A program that helps Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people make Deadly Choices will be celebrated at a Community Day on Tuesday 20 September. Mackay Hospital Health Service and Mackay Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community Health Services are partnering to stage the smoke and alcohol free event at Queens Park. Mackay HHS Regional… [Read More]
Next generation of health workers visit Mackay Base Hospital
Mackay Hospital and Health Service is growing its own talent by working with the next generation of health workers. This week 32 secondary school students will take part in a two-day work experience program at Mackay Base Hospital. Executive Director Nursing and Midwifery, Education and Support Services Julie Rampton said during their time at the… [Read More]
Mackay HHS marks NAIDOC Week
Mackay Base Hospital marked NAIDOC Day with a Welcome to Country, Flag Raising Ceremony and a reflection on progress being made towards Closing The Gap in the difference between life expectancy for indigenous and non indigenous Australians. NAIDOC Week is a time to celebrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander history, culture and achievements and is… [Read More]
Bowen and Cannonvale residents urged to protect against mosquitoes
Bowen and Cannonvale residents are being urged to protect themselves against mosquito bites in and around their homes following two suspected cases of imported Zika virus. Director of Public Health Dr Steven Donohue said there was no connection with the recent South Mackay case as the virus was acquired in different countries. “The Bowen and… [Read More]
Public Health investigation launched after Zika virus case
The Mackay Public Health Unit will assess an area in South Mackay today following the diagnosis of Zika virus in a man recently returned from Mexico. Director of Public Health Dr Richard Gair stressed there was no immediate risk of anyone else contracting the virus. “This afternoon we will assess an area in South Mackay… [Read More]