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Maternity team takes out national award for partnering with First Nations communities 07 August 2026 The maternity team behind the culturally safe and accessible pregnancy clinic, known as Boodjari Bidi, has been recognised through the ‘Every Week Counts’ National Collaborative for partnering with First Nations communities.

Midwife-led post birth debriefing pilot empowers women after childbirth 06 August 2026 "Clarifying", "validating" and "empowering" were the words used by women who took part in a midwife-led birth debriefing pilot at Fiona Stanley Hospital, highlighting the value of structured conversations in supporting emotional wellbeing after childbirth.

Jackie's final act of kindness acknowledged during DonateLife Week 31 July 2026 Last Christmas, Jackie gave three families the best present they could ever ask for – a second chance at life. Passing away at the age of 54, Jackie became an organ donor and was able to donate her liver and kidneys to recipients on the transplant waiting list.

WA-made device to improve outcomes for women with breast cancer 29 July 2026 Hoping to improve outcomes for patients with early-stage breast cancer, a new innovative, WA-made surgical device that can detect residual cancer tissue during breast conserving surgery is being trialled at Fiona Stanley Hospital.

SMHS innovators shine bright at annual INCITE Awards 24 July 2026 SMHS innovators shine bright at annual INCITE Awards It was celebrations all round for our South Metropolitan Health Service (SMHS) innovators at the INCITE Awards gala ceremony last week. Now in its 35th year, the INCITE Awards are officially the longest-running technology awards program in Western Australia. The Awards gala celebrates excellence in WA's digital technology sector and aligns with ...