The Hunter region is the first in the world to trial a new piece of equipment, which has the potential to rapidly diagnose stroke and other traumatic brain injuries.
The ‘Strokefinder’ works by emitting low-energy microwaves to detect bleeding patterns in the brain.
With the potential for early detection, it could mean paramedics and emergency teams are able to administer treatment enroute to hospital.
The trial will begin in the John Hunter Hospital’s emergency department, before being extended to ambulances.
The first machine is expected to arrive by the middle of this year.
We’ll bring you more details and pictures in NBN News at 6.
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