Townsville region

Our Region, Our People: Meet Patsy-Ann

What began as involvement in a community program has transformed into a personal health journey for Richmond Shire Council Deputy...

Pharmacists start work in general practices in Townsville and Charters Towers

Older residents can now access a pharmacist at several general practices in Townsville and Charters Towers thanks to a new...

Health professionals prepare for cyclone and wet season with emergency planning training

North Queensland general practice, pharmacy, and residential aged care home staff have participated in emergency planning training ahead of the...

Our Region, Our People: Meet Dr Toni Weller

The future of digital healthcare is exciting and right at health professionals’ fingertips, according to Townsville general practitioner (GP) Dr...

Our Region, Our People: Meet Cynthia

Townsville Practice Manager Cynthia Hawkings is deeply dedicated to improving patient care and transforming the lives of those living with...

Our Region, Our People: Meet Brian

An innovative telehealth cart is bringing families closer together at The Good Shepherd Home, in Townsville, especially for crucial conversations...

Health professionals complete vital blood collection and cannulation courses for better patient care

More than 110 primary healthcare professionals from across North Queensland have completed blood collection and cannulation courses.  The courses –...

Our Region, Our People: Meet Dr Evan

Townsville’s afterhours primary care service is well utilised and highly valued by patients seeking healthcare outside of normal hours.  And...

Our region, Our People: Meet Project Lead Kristie

When mum Kirsty noticed her young daughter had an abnormal cough, she took her straight to the Townsville Medicare Urgent...

New telehealth initiative helps aged care home residents access GPs more easily

Northern Queensland Primary Health Network (NQPHN) is rolling out comprehensive, mobile, telehealth carts to 36 participating residential aged care homes...

Our Region, Our People: Meet Dr Sam

Ingham Family Medical Practice is the first North Queensland clinic to offer the Virtual Integrated Practice (VIP) program, welcoming Dr...

First 1,000 Days program strengthens social and emotional wellbeing for families

First Nations families in the Townsville region, including Palm Island, are receiving more timely access to care thanks to a...

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