Joanne Morganson was late into a nursing career which sees her now caring for early arrivals. As a neonatal nurse at Mackay Base Hospital, Jo is one of the supportive, caring and friendly faces in the Special Care Nursery (SCN) looking after families and preterm babies 32 weeks gestation and later or babies who are… [Read More]

Kirsten Jordan and partner Matt Gallagher had excitedly marked November 22 on the calendar; It was their baby’s due date during what was a “straightforward, very easy and stress-free” pregnancy. But a fishing trip in “glassed out conditions on the long weekend” when she was 33 weeks pregnant chartered a new course in Kirsten’s journey… [Read More]

Even after 30 years nursing, Kylie Gibson is still amazed by what she refers to as the “perioperative waltz”. “Working in theatre is a bit like a dance; it’s very coordinated and everyone is doing their own job, but we are all very focussed on collaboration, communication and mutual respect to achieve the best outcome… [Read More]

Melissa Parter admits she’s still on a high after her Australian team won the women’s over 30s Indoor Cricket World Masters in Sri Lanka this month. “I’m having little memories pop up each day since my return to reality and I just giggle and feel filled with joy and pride,” Mel said. The Mackay HHS… [Read More]

In a world that constantly evolves, occupational therapy reminds us that everyone has the potential to thrive, no matter the challenges they face. From 21 to 27 October, we shine a light on the work of occupational therapists who work with clients of all ages, addressing physical emotion and social challenges to enhance independence and… [Read More]