongi, Nurragh Manma Buliana project, Dr Res McCalman was inspired to pursue a PhD.

Welcome Professor Marie Gerdtz

We’re pleased to welcome Professor Marie Gerdtz, our new Dean of La Trobe’s School of Nursing and Midwifery.

Student prizes awarded

The School of Nursing and Midwifery has celebrated the academic achievements of its most outstanding students.

Taking Nursing and Midwifery to new heights

Professor Lisa McKenna reflects on her time as Dean of the School of Nursing and Midwifery.

Perioperative nurses and surgical skills training

A new discussion paper from Olivia Sonneborn and Rachel Cardwell has examined the role of online learning in perioperative nursing education.

Singaporean graduate Coreen Low receives Distinguished Alumni Award

Coreen Low, a leader in Singaporean nursing with deep dedication to patient care, lifelong education and community service is awarded one of La Trobe’s highest honours.