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]
Each breath is precious for Mackay brothers Bentley and Leighton
Donna Lee has seen her tiny babies go blue and limp as they struggle to get enough oxygen into their lungs. Both boys have laryngomalacia, a condition where they have a soft larynx that collapses and blocks the airway. Every second without oxygen is critical so lying flat for a nappy change or a bottle… [Read More]
Mackay Base Hospital receives advice on mould
An independent report commissioned to investigate the best way to eradicate mould from Mackay Base Hospital has been received. The report recommends a combination of replacing air conditioning systems in older parts of the hospital and remediation in the new parts. Chief Executive Jo Whitehead said the health service sought expert advice on the cause… [Read More]
Our Mal is a winner!
With NAIDOC week celebrations being held across the region we are recognising the achievements of one of our own, Malifai Kii. Mal has been given the chance to advance her skills after winning a scholarship for the 2017 Wal-Meta (Diploma of Government) Leadership Program. Working as an Administration Officer in the Medical Imaging team, she… [Read More]
Nurse celebrates 46 years in her community
When Mavis Midgley walks through the Proserpine Hospital she’s greeted by everyone she walks by. That comes as no surprise because this month Mavis celebrates 46 years of looking after the health of the Whitsunday community. “I first started out as a dental nurse at the age of 15 because I wasn’t old enough to… [Read More]
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