$49,000 Raised At Mayor’s Charity Ball
The South Burnett Community Hospital Foundation will be at least $49,000 richer as a result of the Mayor’s Charity Ball held at Kingaroy Town Hall on Saturday night.
Health Commission To Target Obesity
The Queensland Government will invest $20 million to establish a new public health body to tackle Queensland’s high obesity and chronic disease rates.
Are You Ready For A Fun Run?
There’ll be a special group taking part in Sunday’s seven kilometre Reconciliation Fun Run from Murgon to Cherbourg.
Prepare For Winter Flu
Queensland Health is urging Queenslanders to get serious about protecting themselves, their loved ones and anyone else they come into contact with against the flu.
USQ Colleagues On Health Board
A University of South Queensland academic is the latest appointment to the Darling Downs Hospital and Health Board, the organisation which oversees all South Burnett public hospitals.
Art Helps Beat Cancer Blues
The two South Burnett artists behind last year’s quirky “From The Radium Diaries” exhibition at Wondai Art Gallery are now hoping to share their skills with other women who have been diagnosed with cancer.
Day In The Park With A Difference
If having fun was the main aim of the South Burnett Autism Support Group’s day in the park on Saturday, organisers should be giving themselves a big pat on the back.
MP Calls For Specialist Nurse
Wilkesdale resident Owen Townsend is calling for a dedicated stoma nurse at the Kingaroy Hospital, and he is gained the backing of local MP Deb Frecklington.
Help The Ambulance Help You
If you rang Triple 0, would an ambulance be able to find your property quickly?
Medical Muster Rounds Up Doctors
While many South Burnett residents were relaxing at Wine and Food in the Park – or having fun at the Proston Show – there was a much more serious get-together also taking place in the region.
CPR Trailer Aims To Save Lives
Murgon Local Ambulance Committee’s new CPR Awareness trailer made its official debut at the Murgon Show on Saturday.
Spotlight On Cherbourg Health Services
The way health services at Cherbourg work together was showcased at a forum held in the town recently.
Upgrade For Murgon Hospital
Work to upgrade Murgon Hospital’s Emergency Department is scheduled to begin next week.
Roadworks Completed At Hospital
Visitors to Kingaroy Hospital should enjoy easier access to the buildings following the completion of road works at the complex.
Work Starts On New Dental Facility
Construction is about to begin on the new building which will replace the demolished Farrhome at the back of Kingaroy Hospital.
Government To
Act On GP Shortage
Assistant Federal Health Minister Dr David Gillespie says Kingaroy’s GP shortage will be addressed
Asbestos Disease Support Coming To Region
Many people in regional areas like the South Burnett are living with asbestos-related diseases in isolation because they have been unable to access support options available to them.
‘Pickle’ Earns Health Service Award
Cherbourg senior health worker Cec “Pickle” Brown has been commended for his dedication to helping South Burnett school children achieve their full learning potential.
Emergency Departments Clogged By Trivia
New data released this week shows that public hospital emergency departments are being clogged with requests for prescriptions and medical certificates, and with minor ailments like a common cold, sunburn and splinters.
Tickets On Sale For Gala Charity Ball
Tickets have gone on sale for the 2017 South Burnett Mayor’s Charity Ball, which will be held at Kingaroy Town Hall on May 20.
