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#97 Kelly was heavily pregnant when she was diagnosed with a brain tumour
Kelly Foran was eagerly expecting the arrival of her first child when she told by Doctors that she had a brain tumour the size of a 'goose egg'.
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Loving father Jacob has use of his arm thanks to your generous support
27 Jan 2021After a collision on his dirt bike, the 21-year-old needed emergency surgery to save his arm.
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Rosemary’s family needed the Flying Doctor
27 Jan 2021Rosemary’s family needed the Flying Doctor, now she donates to help other families get the care they need
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Send in your snaps
27 Jan 2021Whether it’s a spectacular shot of the Flying Doctor in the Australian outback, an emotional time when the Flying Doctor has been there for you or a loved one, or a fun picture that captures a special moment at our Dubbo or Broken Hill Visitor Experience, we want to see your snaps and hear the story
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You can help us bring safe-tea to the outback!
27 Jan 2021This year we are launching a new community event, ‘The Outback Morning Tea’ to raise vital funds to bring healthcare to those living in rural, regional, and remote Australia. You can join with your friends and family and hold a morning tea to support the Royal Flying Doctor Service.
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Critical care for a genetic heart condition
27 Jan 2021Tash Yeo’s concerned friend urged her to get a check-up at their local hospital when he noticed her heart was racing and she was out of breath.
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THE GIFT OF TIME: The profound effect a community had on their local GP
19 Jan 2021For RFDS (Queensland Section) GP Trainee Katrina Starmer, a recent gift from the Chillagoe community, was not just beautiful – but incredibly symbolic.
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Saving baby Kaleb
18 Jan 2021Baby Kaleb was only 10 days old when he became seriously ill in the midst of rising floodwaters in Biloela. His mum, Lori, took him to the local hospital. But Kaleb was so unwell that he needed intensive care – nearly 150km away.
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New Study on RFDS Pregnancy Patients
18 Jan 2021New Study reveals one out of every 420 women who gave birth Australia-wide during 2015–2017 received an aeromedical retrieval by the RFDS
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Impact of COVID lockdown on aeromedical retrievals
13 Jan 2021New data released this week by Australian researchers reveals the impact of the COVID-19 lockdown period on aeromedical retrievals in rural and remote regions.
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Caring for our rural and remote communities
12 Jan 2021In spite of everything that has happened over the past year, our generous community of supporters has enabled us to continue to help thousands of people in their time of need.
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Learn about our RFDS Reconcilliation Journey
11 Jan 2021We are dedicated to ensuring our services contribute to the “Close the Gap” targets to improve both health outcomes and access to health services for First Nations Peoples. Find out more about the RFDS Reconciliation Journey and our Reconciliation Action Plan
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Legal expert Kathleen Conroy answers the most frequently asked questions about writing a Will
05 Jan 2021Partner and Pro Bono Director of Gadens, Kathleen Conroy, shares useful advice to consider when writing a Will.
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Visit our Brisbane Base from the comfort of your home!
04 Jan 2021During these uncertain times, planning a base tour can be difficult. But here at the RFDS (Queensland Section), we’ve found a way for you to visit our Brisbane Base without leaving the comfort of your own home.
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