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Women’s Health: The Essential Check-Up Guide for Every Age
It’s easy to put your health on the backburner—especially when life gets busy. But regular health checks are one of the most powerful ways to take care of yourself, catch potential issues early, and feel confident in your wellbeing.
More detailsA mother's worst nightmare
What started out like a normal day for mother of four Susan Thorne, would later be one she remembers as “the worst day of our lives”.
A Day in the life of an RFDS Patient Transport Officer
Glenice was transferred onto their stretcher then we were off to the hospital. Glenn and Wez were laidback, which was a good thing as Glenice does enjoy making fun with people. She kept attempting to knock Glenn’s hat off with her walking stick
RFDS Partners with the Devil
The Save the Tasmanian Devil Appeal, the central charity for Tasmania's iconic animal is proud to partner with the Royal Flying Doctor Service.
On the Road and in the Air: A day in the life of a patient transport officer
Glenice was transferred onto their stretcher then we were off to the hospital. Glenn and Wez were laidback, which was a good thing as Glenice does enjoy making fun with people. She kept attempting to knock Glenn’s hat off with her walking stick
Filling service gaps in remote communities
A NEW mobile outreach program is helping improve access to dental services in remote Tasmanian communities. Starting with Circular Head in the north west, the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) Tasmania is providing free screening, preventive and restorative dental services...
Partnership helps Michelle hit health goals
GEORGE Town woman Michelle Turpin credits a partnership approach – which involved setting her own goals then being supported to achieve them – with helping her health turn a corner.
BBQ for the Flying Doctor
RFDS Tasmania's Stephen Stone Wins Gong
Stephen Stone, the first Tasmanian to win Exercise Physiologist of the Year award could be your local rural health worker.
