Axe Falls On Medicare Locals
The Federal Budget announcement that the 61 Medicare Locals across Australia will be scrapped has been greeted with equanimity by the Darling Downs South West Queensland Medicare Local team.
Mi Networks Spreads The Word
A program that has the potential to assist people with mental illness in regional and remote Australia was explained at information sessions in Kingaroy today.
Women Embrace
Breast Screens
More women across the South Burnett are embracing free breast screening, with numbers exceeding targets
Waiting Times ‘Slashed’
Waiting times for semi-urgent surgery and dental care have been slashed in the Darling Downs health region according to the latest quarterly report, Health Minister Mr Lawrence Springborg said today.
Where To Turn For Help
An information session will be held in Kingaroy tomorrow afternoon (May 16) to explain a national mental health initiative dubbed “Mi Networks”.
Top Nurse To Retire
After almost five decades in nursing, Darling Downs Hospital and Health Service (DDHHS) Executive Director of Nursing and Midwifery Services, Ms Judy March, is now looking towards retirement.
Walk To Mark Nurses Day
Hospital staff from across the South Burnett will be taking part in a special walk on Monday (May 12) to mark International Nurses Day.
A Healthy Holiday Choice
St Saviour’s College student Sprhee Jacobs returned home from Toowoomba to Cherbourg for the recent school holidays however, unlike most students, she didn’t spend all of her time hanging out with friends or watching TV.
South Burnett Waiting
Lists ‘Halved’: Dentist
Waiting lists for dental services in the South Burnett have almost halved since January, according to the Darling Downs Hospital and Health Service.
Spotlight On Health Service
The Cherbourg Health Service has been highlighted as one of the State’s leaders in community engagement.
Drinking Is No Game
Drinking alcohol to excess isn’t a game, but a “game” could be a clue to help young people not drink to excess …
Speak Out Against DV
UnitingCare Community is urging all Queenslanders to speak out against domestic violence this month and to take time to reflect on Domestic and Family Violence Awareness Month.
Locals Receive $1.3m In Travel Subsidies
South Burnett residents received $1.3 million in patient travel subsidies in the first eight months of this financial year, the Darling Downs Hospital and Health Service (DDHHS) said today.
Day To Thank Midwives
Kingaroy Hospital will be celebrating the work of midwives next Monday, the International Day of the Midwife.
Josie Steps Up Fundraising With Walk
If you have an urge to dress up in red – and then run a half marathon – then Inverlaw will be the place to be on Sunday, June 8.
Doctors Mingle At Meet’n’Greet
Despite a Budget axe dangling over its head, Medicare Local is putting on a brave face
All Set For Flu Season
Flu season is just around the corner and predictions are that it could be a bad one
Artist Debuts At Age 84
Wondai artist Bob Hehlen, 84, has a lifetime of experiences to share in his first exhibition
Goomeri Nurse Lands
Her Dream Job In Murgon
When Janiene Hullock was in primary school one of her teachers suggested that she should become a nurse.
Hundreds Get Flu Vaccination
Cherbourg residents have taken up the challenge and decided to tackle the flu head on.
