Tracy Hess has always had a strong interest in research, so when an opportunity came up to be involved with clinical trials it was one
World Diabetes Day is recognised on the 14 November each year and is the largest diabetes awareness campaign reaching a global audience of over 1
Surgical Patients at Mackay Base Hospital currently have the opportunity to take part in an international clinical trial aimed at preventing Chronic Post-Surgical Pain (CPSP).
Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is a serious complication of diabetes occurring when the body produces high levels of blood acids called ketones. Patients with DKA present
Sixth year medical student Sam Tafari has earned the nickname ‘Super Sam’ within the MIRI Research Support Unit. Dr Alison Pighills says she has never
NAIDOC Week Events + Tribal Leader Profile NAIDOC Week celebrations are held across Australia each July to celebrate the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal
This week, Queensland Health and QAS staff in Proserpine, Collinsville and Bowen attended an innovative emergency simulation training program incorporating video conferencing. An initiative of
Get active in Mackay and you could share in over $6,000 worth of fitness prizes. Mackay Institute of Research and Innovation’s Let’s Shape Up! initiative
Kylie Goldsmith has lost 24 kilograms over the past 14 months by ‘making changes – not excuses’. Toll Group is part of the HealthFull Alliance,
Mackay Hospital and Health Service continues to optimise virtual care models and technology to place patients at the centre of care, aided by TEMSU facilitation.