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Mental Health Crises in Rural and Remote Australia

RFDS Research: Direct medical costs associated with air retrievals for people experiencing mental health crisis are substantial. Majority of costs are associated with hospital admission and treatment; however, the indirect (loss of productivity) and intangible (quality of life) costs are far greater

Simulation technology helps tackle virus

Royal 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).

Nothing will stop our frontline teams from saving lives

The world may look a bit different these days, but our commitment to caring for Australians remains as resolute as ever.

Bundaberg Flight Nurse completes outback rotation

The challenges presented in delivering remote healthcare during COVID-19 have resulted in a rewarding opportunity for one Bundaberg-based flight nurse.

Celebrating a decade of partnership with over 15,000 reasons to smile

QCoal 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.

Men's health in the spotlight this June

RFDS’ Life-saving Blood Supply

RFDS urges men in remote WA to take charge of their health

Primary Health in Koorabye

Broome-based RFDS pilot Bryn James says it is a privilege to be able to assist the people of Koorabye in the Kimberley through our primary healthcare clinics.

Dentists go west

Townsville nurse retires after 13 years

Mr 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.

Celebrating one year of service

The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) Central Operations is celebrating one year of service for its RFDS Medi-Jet 24 – the ultimate intensive care unit that launched a new era in Australian aeromedical care.

Bundaberg Aeromedical Base off to a flying start

It has been four months since the Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) opened the hangar doors to its new Bundaberg Aeromedical Base, and while the skies have been quieter than usual during that time, it’s been all systems go for the lifesaving work of the local RFDS crew.

Meet our Stars of COVID-19

Port Hedland International Airport takes the Flying Doctor to new heights

Landing fees for Flying Doctor crews arriving at Port Hedland International Airport will continue to be waived following a three-year partnership extension announced today.