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🔎 Researchers have solved a decades-long mystery by uncovering the intricate mechanisms that govern how gamma-delta T cells recognise and respond to infected or cancerous cells. Co-led by the Doherty's Dr Adam Uldrich & Prof Dale Godfrey. https://t.co/ORiNjZVABJ @UniMelbMDHS

Joanne was stuck in traffic on the way to surgery, so she called 774 ⁦@DonateLifeToday⁩ ⁦@TheRMH⁩ #donate

Here’s a closer look at “EphA3-targeted chimeric antigen receptor T cells are effective in glioma and generate curative memory T cell responses by @leesa_lerts, Melinda Iliopoulos, Stacie S. Wang, Sarah J. McArthur, @lisamebert, @dralexdav, @drendersby, @auscancadoc, Katharine J.

If you’re needing to come to our Parkville campus, major tram works in the CBD may affect your commute to our Hospital. Please allow extra time to get to and from the Hospital. For more information, please see our website:

Congratulations to WEHI and @TheRMH's Dr John Wentworth for winning the 2024 @AUDiabetesSoc Society Ranji and Amara Wikramanayake Clinical Diabetes Research Award. 👏 👏 👏 Dr Wentworth will be presenting at the Australasian Diabetes Congress in Perth on August 22nd.

Congratulations to the RMH and @wehi_research's A/Prof John Wentworth for receiving the 2024 @AuDiabetesSociety Ranji and Amara Wikramanayake Clinical Diabetes Research Award. John received this award as recognition of his significant contributions to #T1D.

We’re hiring! The Department of Infectious Diseases is looking for a Research Funding Coordinator to support researchers by identifying funding opportunities, assisting with grant applications, and managing contracts. https://t.co/efJTvAWE85 @UniMelbMDHS @TheRMH

A new collaborative study between @theRMH and @WEHI_research is using the latest technology to test for early markers of kidney rejection in recipient patients via a simple urine test. Read more:

To celebrate 10 years since the Doherty Institute opened its doors, join us for an evening in conversation with Patron and namesake, Laureate Professor Peter Doherty, and Director, Professor Sharon Lewin. Tickets 👉 https://t.co/kcTfbQ2Ztb @UniMelbMDHS @TheRMH

The Snow Centre for Immune Health has begun its mission to transform immune health. Learn more about the duo leading this international team of brilliant minds https://t.co/xCzsfPuJ6Y @SnowMedical @TheRMH  #WEHIResearch #Immunology #ImmuneHealth #TheRMH

It is commonly understood that when someone is infected with Mycobacterium tuberculosis, the bacterium that causes tuberculosis (TB), they will develop a lifelong immune response. A century’s worth of evidence shows this is not the case https://t.co/8jXSxtRJJl @UniMelb @TheRMH

Flu immunisation is recommended for everyone from six months of age to protect themselves from the flu and its complications. Speak to your local doctor about getting your annual flu vaccination. 4/4

Respiratory diseases physician A/Prof Lou Irving said the RMH was seeing patients with flu in both the Emergency Department and inpatients. "There's clearly a lot of influenza in the community," he said. "The numbers will eventually show that this is a big [flu] season." 3/4

The flu is a highly contagious virus that can be a very serious infection for some people, and even fatal for some. An annual flu vaccination provides protection against infection and severe illness. 2/4

Have you had your annual flu vaccination yet? If you answered 'no', it appears you are far from alone. About 540,000 fewer Australians have had a flu vaccination compared to this time last year, reports @abcnews: https://t.co/2Nhw2EWR79 1/4

Come hear about our many supportive nursing programs or CCRN positions at our ICU Open Night. The ICU Open Night will be held on Thursday August 8th 5:00 – 6:30pm at the The Royal Melbourne Hospital Parkville campus. To register, please head to: https://t.co/uN9TigtIJW

Seeking volunteers for a simple study that samples the air around you when you have COVID-19. Help us better understand the way the COVID-19 virus is transmitted. Learn more: https://t.co/s8w4GEnDZe @UniMelbMDHS @TheRMH @western_health

For #WorldHepatitisDay, the RMH and @TheDohertyInst's Prof Ben Cowie spoke to the @NWMelbPHN about the importance for culturally-appropriate and peer supporter-led care in tackling hepatitis B in Australia. https://t.co/2BMONOAGcu

🚀 Milestone achievement for @TheDohertyInst & @PeterMacCC researchers, reducing #HepatitisB virus levels in the lab w/ CRISPR technology. This could be a game-changer for chronic hepatitis B treatment. 🧪 👉 READ: https://t.co/bC4UT3w9UL @UniMelb @TheRMH #WorldHepatitisDay