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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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Doc's new chapter

14 Feb 2021

When Dr Yaritji Green completes the new Australian General Practice Training Program, she’ll join a growing breed of doctors known as Rural Generalists – or “GPs Plus”.

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Turning cows into cash

14 Feb 2021

A surprise six-figure donation from a Naracoorte business has secured a flying start to the Royal Flying Doctor Service’s fundraising efforts in 2021.

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On tap at the William Creek Hotel

14 Feb 2021

The Royal Flying Doctor Service is now “on tap” at the iconic William Creek Hotel.

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Marree community legend retires

29 Jan 2021

When June Andrew rattled into Marree in her Ford Laser in the heat of the 1982 summer, it was the first time she had visited the remote South Australian town.

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A promise delivered: 2020 in review

11 Dec 2020

We reflect on 2020 - an extraordinary year in rural and remote health.

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JANUARY: Keeping a bird’s eye view on wellbeing

11 Dec 2020

Keeping a bird’s eye view on mental health and wellbeing.

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FEBRUARY: Flying across a pandemic

11 Dec 2020

The RFDS was the first aeromedical organisation to manage a positive COVID-19 case on Australian soil.

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MARCH: New services making locals smile

11 Dec 2020

New RFDS Remote Oral Health Care Services open in Mutitjulu in Central Australia and Leigh Creek in South Australia.

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