Health

New equipment has been installed at Bundaberg Hospital which will mean Covid-19 and respiratory illness testing can be performed onsite resulting in faster turn-around times

A special device is now being offered at antenatal appointments to help mums-to-be and their partners make the choice to quit smoking in order to provide their baby with the best start at life.

Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service is asking how the community feels about attending face-to-face public forums as part of the Let’s talk health consultation campaign which will occur during April and May.

GenesisCare is issuing an urgent plea to residents to not delay cancer screening, testing and treatment due to coronavirus.

Today marks 12 months since Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service launched its COVID-19 vaccination program, with 99 per cent of residents having now received their first dose of the vaccine and more than 93 per cent on their second dose.

The Bundaberg Royal Flying Doctor Service base this week marked 20 years of serving the region and has received a welcome surprise which will increase patient comfort in-flight.