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Digital PET-CT gives sick Queensland kids faster and safer access to care
The Queensland Children’s Hospital has become the first paediatric hospital in Australia to offer a dedicated digital positron emission tomography- computed tomography (PET-CT).
Your stories shines a spotlight on the brave children and families we care for and the courage and determination they show in the face of major health challenges. View all stories
Ester
Eleven -year-old Ester has overcome much in her short life. Diagnosed with congenital heart disease while still in her mother’s womb, she needed open-heart heart surgery before her first birthday to repair faulty heart valves. The surgery gave her a second chance at life, but a rare complication left her struggling to find her voice.
Our blog, ‘Growing Pains’ is created in collaboration with medical professionals and provides insight, tips and advice about topical children’s health issues and developmental milestones. View all blog posts
Helping trans, non-binary and gender diverse kids thrive
Misunderstanding and confusion about being gender diverse or transgender remains one of the biggest challenges facing affected children and their families. It can prevent them from receiving the help, understanding and support they need as they grapple with complex issues of identity. And it can mean they don’t always feel confident and safe in their own body as they find their place in the world.
