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Building the future of outback healthcare through student placements: Six weeks as a Flying Doctor
The Royal Flying Doctor Service (South Eastern Section) welcomed Emma, a final-year medical student from Flinders University for a six week placement.
More detailsRFDS Receives Fuel Expense Relief from Australian Government
The Royal Flying Doctor Service has been granted a number of fuel rebates from the Australian Government’s Australia Airline Financial Relief Package (AAFRP), totalling more than $500,000.
Meet Broome base flight nurse Fiona Yard
In recognition of International Nurses Day (May 12), we caught up with Broome base flight nurse Fiona Yard who is no stranger to the demands of remote nursing, especially as we continue to work through the pandemic and beyond.
Generations of care
While many Australians have had a personal Flying Doctor encounter, Amber Driver concedes she has a few more stories than most.
Banishing 'the blues' in the bush
Winter is on the doorstep and life has taken a few unpredictable turns of late. A positive mindset is key to getting through tough times, but how is it that some people can maintain that crucial forward-thinking approach every day?
How well do you know the RFDS?
To celebrate the Flying Doctor's birthday this month, try your hand at the Flying Doctor crossword which features clues marking our rich heritage and exciting present-day operations.
Mobile Patient Care: transporting clients with compassion
RFDS Victoria's Mobile Patient Care teams have been on the front line of the Covid-19 response.
Handle with Care - saving Calvary
“I think of how sudden it was that we needed the Flying Doctor and how quickly they were there for us,” Sofia recalls.
RFDS and Rio Tinto partner to improve remote and rural Queensland health services
In May 2020, the RFDS and Rio Tinto announced a new partnership to improve emergency and remotely delivered health care services across regional Queensland.
Hand sanitiser ready for takeoff
In May, the RFDS took delivery of some timely, and extremely precious cargo thanks to Carlton & United Breweries.
Dental Service ‘I didn’t smile before you fixed my teeth’
Jamieson local Claire* used Flying Doctor Dental earlier this year and says that dental services provided in the local area saves a lot of time in the car.
Education Program offers online resources
Elements of RFDS' Education Program are available for access at home.
RFDS Research Unit provides a voice to Rural and Remote Australians
Did you know the RFDS has a Research Unit that is dedicated to improving health outcomes for people in rural and remote Australia by 'giving them a voice'?
Woolworths online shoppers to help the Flying Doctor fund preterm baby emergency kits
Vulnerable babies like Daisy are being kept safe in the air with the Flying Doctor thanks to Woolworths online shoppers.
RFDS GPs rise to the challenge
No two days are the same for RFDS GP Dr. Bec Jacobs who – alongside her new colleague Dr. Dharminder Singh – works out of the community of Robinvale, in north-west Victoria.
Bushfire Recovery Wellbeing Service
Throughout COVID-19, RFDS Victoria continues to deliver mental health and wellbeing to rural communities over the phone and via telehealth.
