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24 September 2026
Cardiac clinic provides continuity of care and reassurance
The Cardiology Rapid Access Service (RAS) at Mackay Base Hospital is proving a heart-smart solution by delivering faster care and keeping patients out of the Emergency Department (ED).
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22 September 2026
Paul thankful for time and transplant closer to home
For almost six years, Paul Vassallo’s life was measured in hours spent sitting in a dialysis chair.
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22 September 2026
Paul thankful for time and transplant closer to home
For almost six years, Paul Vassallo’s life was measured in hours spent sitting in a dialysis chair.
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10 February 2025
World-first diabetes study puts the region in research spotlight
Mackay could become a diabetes research hub with the potential to help accelerate treatment breakthroughs and enable greater access to life-changing technology for sufferers.
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14 November 2024
Tool reduces risk and details blood sugar data
Mackay HHS senior library manager Leesa Philip wasn’t surprised to be diagnosed as diabetic 16 years ago. She has a long family history of type 1 and type 2 diabetes.
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05 August 2024
Diabetes program offers peace of mind to parents and schools
Life changed significantly for 11-year-old Callum Brown when he was diagnosed with diabetes, but a new program is helping kids like him feel supported at school and giving their parents peace of mind.