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The best in Catholic news from across the Archdiocese of Perth
$1.8m grant for new rare disease treatment trial offers hope to thousands of sufferers worldwide
A global research team led by The University of Notre Dame Australia School of Medicine’s Professor Merrilee Needham, is investigating the use of a re-purposed drug (Sirolimus) in the treatment of the rare disease, Inclusion Body Myositis (IBM).
St Vincent Pallotti Scholarship for Lay Ministry opens
Entries are now open for the St Vincent Pallotti Scholarship for Lay Ministry.
International outreach across the Atlantic: Prayer and Liturgy in isolation
No corner of the world has gone untouched by COVID-19 and it was the spiritual fallout of the virus, the result of Churches being closed and communal gatherings banned, that was the focus of the recent webinar – “Prayer and Liturgy in Isolation” – targetting what Catholics can do to keep their faith alive and vibrant at home.
Jim Miles named Executive Director of Catholic Education Melbourne
Melbourne Archbishop Peter Comensoli has this week announced the appointment of Jim Miles as the new Executive Director of Catholic Education Melbourne (CEM).
Understanding identity, sexuality and Theology of the Body
Based on reflections and a vision for the people of God, the late Saint John Paul II believed that true reverence for the gift of sexuality and challenged believers to live it in a way worthy of their great dignity as human persons.
UNDA provides four-day online nursing course
The University of Notre Dame Australia has announced the release of a four-day online course for Registered Nurses looking to upskill, develop and refresh their knowledge of pathophysiology and pharmacology, and relate this to the management of people experiencing illness.
UNDA establishes Bioethics Master to tackle the difficult questions of our time
In a world confronted by the largest global health crisis in over a century, nations are working together to contain, treat and prevent COVID-19.
Lumen Christi College helps produce face shield amid COVID-19 crisis
Western Australian company Frontier 3D has recently approached Lumen Christi College to borrow two college-owned 3D printers to be used to produce face shields for healthcare workers in response to COVID-19 situation.
UNDA to offer free online courses to upskill healthcare professionals
In support of Australia’s frontline healthcare workers, The University of Notre Dame Australia’s School of Nursing and Midwifery is launching free online continuing professional development (CPD) short courses for any healthcare professional looking to refresh and upskill themselves in the management of the critically ill patient.
UNDA launches COVID-19 Student Hardship Assistance Fund
Continuing its Christian duty to provide the works of the Catholic Church humbly to all who can benefit from them, The University of Notre Dame has this month commenced special financial aid for students affected by the coronavirus pandemic.
