Gold Coast Health News
The latest news at Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service.
Flu season has arrived on the Gold Coast
It¡¯s peak influenza season on the Gold Coast, with more than 4000 confirmed cases so far in 2025. That's nearly 2000 more than this time last year, and the highest flu rate in more than five years.
Public Health Medical Director Dr Kate Alexander said it's important that both adults and children stay up to date with an annual flu shot, especially for vulnerable groups in the community.
Mural brings connection and inclusion to Sexual Health Services
A once-lime green wall at Southport Health Precinct has been transformed into a work of art that¡¯s reshaping how patients and staff are welcomed when they arrive at the Sexual Health Unit located within the Southport Health Precinct. ?
The artwork, Nature Connection, was created by mural artist Ka¨ªna Morais (Native Soul) to celebrate diversity, inclusivity and unity.
Sexual Health Service Administration Coordinator Josie Lutze said the artwork aims to reflect the service¡¯s values and commitment to compassionate, non-judgemental care.?
Upgraded Gold Coast emergency department triage area improves patient safety
More than $1.7 million in upgrades to Gold Coast University Hospital¡¯s triage areas are now complete, assisting to further support patient safety and streamline offloading ambulance arrivals in Queensland¡¯s busiest emergency department (ED).
Gold Coast Health welcomes inaugural mid-year medical interns
Fifteen new junior doctors have commenced orientation at Gold Coast Health this week, marking the organisation¡¯s first-ever mid-year intake of medical interns.?
Measles alert for Gold Coast and Brisbane
Gold Coast Public Health Unit has issued a Measles Alert following a confirmed case of measles in an adult on the Gold Coast who recently arrived from overseas.
Behind the Build with Nurse Unit Manager Deborah Corry
Deborah Corry played a key role in launching the Complex Management Unit (CMU) at Robina Hospital in 2021, creating a supportive culture from the ground up.
Behind the Build with A/Nursing Director, Child and Youth Mental Health Services Emma Hawkins
The design is finalised for the new Child and Youth Mental Health Services (CYMHS) fit-out at Proxima, shaped by those who will work and receive care within the Gold Coast Health and Knowledge Precinct space.?
H Block prepares for staged opening late September
Gold Coast Health is preparing to open the new H Block (Sub-Acute Building) at Gold Coast University Hospital (GCUH), with services scheduled to commence in stages from late September.
Local parents donate gifts for bereaving families in son¡¯s name
Tessa and Greg Harlock have donated more than $3,000 in resources for bereaved families, after their son Noah was stillborn last year.
First consumers settle into the SMHRU
The first consumers have now settled into the new Banksia Unit at Gold Coast Health¡¯s Secure Mental Health Rehabilitation Unit (SMHRU), with all 20 rooms expected to be occupied by the end of this month.