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World Blood Donor Day in Moreton Bay
Ahead of World Blood Donor Day, a Moreton Bay father shares how donated blood saved his daughter’s life, highlighting the vital role local donors play in supporting patients, families and healthcare services every day.
New health hub plans revealed
Plans have been lodged for a new healthcare hub in Dakabin, providing primary health, allied health, aged care, early childhood and community services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
Older and Bolder: Care closer to home
Cancer Care Moreton Bay is encouraging locals to explore treatment options closer to home, helping reduce travel stress while providing access to radiation therapy and specialist cancer care in Caboolture.
Older and Bolder: A new era of comfortable dentistry
Modern dentistry at Platypus Dental Strathpine is changing perceptions with gentle, minimally invasive treatments, advanced technology and a patient-first approach focused on comfort and care.
Record falls on hospital Giving Day
Raise it for Redcliffe Hospital Giving Day raised a record $225,000, supporting vital hospital projects. The six-year fundraiser has now topped $1.2M, funding palliative care upgrades to improve comfort, dignity and support for patients and families.
Try dragon boating with Snappies
Redcliffe Pink Snapdragons are inviting survivors and supporters to a come-and-try dragon boating session on June 13 at Talobilla Park, celebrating community, resilience and breast cancer awareness through sport and connection.
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COVID Safe approval for Jetty 2 Jetty
After facing the prospect of breaking its 34-year streak due to COVID-19, the Jetty 2 Jetty Fun Run is out of the blocks. Its COVID Safe event plan has now been approved by Queensland Health.
Major work to start on Caboolture Hospital upgrade
The $394.6 million redevelopment of Caboolture Hospital is gathering pace with major construction work about to start.
Young at heart sign up for 2020 J2J
James Wyndham is proof you’re never too old to follow your dreams. He’s signed up for this year’s Jetty2Jetty half-marathon, and is the oldest male competitor in the category, at 79 years young.
New after-hours GP service for Bribie
Bribie Island residents will have access to additional medical care thanks a new three-year trial of after-hours primary care announced by Federal Member for Longman Terry Young.
Final countdown for J2J teams
There are just three days left for teams of 10 or more to register for the Jetty 2 Jetty (J2J) Fun Run – and receive a 10 per cent discount.
Moreton Bay pool price freeze for 12 months
Entry prices at the Moreton Bay Region’s swimming pools are being frozen for the next 12 months.
Healthy and Active Moreton program returns
Moreton Bay Regional Council’s Healthy and Active Moreton program is kicking off again for those keen to get moving after COVID-19 isolation.
How Raw Power meals is feeding World Gym demand
Justin Bellas has been on an amazing rollercoaster ride at World Gym Burpengary for the past three months – and it is showing no signs of slowing down.
30 ways to improve mental wellbeing
The past few months have been challenging for many of us, so we went to the experts for some tips on improving our mental wellbeing. Here’s their top 30.
Running Training with Water Views
It's time to pull out your running shoes and start your running training for the Jetty to Jetty Fun Run Queensland's most scenic Fun Run.
