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Lockhart River walk with the RFDS boosts men’s mental health
Lockhart River local Patrick has linked up with the RFDS to make a positive impact on men’s mental health through a new initiative - Walk, Talk, Yarn, Unite and Stand as one in support of Mental Health.
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Funding support to ensure continuity of care
22 Jul 2020The Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) has received more than $285,000 in funding from the Queensland Government to aid in the delivery of services in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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20 years and $15 million raised thanks to Ergon Energy Retail
21 Jul 2020For the last 20 years, Ergon Energy Retail and its customers have raised over $15 million for the Flying Doctor in Queensland, keeping the RFDS aircraft in the air and saving lives. Thank you to everyone who supports us through this amazing initiative.
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Talk small to make big change
16 Jul 2020The Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) has launched a new campaign aimed at promoting better connections to support mental health and wellbeing
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Brisbane and Rockhampton Bases celebrate 25 years
03 Jul 2020The Brisbane and Rockhampton Bases of the Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) both celebrated 25 years in operation on 3 July, 2020.
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Simulation technology helps tackle virus
25 Jun 2020Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) medical staff are using the latest high-tech medical simulation technology to aid in the fight against COVID-19 (Coronavirus).
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Bundaberg Flight Nurse completes outback rotation
24 Jun 2020The challenges presented in delivering remote healthcare during COVID-19 have resulted in a rewarding opportunity for one Bundaberg-based flight nurse.
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Celebrating a decade of partnership with over 15,000 reasons to smile
22 Jun 2020QCoal and the Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) will this month celebrate a significant milestone – 10 years of partnership in support of rural and regional Queenslanders.
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Townsville nurse retires after 13 years
09 Jun 2020Mr Cole, who last week retired from his role as Flight Nurse and Midwife with the Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS), believes there is no more satisfying way to earn a living than by helping others.
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