Can children be sedated effectively with only one needle prick? This is the question posed in the latest clinical trial led by Gold Coast Health and run across several Emergency Departments in Queensland including Mackay Base Hospital and supported by MIRI.
Each year the Medical Education Unit (MEU) and the Mackay Institute of Research & Innovation (MIRI) honour the energy, expertise and dedication of extraordinary individuals and teams across the Mackay Hospital and Health Service (MHHS).
World-first research to rapidly diagnose sepsis-causing blood stream infections was launched at Mackay Base Hospital’s Pathology Queensland laboratory today.
Each year MIRI invite entries that showcase work being to improve patient experience, service delivery or productivity across our health service.
Researchers at Mackay Base Hospital are taking part in an international study, examining whether the humble stick of chewing gum may be more effective than drugs in relieving post-surgery nausea.
Mackay Base Hospital is taking part in ROCKet, an international clinical trial using ketamine to help prevent post-surgery pain for patients. The trial supported by
Tracy Hess has always had a strong interest in research, so when an opportunity came up to be involved with clinical trials it was one
World Diabetes Day is recognised on the 14 November each year and is the largest diabetes awareness campaign reaching a global audience of over 1
Surgical Patients at Mackay Base Hospital currently have the opportunity to take part in an international clinical trial aimed at preventing Chronic Post-Surgical Pain (CPSP).
Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is a serious complication of diabetes occurring when the body produces high levels of blood acids called ketones. Patients with DKA present
Sixth year medical student Sam Tafari has earned the nickname ‘Super Sam’ within the MIRI Research Support Unit. Dr Alison Pighills says she has never
NAIDOC Week Events + Tribal Leader Profile NAIDOC Week celebrations are held across Australia each July to celebrate the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal