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North West Hospital and Health Service conducts successful multi-agency emergency response exercise
18th November 2024
North West Hospital and Health Service (NWHHS) recently conducted "Exercise Time Slide," a major simulation through the Emergo Train System designed to test critical response capabilities across the h...
Official opening of new Camooweal Primary Health Centre set for 26 November 2024
12th November 2024
North West Hospital and Health Service (NWHHS) is thrilled to announce the official opening of the newly built Camooweal Primary Health Clinic on Tuesday, 26 November 2024. The event will feature guid...
National Health Award for North West Allied Health team
12th November 2024
North West Hospital and Health Service (NWHHS), in partnership with the Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Hospital (QEII) in Brisbane, has received national recognition at the National Rural & Remote Hea...
Mount Isa Hospital Auxiliary seeks new members
14th October 2024
The Mount Isa Hospital Auxiliary is calling for new members to join its dedicated team and help make a positive impact on patient care at Mount Isa Hospital. As a registered charity, the Auxiliary pla...
Shining a light on mental health with community events during Mental Health Week
4th October 2024
In recognition of Mental Health Week (5 – 13 October) North West Hospital and Health Service (HHS) is gearing up for an exciting week of events that promises to bring colour, community, and conn...
Doomadgee community work together to fight RHD
19th September 2024
Rheumatic Heart Disease (RHD) has been a prevalent issue in the remote Aboriginal community of Doomadgee for many years, but due to preventative measures and increased engagement between community mem...
Booming opportunities for mental health careers in North West Queensland: A new frontier in professionals seeking impactful roles.
6th September 2024
Mental health clinician, Alexandra Robertson, has expanded her passion for Child and Youth Mental Health Services (CYMHS) at North West Hospital and Health Service (North West HHS), lured by affordabl...
North West Hospital and Health Service encourages Virtual Emergency Care Service
28th August 2024
In a continuous effort to reduce Emergency Department (ED) wait times, North West Hospital and Health Service (North West HHS) is encouraging the community to utilise the Queensland Virtual Hospital&r...
Camooweal Primary Health Clinic being built in collaboration with First Nations Elders
21st August 2024
As we move towards completion for the Camooweal Primary Health Clinic and staff accommodation, The North West Hospital and Health Service (North West HHS) continue to work closely with the Indjalandji...
A “RIPPAH” Allied Health student experience in Mount Isa
19th August 2024
The North West Hospital and Health Service (North West HHS) in partnership with the James Cook University Murtupuni Centre for Rural and Remote Health (MCRRH) has introduced an innovative program to a...
New Northern Foot Hub Clinic for North West region
16th August 2024
The new Northern Foot Hub Clinic has been introduced to the North West to support the healthcare network and prevent foot disease resulting in fewer amputations and a healthier region. The aim of the ...
North West Hospital and Health Service unveils latest initiative: The Language Badge Program
15th August 2024
In a step towards enhancing patient care and inclusivity, the North West Hospital and Health Service (North West HHS) proudly announces the launch of the Language Badge Program. This initiative is des...
North West Hospital and Health Board welcomes newest members
14th August 2024
Cheryl Vardon AO continues her leadership as Chair of the North West Hospital and Health Service (North West HHS) Board and welcomes two new members, Tanya Arnold, and Tonya Murray. “I’m v...
North West Hospital and Health Service Secures Future of Obstetrics Through Proactive Recruitment
13th August 2024
North West Hospital and Health Service (North West HHS) is pleased to reassure the community that the future of obstetric services in the region is secure, thanks to proactive and decisive recruitment...
New Dental Prosthetist joins the North West HHS team
5th August 2024
The North West Hospital and Health Service (North West HHS) is excited to announce the arrival of Mark Warman, the new dental prosthetist, who is here to ensure that everyone in the North West can sho...
