Mackay region

New Virtual Care Pods improve access to care for vulnerable communities in Mackay region

A person who had not seen a doctor for several years was among the first to use a new Virtual...

Dying to Know Day encourages people to start the conversations that matter most

What would happen if your family had to make important decisions on your behalf but didn’t know your wishes? That...

Our Region, Our People: Meet Julia

Connecting older Australians with vital healthcare can be a logistical challenge in regional communities, but one passionate nurse at Proserpine...

Our Region, Our People: Meet Brian and Eleni

Northern Queensland Primary Health Network (NQPHN) has marked a major milestone in improving medicines safety for older residents, successfully facilitating...

GP solution secured for Clermont

Clermont residents will again have access to local GP services under a new interim stabilisation arrangement, with the Royal Flying...

Free palliative care expo and dedicated health professional training heading to Mackay this month

Hosted by Palliative Care Queensland and proudly supported by Northern Queensland Primary Health Network (NQPHN), this free event provides a...

Mackay Medicare Mental Health Centre to provide free mental health support for the community

People in the Mackay region experiencing mental health distress will soon have access to a new Medicare Mental Health Centre,...

NQPHN campaign to attract health workforce to paradise

A recently launched campaign is showcasing the rewarding careers and lifestyle opportunities on offer across northern Queensland’s primary health care...

Health Workforce Spotlight: Nick Kenny

Name: Nick Kenny Position: Director/Physiotherapist Place of work: Active Performance Tell us about your role and what a typical day...

Health Workforce Spotlight: Dr Dan and Lauren Caines

Name: Dr Dan and Lauren Caines Position: Practice owners Place of work: Atherton Health Hub Tell us about your role and...

Health Workforce Spotlight: Emma Pullen

Name: Emma Pullen Position: Practice Manager/Owner Place of work: Sydney Street Medical, Mackay Tell us about your role and what...

Mackay celebrates official launch of Universal Aftercare

Local partners gathered in the courtyard of Mackay Base Hospital today to celebrate the official launch of the region’s Universal...

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