Join the City of Perth Library to hear all about the latest medical advances and research happening in Western Australia’s RPH Research Foundation.

Advancing Medicine: Exploring Breakthroughs in Cell and Gene Therapies

Gene therapy holds promise for treating a wide range of diseases, such as cancer, cystic fibrosis, heart disease, diabetes, haemophilia and AIDS. Discover the remarkable work happening at the Ray and Bill Dobney Cell and Tissue Therapies WA (CTTWA) facility, right here in WA at Royal Perth Hospital (RPH). Join Facility Director Dr Zlatibor Velickovic for a free community health talk to learn more about the cutting-edge technology and techniques of cell and gene therapy, and how these advancements are revolutionising patient care.

Date:   Friday 11 August 2023

Time:   1pm to 2pm

Venue: City of Perth Library, 573 Hay Street, Perth

Cost:    Free, book now as places are limited.

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Transforming the Future of Healthcare: Understanding HIVE – Health in a Virtual Environment

 Learn about the research taking place in East Metropolitan Health Service’s HIVE. HIVE is Western Australia’s first inpatient remote monitoring service. This innovative service dramatically transforms how we care for our patients. The service is enabled by an artificial intelligence platform that detects the earliest signs of clinical deterioration. When an alert is generated, HIVE clinicians use a two-way audio-visual system to collaborate with staff on the ward, offering “a second set of eyes” to deliver consistently amazing care.

 Date:   Wednesday 20 September 2023

Time:   1pm to 2pm

Venue: City of Perth Library, 573 Hay Street, Perth

Cost:    Free, book now as places are limited.

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