Kind hearted supporter gives the gift of warmth to Mornington Island Renal Unit
2nd August 2024
The recently completed Mornington Island Renal Unit has received a heartwarming donation of eight beautifully crafted quilted blankets from Mackay artisan Pam Barfield. These blankets, specifically ma...
Construction commences on two staff accommodation facilities in the North West
1st August 2024
North West Hospital and Health Service (North West HHS) is pleased to announce the construction of Dajarra and Camooweal staff accommodation has officially commenced on Friday 19 July 2024. Mr Sean Bi...
North West Hospital and Health Service is hosting antenatal breastfeeding session with visiting lactation consultant
30th July 2024
The North West Hospital and Health Service (North West HHS) is excited to announce an antenatal breastfeeding session exclusively for pregnant North West mothers in August. A visiting lactation consul...
Cloncurry Aged Care residents enjoy community bonding with bingo
29th July 2024
Every fortnight, Cloncurry Aged Care residents come together for a spirited game of bingo with the local St Joseph’s Catholic School children. Each week will see a different grade join in the fu...
North West Hospital and Health Service Allied Health team establishes new Renal Peer Support Group
23rd July 2024
The Renal Peer Support Group was established by the Allied Health Renal Clinicians at North West Hospital and Health Service (North West HHS) to support patients and their families to enable and empow...
North West Hospital and Health Service is extending hours for physiotherapy and social work services.
19th July 2024
North West Hospital and Health Service’s (North West HHS) Allied Health team have recently extended their hours to provide after hours and on-call services for the following: Physiotherapy and S...
Announcing Winners of the CYMHS Art Competition 2024
18th July 2024
North West Hospital and Health Service (North West HHS) is delighted to announce the winners of the Child and Youth Mental Health Service (CYMHS) Art Competition 2024. This initiative, aimed at engagi...
North West Hospital and Health Service welcomes first ever surrogacy birth
18th July 2024
Earlier this year, the Midwifery Group Practice (MGP) at Mount Isa Hospital celebrated a heartwarming milestone with the birth of baby Miley, the first child delivered via altruistic surrogacy under t...
North West HHS to host garage sale for iconic night club memorabilia
16th July 2024
North West Hospital and Health Service (North West HHS) is excited to announce a unique garage sale event to be held on Saturday, 3rd August, from 8am to 12pm. This special event offers the community ...
North West Hospital and Health Service hosts Rheumatic Heart Disease clinical education workshops
11th July 2024
North West Hospital and Health Service (North West HHS) in partnership with Queensland Health Strategic Communications Branch and the Menzies School of Health Research will be hosting a series of work...
Mornington Island Hospital’s new renal unit officially opens.
5th July 2024
The community of Mornington Island is now better equipped to treat dialysis patients closer to home with the opening of the new renal dialysis unit at Mornington Island Hospital. This facility marks a...
New cardiac-rheumatic heart disease clinics delivering services across the North West
4th July 2024
The North West Hospital and Health Service (North West HHS) is excited to announce the expansion of its cardiac-Rheumatic Heart Disease (RHD) clinical services in partnership with the Townsville Unive...
North West Hospital and Health Service partners with Queensland Ambulance Service and Doomadgee Aboriginal Shire Council to provide CPR education.
1st July 2024
June 20, 2024, saw six Doomadgee community members participate in a credentialled training course for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) provided by the Queensland Ambulance Service (QAS) in partners...
North West Hospital and Health Service encourages the community to get vaccinated and protect their loved ones from respiratory illnesses.
28th June 2024
As the event season picks up, residents are attending work and school then appearing at community events alongside tourists who may be carrying respiratory pathogens, unknowingly spreading illnesses t...
Mornington Island receives funding for new primary health clinic
24th June 2024
North West Hospital and Health Service is pleased to announce the allocation of $4.1 million to construct an additional primary healthcare facility on Mornington Island. This project will be carried o...
North West HHS Clinical Nurse Stephen Ernst, participates in the push-up challenge to raise awareness around suicide prevention.
