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Graphic: Australian-first virtual emergency centre to help save lives in the outback

Australian-first virtual emergency centre to help save lives in the outback

15 Mar 2024

The Royal Flying Doctor Service is opening a state-of-the-art health hub in the South Australian outback tourism town of William Creek that provides 24/7 emergency medical help with no health professionals physically on the ground.

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RFDS named Australia's Most Reputable Charity

11 Dec 2020

The RFDS is named Australia’s Most Reputable Charity for the ninth year.

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Creating a ‘flying’ first for stroke patients

01 Dec 2020

The Royal Flying Doctor Service and Micro-X are working together to prototype the nation’s first airborne stroke unit in a bid to improve the health outcomes of patients in rural and remote areas.

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Remote airstrips made safer with new landing rules

27 Nov 2020

Remote airstrips are being made safer with new landing rules issued by the RFDS. Watch our video explaining the procedures.

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Flying Doctor lifeline to station life

16 Nov 2020

Lying on a claypan after being flung from a motorbike on the Clifton Hills Station in the far north-east corner of South Australia, station manager Peter Nunn knew the RFDS was on the way.

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New service helps locals smile

16 Nov 2020

As COVID-19 restrictions temporarily closed dental services across the nation, the RFDS worked on opening a new one in outback SA.

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Outback Ordeal

16 Nov 2020

Young Jackeroo Tommy was struck down by illness and was a very long way from the help he needed.

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Technology to support better health

16 Nov 2020

Digital patient medical bags will soon arm the Flying Doctor with lifesaving technological support for patients in rural and remote Australia, thanks to a generous donation from Mrs Gina Rinehart and the Rinehart Medical Foundation.

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IGA add piece to the fundraising puzzle

16 Nov 2020

Independent Grocers of Australia stores are putting the pieces together for a strong November fundraising campaign for the RFDS.

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