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Mental health symposium aims to ensure all babies are seen, heard and supported
The mental health and wellbeing of our youngest and most vulnerable family members will take centre stage at the annual Queensland Infant Mental Health Symposium in Brisbane this June.
26 May 2026 -
Children’s Health Queensland Hospital and Health Board welcomes new appointments
A 10-person board with experience in health, leadership and finance has been appointed to help shape the future of children’s healthcare across Queensland.
1 April 2026 -
Parenting advice at the fingertips for Māori and Pasifika families
Māori and Pasifika families expecting a pēpi (baby) or raising young tamariki (children) can now receive culturally tailored parenting support through the Connecting2u text messaging service.
27 March 2026 -
Research reveals stark reality of e-scooter injuries in Queensland children
One in four children seriously injured in e-scooter accidents require intensive care treatment, and two-thirds require surgery, a new Queensland Children’s Hospital study has found.
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Constant supervision the only way to keep kids safe in the water this Summer
Summer is here - and so is the peak season for child drownings, prompting a warning from Children’s Health Queensland and Surf Life Saving Queensland that it only takes seconds for a preventable tragedy to happen.
2 December 2025 -
Virtual parenting program bridges the gap for families across Queensland
The Virtual Residential Parenting Program (VRPP) connects parents and carers across Queensland, northern New South Wales and the Northern Territory with expert, tailored support within the familiar environment of their home.
20 November 2025 -
Little magnets pose big risk for children
Parents and carers of young children are urged to check their home for small magnets, that can cause life-threatening injuries if swallowed.
2 September 2025 -
Dedicated duo honoured for enduring commitment to Queensland kids
A pioneering paediatric nephrologist and a dedicated midwife are the recipients of the 2025 Children’s Health Queensland Medal of Distinction, in recognition of their decades of dedication, leadership and care in the fields of clinical practice and community health.
22 August 2025 -
Health promotion program rebrands as Pacifikai to strengthen connection with communities
Pacifikai, formerly known as Good Start, has unveiled a new name and logo to better reflect and connect with the diverse Pacific Islander communities it serves.
21 July 2025 -
Hot noodles, soups and boiling water the #1 cause of winter burns in children
Queensland Children’s Hospital emergency data shows hot noodles, soups and boiling water remain the most common causes of serious burns to young children in winter.
15 July 2025 -
Queensland children receiving world-class person-centred care
Children’s Health Queensland has retained Planetree International Gold Certification for Excellence in Person-Centred Care, making it the only paediatric healthcare provider in the world to hold the prestigious recognition.
28 May 2025 -
Vaccine study aims to boost protection from pneumococcal disease
Children’s Health Queensland infectious diseases specialists are participating in a global trial of a new vaccine that offers greater protection against pneumococcal disease.
14 May 2025 -
Youth Hub to help Dakabin State High students reach their full potential
Dakabin State High School Students are set to benefit from improved access to health, educational and social support services with the official opening of the new $10.8 million Dakabin Youth Hub.
7 May 2025 -
Families urged to be campfire safe this Easter break
Paediatric burns specialists are urging families to be vigilant around campfires these Easter holidays, as campfires continue to be a leading cause of serious burns treated at the Queensland Children’s Hospital.
14 April 2025 -
Free text message service expanded to help expectant parents navigate pregnancy
Expectant Queensland parents can now sign up for free health and wellbeing advice and timely healthcare reminders during pregnancy, thanks to the latest expansion of Children’s Health Queensland’s Connecting2u program.
28 March 2025 -
More statewide community health services for Queensland children and their families
Queensland families are receiving targeted care closer to home with Children’s Health Queensland expanding its statewide community services in the 2023-24 financial year.
23 September 2024 -
$2 million for Juiced TV to boost health literacy across Queensland
More Queensland children will have access to Juiced TV as it expands its health literacy content to every Hospital and Health Service (HHS) across the state.
15 August 2024 -
Queensland Children’s Hospital decreases emergency wait times
More children have presented at the Queensland Children’s Hospital emergency department across the June quarter, with clinicians responding to 81 per cent of patients within the clinically recommended timeframe.
7 August 2024 -
First Nations family sitting place supports connection to Country at Queensland Children’s Hospital
A dedicated First Nations family lounge has opened at the Queensland Children’s Hospital, providing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and their families a culturally safe space to stay connected with Country during a hospital stay.
31 May 2024 -
Queensland Children’s Hospital delivers improved access to elective surgery
Queensland Children’s Hospital is seeing strong results in key areas, with data released today showing a significant decrease of children waiting for elective surgery.
20 May 2024