Maternal and infant conditions
WIRF is committed to improving the health of mothers and infants through targeted research into a range of maternal and infant conditions. We focus on identifying early indicators of complications and developing innovative solutions to improve outcomes for both mothers and their babies. This includes research into conditions that affect women before, during, and after pregnancy, such as cardiovascular issues and breastfeeding challenges.
Maternal and infant conditions projects
WIRF supports research that enhances early detection and treatment of maternal and infant conditions, ensuring that women receive the best possible care throughout pregnancy and beyond. By addressing conditions such as preeclampsia, breech births, and breastfeeding-related complications, WIRF aims to reduce long-term health risks and support the overall wellbeing of mothers and infants.
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Boronia Gala Day raises $32,800 to support women and babies in crisis through WIRF
WIRF has received a generous $32,800 donation from this year’s Boronia Pre-release Centre for Women’s Gala Day, helping strengthen vital support programs for King Edward Memorial Hospital patients facing crisis.
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From premature baby to paediatrician: Jamie’s journey comes full circle
Thirty-three years ago, Jamie Hullick was welcomed into this world six weeks early. He spent his first few weeks of life in an incubator in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) at Royal Darwin Hospital. Today, he walks those same corridors - this time in scrubs, caring for premature and sick babies as a paediatrician.
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