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02 October 2026
Sarina projects to provide more beds for transitional care
Mackay Hospital and Health Service (HHS) is taking a proactive approach to addressing the increasing demand for beds for patients awaiting support from other services by undertaking two separate projects in Sarina to increase capacity by 34 beds.
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31 August 2026
Rural move a rewarding step outside of comfort zone
When registered nurse Reanna Huntington-Tildsley packed up life on the bustling Gold Coast and moved to the tiny rural town of Dysart, she knew she was stepping well outside her comfort zone.
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01 August 2026
New service strengthens care for region's seriously ill children
Critically unwell children will have faster access to specialist care while remaining closer to home with a new Paediatric Telehealth Intensive Care Service at Mackay Base Hospital.
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30 July 2026
Today's teens are tomorrow's heathcare workforce
Thirty-five teenagers observed doctors and nurses treating a critically injured patient in a simulation exercise at Mackay Base Hospital last week.
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09 September 2025
Fisherman thankful for Bowen team's response to emergency
Justin Stokes considers himself extremely lucky that the weather was too rough for him to “even wet a fishing line” on August 3. It probably saved his life.
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03 September 2025
New service an alternative care pathway for cardiac patients
A new post-discharge cardiology service at Mackay Base Hospital is helping patients with non-urgent heart conditions bypass the Emergency Department and get advice or treatment when they need it most.
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06 August 2025
Helen's passion helps steer clinical change and improve outcomes
Helen Nengasha is no stranger to “jumping in the deep end”. From moving continents to changing careers and ultimately stepping into a nursing leadership role and driving clinical change at Mackay Base Hospital, she enjoys a challenge and getting
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16 July 2025
Cruise ship patient's survival an 'absolute miracle'
What was supposed to be a relaxing family getaway in paradise turned suddenly into a terrifying medical emergency at sea for Joshua Gul.
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28 May 2025
Mackay Base Hospital adopts world-leading surgical improvement program
A program with a proven track record of improving the quality of care for surgical patients has been introduced at Mackay Base Hospital and the clinical team overseeing the initiative is excited about its potential.
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31 March 2025
Post-op service celebrates first birthday
A busy hospital team helping improve timely care, enhancing patient experience and reducing pressure on the emergency department has celebrated 12 months of service.
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06 January 2025
Challenging recovery testament to Zoe's toughness and tenacity
“I’m not a miracle child – I just survived a traumatic accident.” That’s how 14-year-old Zoe Hoffman describes her journey and surviving life-threatening injuries including a broken neck and nearly losing her leg in a horrific accident