18th June 2024
Mental Health unit clinical nurse, Stephen Ernst, is flexing his muscles for a good cause this month, to raise awareness for better mental health and suicide prevention. Originally a first resp...
North West Hospital and Health Service Reaffirms Commitment to First Nations Health and Reconciliation
17th June 2024
North West Hospital and Health Service (North West HHS) has reaffirmed its commitment to improving health outcomes for First Nations peoples throughout the North West by renewing the Statement of Comm...
North west Hospital and Health Service breaks ground on new Camooweal Primary Health Clinic
10th June 2024
Ground was officially broken Monday 27 May, on the new $28 million Camooweal Primary Health Clinic with the arrival of successful tender, Hutchinson Builders who have a history of building projects wi...
North West HHS Upgrades Forensic Medical Examination Kits
31st May 2024
North West Hospital and Health Service (North West HHS) continues its education on best practices for assisting sexual assault victim-survivors with the introduction of an improved Forensic Medical Ex...
North West HHS seeks local artist
27th May 2024
North West Hospital and Health Service seeks local First Nations artist for design work. North West Hospital and Health Service (North West HHS) is on the lookout for a talented First Nations artist i...
North West HHS Nurses and Midwives Awards Day
20th May 2024
North West Hospital and Health Service recognises Nurses and Midwives in annual celebration. North West Hospital and Health Service (North West HHS) recently celebrated Nurses and Midwives day with a...
Mount Isa Hospital hosts SWAPNet Rural Perioperative Team Training
3rd May 2024
Mount Isa Hospital recently played host to the Statewide Anaesthesia and Perioperative Care Clinical Network (SWAPNet) Rural Perioperative Team Training Program, providing a vital opportunity to enhan...
NWHHS purchases commercial property in Mount Isa
24th April 2024
[INTERVIEW]: Tune into this conversation with Health Service Chief Executive ABC North West about the purchase of a commercial property in Mount Isa North West Hospital & Health Service &mi...
Introducing the new Healthy Skin team
24th April 2024
[INTERVIEW]: Tune into this conversation with Executive Director of Remote Health ABC North West about the new Skin Health team North West Hospital & Health Service · ABC INT - SKIN ...
North West HHS participates in Doomadgee cross-cultural awareness training
19th April 2024
North West Hospital and Health Service (North West HHS) has recently partnered with the Doomadgee Aboriginal Shire Council to provide healthcare workers from multiple disciplines with cross-cultural a...
Reminder to book an appointment with the visiting BreastScreen service
15th April 2024
BreastScreen Queensland’s mobile screening van will be visiting the North West for three months, starting in Camooweal on 5th June. BreastScreen Queensland is encouraging all women aged 50 to 74...
North West Hospital and Health Service unveils new recruitment campaign
8th April 2024
The North West Hospital and Health Service (North West HHS) is excited to announce the launch of its latest recruitment campaign ‘Go Beyond the Ordinary’ aimed at highlighting the exceptional care...
NWHHS launches new Allied Health Rehabilitation Program
7th March 2024
North West Hospital and Health Service is thrilled to announce the commencement of its new rehabilitation service in Allied Health. With a commitment to continuous improvement and excellence in ...
Bicillin compliance on the rise in Doomadgee
29th February 2024
The collaborative efforts between health care service providers in Doomadgee has recently yielded remarkable results in the battle against Rheumatic Heart Disease (RHD). Recent statistics reveal...
North West HHS welcomes 2024 Graduate Nurse cohort
23rd February 2024
North West Hospital and Health Service (North West HHS) is thrilled to announce the arrival of 24 new nursing graduates to its team this month. North West HHS Chief Executive Sean Birgan said it...
North West Hospital and Health Services introduces therapy dog program
14th February 2024
The North West Hospital and Health Service (North West HHS) is excited to announce the launch of its new therapy dog program aimed at enhancing the well-being of patients and staff members. Joy, a spe...
