Royal Adelaide Hospital

05/06/2026

Teams across the RAH proudly slipped on their silliest socks to help break down the stigma around mental health in the medical profession.

is an opportunity for all to start important conversations that help raise awareness and support for the wellbeing of our doctors, medical students, and health professionals.

Support is always available. For mental health information or 24/7 qualified, confidential support contact Beyond Blue on 1300 224 636.

27/05/2026

Last week more than 150 staff, patients, and visitors to the RAH stopped to sign their 'Drive So Others Survive' road safety pledge for .

The THINK! Road Safety initiative was brought together by our PARTY Program SA and the Trauma SA teams to help raise awareness about safer driving behaviours across our community.

Every day, our teams see first-hand the devastating and lasting effects serious road crashes can have on patients, families, and loved ones.

Many injuries and fatalities are preventable when we make safer choices behind the wheel.

🚦Take the pledge today and help drive positive change: roadsafetyweek.com.au

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17/04/2026

Our recent PARTY Program SA (Prevent Alcohol and Risk-Related Trauma in Youth) Program gave students a powerful, real-world insight into the impact of risk-related trauma and the importance of prevention.

Students went behind the scenes, exploring our Emergency Department and Intensive Care Unit, taking part in hands-on simulations using real hospital equipment, and seeing our clinical teams in action.

They also heard directly from our Speech Pathology and Physiotherapy teams, gaining valuable insight into careers across health and allied health.

Programs like this play an important role in connecting with young people, supporting education, and helping to build the future healthcare workforce. 💙

05/04/2026

Know your care options this Easter long weekend.

Unsure if it's an emergency or more of an umm…ergency?
Call Healthdirect on 1800 022 222 to speak to a registered nurse 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Healthdirect can provide advice and help you find the best care, such as a Medicare Urgent Care Clinic, 24/7 pharmacy, or virtual care service, who can refer you to a local service if you need an in-person appointment.

For more information, visit https://brnw.ch/21x1khQ

20/03/2026

Three years ago, Georgina was fighting for her life after a devastating car accident.

Today, she is using her lived experience to raise awareness of traumatic brain injury, advocate for road safety, and highlight the long-term challenges that many survivors face.

From paramedics, plastic surgeons, and spinal specialists, to ICU nurses and allied health professionals, Georgina credits an extraordinary multidisciplinary team at CALHN for giving her the chance not just to survive, but to rebuild her life.

This Brain Awareness Week, we’re proud to share her story.
Recovery is complex. It’s ongoing. And it deserves to be seen.

🔗 Read more about Georgina's journey: https://bit.ly/4lIpqkn

19/03/2026

More than 100 people came to visit 23-year-old Arrernte man and Port Pirie local, Shamus O'Brien while he was receiving life-saving treatment at the Royal Adelaide Hospital.

Shamus survived against all odds after he went into heart and lung failure on Christmas night, and was put on life support.

Friends, family, teammates, his boss, and even the local pub owner, flocked to his bedside to support him.

“I have a lot of friends where I’m from,” Shamus says, “But even I was freaked out by how many people came to see me.”

"Famous Shamus" - as he was nicknamed by his friends at home, his girlfriend Shiloh, and his ward nurses - feels inspired by his own strength and the second chance at life he has been given.

Three months on – on National Close the Gap Day – Shamus has reflected on his extraordinary story of survival and the quality of care he received at the RAH.

Shamus now wants to use his story to help others, and especially to guide young Aboriginal people in his community, and is even considering a future in healthcare.

Read more about Shamus’ story here: https://bit.ly/41e9jkT

17/03/2026

We’re incredibly proud to celebrate the Royal Adelaide Hospital stroke team on receiving their sixth World Stroke Organisation Angels Diamond Award - the highest level of recognition in the global Angels awards program. 💎

The Angels Awards recognise hospitals that meet rigorous international benchmarks for stroke treatment and ongoing performance monitoring.

This achievement reflects the team’s dedication to delivering evidence-based stroke care and continually striving to improve outcomes for patients across South Australia.

Congratulations to everyone involved in reaching this remarkable milestone. Your work is making a real difference for patients and families in our community. 👏

13/03/2026

Earlier this week, we welcomed 58 new nurses into the Transition to Professional Practice Program (TPPP)🎉

This group includes 51 registered nurses and 7 enrolled nurses, who will contribute their skills across TQEH, the RAH, Hampstead Rehabilitation Centre, and Glenside. The TPPP supports newly graduated nurses to build clinical skills, professional confidence, and a strong sense of professional identity.

187 nurses have joined CALHN through the TPPP so far this year, and another 125 are scheduled to commence throughout April and May. We’re excited to see the incredible impact these nurses will make across our hospitals and services!

We're thrilled to have you with us here at CALHN!

07/03/2026

Umm…ergency? When you’re unsure, call Healthdirect on 1800 022 222 to speak to a registered nurse 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Healthdirect can provide advice and help you find the best care, such as a Medicare Urgent Care Clinic, 24/7 pharmacy, or virtual care service, who can refer you to a local service if you need an in-person appointment, such as a Priority Care Centre.

For more information, visit https://brnw.ch/21x0y14

04/03/2026