News

30 November 2023

$5 million staff accommodation investment in Biggenden

Healthcare staff at Biggenden Multipurpose Health Service are enjoying modern and more comfortable accommodation with the installation of 10 new self-contained units.

30 November 2023

Hervey Bay Man Celebrates 50 Years of Resilience

Hervey Bay resident Kerry Foster has defied the odds and embraced life to the fullest for the past 50 years, despite a diagnosis of Type 1 diabetes in April 1971. In an era where diabetes care was markedly different, Kerry's resilience and

30 November 2023

WBHHS 2023 Excellence Awards Celebrate Outstanding Achievements in healthcare

Dedication, innovation and patient-focused care were just some of the actions celebrated during the 2023 Excellence Awards.

30 November 2023

Telehealth Coordinator Forum Explores Innovations in Rural Healthcare Delivery

Dozens of healthcare professionals from across the state gathered in Bundaberg recently for the Telehealth Coordinator Forum, hosted by Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service in collaboration with the Telehealth Support Unit.

30 November 2023

Community Celebrates Two Years of Dedication by Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner Team

In a heartfelt celebration of two years of unwavering commitment, the dedicated members of the Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) team marked the two-year milestone

26 October 2023

Mental Health Week Exhibition

During October we observed Mental Health Week. A key theme was highlighted - prioritising mental wellbeing is not just a personal journey; it's a collective effort. Everyone has a role in shattering the stigma surrounding mental health and making

25 October 2023

WBHHS Health Hero - Geoff Richardson

I engage with people who may be expressing emotional and / or mental distress with the aim of gaining their trust so I can walk alongside them to achieve the recovery goals they identify.

25 October 2023

New Bundaberg Hospital Staff Consultation

Last week over 100 of our colleagues attended around 30 design workshops to share their specialist expertise and experience with the project architects, representing the interests of our broader team.

25 October 2023

2023 Fraser Coast Medical Education Awards

The University of Queensland Regional Clinical Unit and Hervey Bay Hospital Medical Education Unit held the 2023 Fraser Coast Medical Education Awards on Wednesday 18th October, in the Level 1 Conference Room, with over 100 people in attendance.