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Our Region, Our People

Meet the faces of North Queensland

Our Region, Our People features the stories of North Queenslanders who are living happier, healthier, longer lives with the help of NQPHN-funded services and programs. The good news stories showcase the transformative impact of these initiatives and highlight the unique health needs of our diverse communities. Their stories can be read below:

By Elizabeth Campbell September 23, 2024
Northern Peninsula Area Family and Community Services (NPAFACS) CEO Tailisa Yusia says it’s heartwarming to see families benefitting from the ITC program.
By Elizabeth Campbell September 18, 2024
The role of clinical data in general practice is crucial – and a Cairns clinic is a shining example of a commitment to data excellence.
By Elizabeth Campbell September 18, 2024
Collinsville Family Practice registered nurse Grace Paulson is an Inca super user. 
By Elizabeth Campbell September 17, 2024
New FNQ HealthPathways Coordinator Paula Fisher (right) and GP Liaison Officer (LO) Oona Westrheim (left) are creating pathways that enhance the wellbeing of the community. 
By Elizabeth Campbell September 17, 2024
Caring for someone with dementia as they approach the end of their life can often feel lonely and isolating.
By Elizabeth Campbell September 17, 2024
North Queensland Allied Health Social Worker Akpene Attakey helps connect extremely vulnerable older persons to appropriate aged care and other local services they need so they can lead a quality life.
By Elizabeth Campbell September 17, 2024
The Townsville GP Superclinic has delivered the afterhours primary care service since September 2023. 
By Elizabeth Campbell September 17, 2024
When mum Kirsty noticed her young daughter had an abnormal cough, she took her straight to the Townsville Medicare Urgent Care Clinic (UCC).
By Karina Graham September 17, 2024
Cape York artist Sabu Wailu has reconnected with his culture through his art, which he is now selling after entering the NPA Art Exhibition earlier this year. 
By Karina Graham September 17, 2024
Cairns resident Greg Curtis-Hill looks forward to the day the new Cairns Head to Health centre opens. 
By Karina Graham September 17, 2024
Thursday Island man Norman Gibson Daniel, affectionately known as Uncle Gibson, has been receiving help for PTSD, depression, and anxiety. 
By Karina Graham September 17, 2024
Marianna attended counselling through the NQPHN-funded Indigenous Mental Health program, which is delivered by Ngak Min Health. 
By Karina Graham September 17, 2024
Award-winning trainer Margaret Haynes recently conducted CPR training sessions for health professionals working in general practices and pharmacies in the Mackay region. 
By Karina Graham September 17, 2024
Resident Medical Officer Dr Baylie Fletcher loves working and living in the small rural community of Tully where she is a GP. 
By Karina Graham September 17, 2024
Cairns registered nurse Valencia Anderson feels rewarded as a nurse mentor in the Transition to Practice Program (TPP). 
By Karina Graham September 17, 2024
Dr Sam Fath, from Brisbane, is the new VIP GP at the Ingham Family Medical Practice, which is participating in the Virtual Integrated Practice (VIP) program. 
By Karina Graham September 17, 2024
Pictured from left: ITC Outreach Worker Atha Power, ITC Care Coordinator - Private Practices patients Alma Hawdon, ITC Care Coordinator - ATSICHS Mackay patients Thelma Fry, and Indigenous Health Project Officer/Team Leader Sharni Scott-Knight. 
By Karina Graham September 17, 2024
Claudette Hastie has made a remarkable life transformation with help from the team at Ngoonbi Community Services Indigenous Corporation. 
By Karina Graham September 17, 2024
Embracing new experiences and expanding their horizons, 25 young people from the Northern Peninsula Area (NPA) recently travelled to Cairns for an inspiring youth leadership camp.
By Karina Graham September 16, 2024
Northern Peninsula Area Family and Community Services (NPAFACS) CEO Tailisa Yusia says it’s heartwarming to see families benefitting from the ITC program.

Helping northern Queenslanders live happier, healthier, longer lives

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