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APRIL: Diabetes results improve during COVID-19 shutdown (SA/NT)
Digital health consultations soared in April as the RFDS found innovative new ways to connect with isolated communities during COVID-19 – with some unexpected results.
Read morePrioritising health in rural Queensland (QLD)
For 18 years, Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) Nurse Manager Jo Mahony has been a driving force in supporting rural communities through every high and low.
Read moreRecognition as Australia's Most Trusted Charity (TAS)
The Royal Flying Doctor Service has been announced as Australia’s ‘Most Trusted Charity’ based on the Australian Reader's Digest Trusted Brands survey of 2021.
Read moreCelebrating the women of the Flying Doctor (WA)
Happy International Women's Day! The Flying Doctor in WA is celebrating the day by recognising the tremendous efforts of the women of the Flying Doctor who #choosetochallenge themselves on the frontline and behind-the-scenes to benefit the health outcomes of all who live, work and travel across WA.
Read moreRFDS bridges gap for rural dental care (QLD)
A new study has revealed the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) Dental Service produced more than $15 million of economic and social benefits for Queensland patients between 2013 and 2019.
Read moreRFDS helps deliver first baby born in Richmond in 15 years (QLD)
Jess Harvey was 35 weeks pregnant when she awoke in the middle of the night with contractions at home, two hours from her nearest town. The RFDS was soon called to assist, and not long after baby Darby arrived.
Read moreRFDS presents evidence to Royal Commission into Aged Care
CEO of RFDS Australia, Dr Martin Laverty, has presented evidence and testimony in Broome this week as part of the Royal Commission into Aged Care.
Read moreBourke and Wills territory safe at last (NSW/ACT)
Where once there was nothing, the RFDS Cooper Basin Clinic now offers locals everything ‘from dental to mental’ health care
Read moreFuture of aeromedical care ready for take-off with launch of first B360 aircraft (QLD)
The Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) has unveiled the first of a new fleet of aircraft which are set to revolutionise aeromedical care in Australia.
Read moreAn Australian first for WA's Flying Doctor (WA)
Royal Flying Doctor Service (Western Operations) Board Chair, Mr Sam Walsh AO has announced that two helicopters will join our fleet in an Australian first for the RFDS.
Read moreIn hot water: Louis' story (SA/NT)
When a quiet day out on an outback lake went terribly wrong, Louis was left clutching his lifeless leg, calling out to mates for help. That's when they called the RFDS.
Read moreFEBRUARY: Flying across a pandemic (SA/NT)
The RFDS was the first aeromedical organisation to manage a positive COVID-19 case on Australian soil.
Read moreNew service helps locals smile (SA/NT)
As COVID-19 restrictions temporarily closed dental services across the nation, the RFDS worked on opening a new one in outback SA.
Read moreSignature Flying Doctor artwork launches NAIDOC Week (SA/NT)
The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) Central Operations has partnered with two South Australian Aboriginal artists to launch a major artwork and uniform piece inspired by the remote communities it serves.
Read moreOutback Heritage Experience the top tourism destination in town according to TripAdvisor (NSW/ACT)
The Flying Doctor's Outback Heritage Experience at Broken Hill is a must-visit destination for Mundi Mundi Bash attendees.
Read moreDarcy's Horse sculpture to raise vital funds for the WA Flying Doctor (WA)
A sculpture celebrating the Royal Flying Doctor Service will be on display in the Dexus lobby. “Darcy’s Horse” by WA artist Troy Morrison will be auctioned to raise vital funds for the RFDS.
Read more2021 RFDS Local Hero Awards recipients announced (QLD)
Nine extraordinary Oueenslanders have been announced as the RFDS Local Hero Award winners-each representing RFDS base locations. Watch their stories and vote for your favourite RFDS Local Hero.
Read moreLocal boy’s dream of touring RFDS comes true (QLD)
With the dream of living in the outback when he grows up, Chae first learned of the Flying Doctor when the service saved his uncle’s life, after the man was bitten by a deadly snake on a fishing trip.
Read moreRFDS veteran bids farewell after 34 years: Q&A with Captain Ray Mundy (SA/NT)
After more than 30 years of delivering aeromedical services to outback Australians, RFDS Central Operations’ longest-serving pilot Ray Mundy has hung up his hat.
Read moreSenex $1m support to Royal Flying Doctor Service (SA/NT)
Senex Energy has extended its total commitment to the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) Central Operations to $1 million with a further three-year major sponsorship.
Read moreMeet Broome base flight nurse Fiona Yard (WA)
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.
Read moreBetter Ageing with RFDS Victoria (VIC)
RFDS Victoria has been the beneficiary of a portion of funding from the Australian Sports Commission, awarded to RFDS Australia, to create and run a National Rural and Remote Active Ageing Program.
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