Mackay Base Hospital has experienced its busiest month ever with a record 4251 presentations for August. This compares to 3953 for August last year and the monthly average of 3804 presentations in the 2016-17 year. Director of Emergency Dr Pieter Nel said his team had work tirelessly to deal with the large number of very… [Read More]
Make your decision count
Tory Lord was just 23 years old when he passed unexpectedly while on a European holiday with his girlfriend in April 2016. His sister, Courtney, is sharing her family’s story for the first time during Donate Life Week as a reminder to others about the importance of making sure their wishes count. “Tory was in… [Read More]
Health workers unite to shatter mental health stigma
Mackay Hospital and Health Service is determined to #bethechange and help shatter the stigma towards mental health. The Stigma Reduction Initiative raises awareness of the negative impact that stigma relating to mental illness has on individuals, their families and their recovery. Consumer Consultant Debbie Lattimore said stigma against mental illness was common and its impact… [Read More]
GMT Registrar’s skills put to test during cyclone
As Mackay and the Whitsundays recover from Cyclone Debbie, Dr Skye Nissen has reflected on the vital role she played in the wake of the destruction. Dr Nissen is a Generalist Medical Training (GMT) GP registrar based at the Proserpine Hospital. “I’m from Cairns so I’m used to cyclones, but cyclone Debbie was just something… [Read More]
Our true blue Carli’s crazy hair is all part of cancer care
Cancer Services nurse Carli Shaw’s ever-changing hair colour is popular with her patients but make no mistake this red head is blue on the inside. “I get some stick for wearing a Blues jersey and having hair to match at Origin time but it’s all friendly banter. I grew up in Lightning Ridge so I’m… [Read More]
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