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We provide world-class paediatric care at the Queensland Children's Hospital, Jacaranda Place, the Ellen Barron Family Centre and in communities across Queensland. Children’s Health Queensland Hospital and Health Service is a specialist statewide hospital and health service dedicated to providing the best possible family-centred health care for every child and young person in Queensland. Our hospi

tal and health service is made up of:

Queensland Children’s Hospital

Child and Youth Community Health Service

Child and Youth Mental Health Service

Statewide paediatric outreach and telehealth services. We are a recognised leader in paediatric healthcare, education and research, and deliver a full range of clinical services, tertiary level care and health promotion programs for children across Queensland and northern New South Wales. Children’s Health Queensland also leads a number of statewide services and programs, including the Connected Care Program, Deadly Ears, Ellen Barron Family Centre, Healthy Hearing Program and the Centre for Children’s Health and Wellbeing.

20/08/2026

True or false?

If a child is choking on food and coughing, you should encourage them to continue coughing instead of starting back blows.

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😠 for False

See your child choking can be really overwhelming, but knowing the first aid basics can make a huge difference.

19/08/2026

Congratulations to optometrist Dr Shelley Hopkins, recipient of the 2026 Children’s Health Queensland Medal of Distinction for Community Impact.

Dr Hopkins, a Senior Lecturer in Optometry and Vision Science at Queensland University of Technology (QUT), has worked in partnership with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and regional health services for more than 15 years to establish sustainable, community-led outreach programs and improve children's learning, wellbeing and future opportunities.

Through her work with the QUT Health Clinics Children's Outreach Optometry Team, Dr Hopkins has helped remove common barriers to care by delivering school-based vision screening, free glasses and ongoing support for communities.

She has also developed QUT's rural and remote work-integrated learning program, which combines clinical placements with outreach service delivery, ensuring future practitioners have the skills, adaptability, and cultural competence they need to deliver equitable, responsive care.

18/08/2026

Bullying is more common than many parents realise. According to The Longitudinal Study of Australian Children, one in four Year 4 to Year 9 students reported being bullied every few weeks or more often.

As a parent, one of the most important things you can do is make sure your child knows they can talk to you.

This , we're sharing 5 tips to help your child feel safe and supported to speak up about bullying.

To find out about the types or bullying and signs your child might be being bullied, visit: https://bit.ly/4h3iiM2

If you or your child need bullying support, don't be afraid to reach out for help. 👇🤝

Kids Helpline Official - 1800 55 1800 📞
Bullying No Way
ReachOut.com
eSafety Commissioner

17/08/2026

"Thank you so much for all the support. You have helped a lot of people grow to be better people. You are all amazing!"

It's feedback like this that helped the Dakabin Youth Hub team (Alysha Steel, pictured from left, Alkyra Roginson-Hopkins, Heidi Cable and Michelle Maunder) secure the Children's Choice Team Award at our recent staff Excellence Awards for 2026.

Nominated by the young people they support at Dakabin State High School, this award recognises the team's commitment to creating a safe and welcoming space where young people feel supported, respected and empowered.

Whether it's helping someone through a tough day, building confidence, developing leadership skills or supporting pathways to education and wellbeing, the team's impact reaches beyond the hub's walls.

Opened in 2025, the purpose-built facility, built within the grounds of Dakabin State High School was developed through a partnership between Children’s Health Queensland and the of Education.

Co-designed with students and the school community, the Hub aims to provide a space for students to meet, connect with health and social services when they need them, and access educational and training programs that support their long-term growth and wellbeing.

14/08/2026

Thirteen-year-old Jericho has spent his fair share of time in hospital. He was born prematurely at 28 weeks and at the age of 4 was diagnosed with Marfan syndrome, a genetic disorder that affects the body's connective tissue (which holds the body together). The condition can impact many parts of the body, including the heart and blood vessels, bones and joints, eyes, skin, and lungs.

Over the years, Jericho has had several surgeries, including operations on his eyes and, more recently, major surgery to correct severe scoliosis. To prepare for the scoliosis surgery, Jericho was fitted with a halo frame to help stretch his spine and had to spend three weeks in the Queensland Children's Hospital while the halo was monitored. To keep boredom at bay during this time, Jericho taught himself to play the piano on the hospital's pianos. Listening to him play today, it's hard to believe he’s never had a lesson. 🎹

Read his story: https://bit.ly/3TZeFjF

12/08/2026

Meet Professor Jason Acworth, and the recipient of the 2026 Children’s Health Queensland Medal of Distinction for Clinical Excellence. 👏🏼

With more than three decades of experience, Jason, currently the director of our Simulation Training Optimising Resuscitation for Kids (STORK) program, has made an outstanding contribution to paediatric emergency care, leading system-wide improvements across Australia and internationally.

His work has advanced simulation training and resuscitation practice, while his contributions to innovative research have helped shape the future of paediatric emergency medicine.

Jason has also championed access to high-quality, culturally responsive care for children in regional communities, helping improve health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families.

Thank you, Jason, for your tireless commitment to improving the health and wellbeing outcomes of children and young people.

10/08/2026

Do you know the signs of pre-school wheeze? 😮‍💨

Pre-school wheeze (also called reactive airways disease or viral-induced wheeze) affects the airways of children aged 1 to 5 years. It usually happens when the airways become swollen and fill with mucous, making it hard to breathe. 💨

If your child is wheezing, it's best to seek medical advice. Pre-school wheeze can be managed with a Ventolin puffer (reliever) while the immune system kills the virus.

🚨 Seek help immediately and continue using the reliever if your child has:
✅ trouble breathing or talking
✅ blue lips
✅ symptoms that get worse very quickly or don’t seem to respond to Ventolin.

Find out more: https://bit.ly/3ZPOFqW

06/08/2026

Want to help your little one clock up their recommended sleep hours? 😴 These tips are a dream come true! 💤

🕒 Stick to a regular bedtime and wake-up time
📱 No screens at least 1 hour before bed
🍴 Avoid big meals close to bedtime
☀️ Get outside and be active during the day
🛏️ Keep naps age-appropriate and avoid late afternoon snoozes
🥱 Create a calm, cosy sleep space that's quiet, dark and comfortable

Sleep is important for growth, immunity, learning and memory. It also helps your child's body heal and recover. Healthy sleep means enough good quality sleep with regular sleep routines.

Visit our website for more tips on napping, good sleep habits and when to seek help with your child's sleep. 👉 https://bit.ly/40psIPv

Sleep Health Foundation

05/08/2026

Becoming a new mum can be overwhelming. On top of sleepless nights and the endless nappy changes, the added new responsibility of breastfeeding your baby - and everything that comes with it - can be a lot.

To help you navigate your breastfeeding journey, we asked our child health and lactation experts to answer some of the most commonly asked questions about breastfeeding and share their advice for the early days and beyond. Find out what they said here 👉 https://bit.ly/4yV58dj

Australian Breastfeeding Association

04/08/2026

One of the biggest myths of dental health is that baby teeth don't need much care because they end up falling out anyway. The 'tooth' is (see, what we did there) looking after baby teeth is vital because they help your child chew and speak clearly, guide permanent adult teeth into place - and it prevents painful tooth decay.

Keep your child's pearly whites in tip top shape with these tips. 😁

Learn more about everyday healthy habits that support good dental health. 👉 https://bit.ly/4fgVQxL

Australian Dental Association

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