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CALHN acknowledges the Kaurna people as the traditional owners of the lands on which its sites are located.

Read more about CALHN's commitment to reconciliation here - https://t.co/gBNpbbYxBQ

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My GP says I need to see a rheumatologist.

What is that, and how can they help my arthritis?

Professor Catherine Hill explains in less than 3 minutes
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How can I reduce my chances of getting bowel cancer?

We ask the expert, @RoyalAdelHosp colorectal surgeon Associate Professor Tarik Sammour.

Watch now 👉 https://t.co/pVYkw39Pjx

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This week CALHN brought together some of the state's biggest "Pain Changers" for National Pain Week.

Our team explored the potential of using AI to help to identify chronic pain patients and as a result, reduce ramping and increase patient satisfaction.

#NationalPainWeek

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Did you do dry July this year?

Or maybe you're planning a different month without alcohol.

Dr Kate Lynch from the @RoyalAdelHosp explains the benefits of a break from drinking.

Watch now: https://t.co/KqRemNNk1C

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Congratulations to scientists at SA Pathology and the Centre for Cancer Biology, who are Innovator of the Year finalists in the 2024 SA Science Excellence + Innovation Awards.

Read more https://t.co/rR0rPJIyWp

#SAScienceAwards

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Meet Clinical Professor Phan Nguyen, Associate Professor Hien Le and Professor Nam Nguyen, who left Vietnam as refugees to begin new lives in Adelaide in the 1970s.

Read their stories here 👉 https://t.co/kijzkTjhcn

#RefugeeWeek2024 #RefugeeWeek

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The Refugee Health Service is a specialist state-wide health service for refugees and asylum seekers in South Australia.

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#RefugeeWeek2024 #RefugeeWeek

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Snoring? Tired? Struggling to get stuff done?

Dr Andrew Peel from CALHN published a handy article 'Don't Let Sleeping Men Lie' about obstructive sleep apnoea and the effects of the disorder in men.

It's freely available to read: https://t.co/EooDzheR8Q

#menshealthweek

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In Australia, around 55,000 people experience a heart attack every year.

Dr Clementine Labrosciano at @TQEHofficial is building a reliable way for doctors to support patients at highest risk of hospital readmission after heart surgery.

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Proactive healthcare to support people after they are released from hospital is the focus of a new nurse-led program being trialled at The Queen Elizabeth Hospital.

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Did you know that Central Adelaide's Wheelchair and Seating Service is a Registered National Disability Insurance Scheme (#NDIS) Provider?

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Research from Associate Professor Rosanna Tavella is focused on 'sensitive' blood vessels that constrict and limit delivery of oxygen to the heart, creating pain.

Learn more from our latest Translating Research video episode.

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Catch up on the latest news with the CALHN Aboriginal Community Newsletter. Read more here 👉 https://t.co/B4BMKFrax6
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Did you know our hospitals and sites host lifesaving research and innovation?

Keep up with Central Adelaide's #research and #innovation news through our monthly newsletter

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Did you know that Cardiologists at the RAH successfully conducted SA’s first procedure using the latest generation of #cardiac techniques used to correct common heart rhythm disorders? Find out more 👉 https://t.co/RP0QHuJvyN #heart #adelaide #health

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With women still underrepresented in the #STEMM disciplines, Alia says her mentors have provided support and opened doors to advance her research. Read more about how a supportive mentor can be a key ingredient for future achievements in #health 👉https://t.co/lBKvk3rVdS

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CALHN researchers spoke to over 600 people with #Crohn’sdisease and #ulcerativecolitis to confirm that insomnia and associated disability are common in people with #IBD. Read more https://t.co/UlTUlYwV2Q #adelaide #research #sleep

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@RoyalAdelHosp's A/Prof Alex Santos has designed new techniques for precise delivery of radiation therapy.

His contribution to improving patient care and building health capabilities was recognised with the Driving Innovation Award at the 2023 Premier's Excellence Awards.