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  • Pheobe Ho smiling holding her award
    CAHS psychologist named Western Australia’s Young Australian of the Year 03 November 2026 Child and Adolescent Health Service (CAHS) Senior Clinical Psychologist Pheobe Ho has been named Western Australia’s Young Australian of the Year for 2027, recognising her leadership in eating disorder treatment, mental health advocacy, research and lived-experience engagement.
  • Anna Thetford, Valerie Buic and Gareth Baynam
    High distinction for CAHS Rare Care team at national awards 02 November 2026 A pioneering WA team dedicated to improving the lives of children with rare and undiagnosed diseases has received national recognition, with the Child and Adolescent Health Service Rare Care team named the 2026 Team of Distinction by Children’s Healthcare Australasia.
  • From left is Tilly, Thomas and Michael with parents, Ellen and Matthew.
    Occupational therapists helping children and families thrive 30 October 2026 From supporting premature babies in intensive care to helping young people navigate serious illness, occupational therapists across the Child and Adolescent Health Service (CAHS) are making a meaningful difference in the lives of children, young people and families every day.
  • Members of the PCH Pharmacy team
    New online resource supports safer paediatric prescribing and medicines management 20 October 2026 Health professionals now have access to a comprehensive collection of paediatric medication monographs and clinical guidelines through a new online resource available on the Perth Children's Hospital (PCH) website. The free, searchable platform brings together evidence-based medication information and clinical guidance to support healthcare professionals caring for infants, children and young peop...
  • Pheobe Ho
    Pheobe Ho recognised as Australian of the Year finalist 16 October 2026 A Child and Adolescent Health Service (CAHS) clinician who has dedicated her career to helping young people recover from eating disorders has been recognised as a finalist in the 2027 Australian of the Year Awards for Western Australia. Senior Clinical Psychologist Pheobe Ho has been named a finalist in the prestigious awards, which celebrate Australians making a significant impact in areas inc...

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  • On this week's episodes of Kids Health Matters hosts Dani Shuey and Danielle Engelbrecht are joined by CAMHS Clinical Nurse Specialist Veronica Plej
    Kids Health Matters episodes 4 and 5: Managing a mental health crisis in young people 10 July 2024 In the latest episode of the Kids Health Matters podcast, Clinical Nurse Specialist Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) Crisis Connect Veronica Plej shares expertise from her three-decade nursing career to help understand and support a young person in crisis.
  • Kids Health Matters host Dani Shuey joins CACH Child Health Nurse Kim Shirras and PCH Sleep and Respiratory Consultant Dr Adelaide Withers to discuss sleep
    Kids Health Matters episode 3: A cheat sheet for Sleep 03 July 2024 The latest episode of Kids Health Matters explores the topic most likely to keep parents awake at night – sleep. Parents commonly ask what’s normal? Are there any golden rules? When is melatonin useful? In this discussion our sleep experts answer these questions and gently guide listeners through their advice on how to best support sleep for babies through to teens.
  • Dani Shuey, Dr Adelaide Withers and School Health Nurse Kellie sit down for this week's episode of Kids Health Matters to discuss the rise and risks of vaping
    Kids Health Matters Episode 2: Vaping 26 June 2024 In this episode of Kids Health Matters, we lift the lid on vaping to help parents feel confident in tackling one of the hottest health topics of our time. How addictive are vapes? What damage can vaping cause and should adults be concerned about the impact of vaping around children? Join our experts to find out more.
  • Dr Karena Tansey, CAMHS psychiatrist joins Kids Health Matters hosts Dani Shuey and Danielle Engelbrecht for episode 1
    Kids Health Matters episode 1: Delving into depression in young people 19 June 2024 Caring for a child with any illness can be daunting. When that illness is anxiety or depression, it can particularly intimidating. When do you intervene? How do you intervene and what can you do to ensure your child’s safety? For the answers to these and other difficult questions, join Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services Psychiatrist Dr Karena Tansey for the first episode of Kids Health Matters.he shares special insights into the mental health of our children and young people.
  • Kids Health Matters
    New podcast series ‘Kids Health Matters’ set to put parents in the know 05 June 2024 Families can now access information and advice from some of Western Australia’s leading child health experts thanks to Kids Health Matters, an exciting new podcast series from the Child and Adolescent Health Service (CAHS).
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