Hospitals Look For Green Solutions
Darling Downs Health – the authority responsible for all South Burnett public hospitals – says it is taking action to address the potential impacts of climate change.
CTC Puts On A Special Treat
South Burnett CTC workers put on a special treat in Kingaroy on Tuesday for local residents who have been affected by domestic violence.
QCWA Calls For Action On Q Fever
The Queensland Country Women’s Association is agitating for government support to raise awareness about Q fever.
It’s Time To Tackle Flu
Free clinics are being held in the South Burnett this week for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents to receive their annual flu shots.
Nurses Reflect On Busy Week
South Burnett nurses hosted local events earlier this month as part of National Advanced Care Planning Week.
Mobile Clinics For Women
Darling Downs Health Service mobile women’s health nurse Marcia Hunt will be visiting a variety of locations in the South Burnett this month to conduct free health clinics.
Get Ready For Flu Season
South Burnett residents who want to avoid the flu this year should get vaccinated between mid-April and the end of May.
Positive Parenting In Kingaroy
Kingaroy Child Health will be offering three free seminars next month on “positive parenting”.
Nurses Want You To Plan Ahead
South Burnett nurses are hosting stalls next week to help the local community consider their future medical care and understand the importance of advanced care planning.
Morning Tea About Asbestos
People with asbestos-related diseases – and their carers – have been invited to attend a free morning tea which will be held at the Kingaroy RSL Club next week.
Subbies Sought For Hospital Project
Two of the companies shortlisted to build the new $73.9 million Kingaroy Hospital are actively seeking expressions of interest from South Burnett sub-contractors and suppliers
Drug Deaths Rising In Rural Areas
People who live in regional or remote areas use drug and alcohol treatment services at a higher rate than those in major cities … and they generally travel for longer to do so.
Round-Up Attracts Hundreds
The Red Ant Round-Up attracted about 240 people – including more than 150 health professionals – to Kingaroy at the weekend.
$10,000 For Drug Action Plan
South Burnett Regional Council has received a $10,000 grant to develop a plan aimed at tackling alcohol and drug abuse in the region.
Boost For Aged Care
The Federal Government has announced an extra 39 aged care beds for the South Burnett.
$120,000 Security Upgrade At Hospital
CCTV cameras and swipe cards are being installed as part of a $120,000 security upgrade at Murgon Hospital.
Locals Join Ride For Research
The South Burnett Rail Trail tempted Crawford couple Cliff Seiler and Ros Tigell to buy some new bikes and start riding again … now they’ve decided to pedal for a cause!
Murgon Expo Targets Safety
The third Community Health Expo organised by Murgon Area Community Health Nurses attracted a strong turnout of stallholders at the South Burnett PCYC on Thursday night.
Karinya Gets $450,000 Grant
The Karinya aged care facility in Nanango will receive more than $450,000 in funding from the Federal Government for upgrades.
Teens Missing Out On Vaccines
Queensland Health is urging parents urged to keep an eye out for consent forms and ensure their children receive their free vaccinations, as the school immunisation program kicks off for the year.