Mount Isa Hospital Welcomes First-Ever Intern Pharmacists
14th February 2024
North West Hospital and Health Service (North West HHS) is proud to announce a significant milestone in its pharmacy department with the employment of two intern pharmacists at the Mount Isa Hospital....
Accreditation success for North West Hospital and Health Service
8th February 2024
The North West Hospital and Health Service (HHS) has had its national accreditation renewed by the Australian Council of Healthcare Standards (ACHS). North West HHS Chief Executive Sean Birgan s...
Chief Operating Officer Dr Ted Chamberlain chats to ABC North West about the Patient Travel Review
1st February 2024
[INTERVIEW]: Tune into this conversation with Chief Operating Officer Dr Ted Chamberlain ABC North West about the Patient Travel Review ...
Melanoma detection program launches in Mount Isa
19th January 2024
North West Hospital and Health Service (HHS) is leading the detection of melanoma in rural and remote Queensland in the fight against skin cancer, through 3D body scanning technology. North West HHS h...
Christmas feast for patients at Mount Isa Hospital
18th December 2023
While Christmas may look a little different from a hospital bed, patients staying at Mount Isa Hospital on the special day will be treated to a Christmas feast with all the trimmings. It’s a lit...
Mount Isa Hospital patients spending less time in the Emergency Department
18th December 2023
At a time when record numbers of patients are attending Queensland Emergency Departments (ED), patients in Mount Isa are spending less time in EDs, according to recent data. Data between July and Octo...
Ambulance performance on the rise in North West Queensland
14th December 2023
Ambulance waiting times in North West Queensland have improved since 2022, with patients being transferred from stretcher to Emergency Department in under three minutes. According to state-wide data f...
First Share the Dignity Vending Machine launches at Mount Isa Sexual Health Clinic
27th November 2023
North West Hospital and Health Service (HHS) is pleased to share the installation of the first Share the Dignity vending machine at Mount Isa Sexual Health, providing a range of sanitary items and per...
Mount Isa Hospital Auxiliary celebrates festive spirit as proud sponsors of the Mount Isa Hospital Christmas Decoration Competition
23rd November 2023
The Mount Isa Hospital Auxiliary is thrilled to announce its sponsorship of the Mount Isa Hospital Christmas Decoration Competition for 2023 as it celebrates a decade milestone. The annual tradition b...
Design process under way for Normanton Hospital upgrade
31st October 2023
A $40m new facility will replace a hospital in The Gulf, bringing “Brisbane standards” of infrastructure to remote communities. Normanton Hospital is the latest in the line of recipients...
North West HHS celebrates Staff Service Awards
30th October 2023
We were delighted to present our Length of Service Awards recently to staff who have been dedicated to North West HHS and Queensland Health for 5, 10, 20, 25 and 30 years! We were pleased to hav...
North West HHS partners with Orange Sky and Doomadgee Aboriginal Shire Council to improve health outcomes in Doomadgee
19th October 2023
Following a commitment to ending rheumatic heart disease (RHD) by 2031, North West Hospital and Health Service (HHS) are pleased to announce the launch of a mobile laundry service in Doomadgee this we...
Dietitian Abbey Sullivan chats to ABC North West QLD about malnutrition
12th October 2023
[INTERVIEW]: Tune into this conversation with North West HHS Dietitian Abbey Sullivan and ABC North West Queensland about malnutrition...
Trauma Counsellor Rhylee Hinze speaks to ABC North West QLD
5th October 2023
[INTERVIEW]: Tune into Trauma Counsellor Rhylee Hinze's conversation with ABC North West QLD about counselling services...
North West Hospital and Health Service reflects on year of achievements to improve health outcomes for communities
29th September 2023
Focusing on improving health outcomes for First Nations communities in the North West and implementing the Health Equity Strategy will be among the key priorities for the North West Hospital and Healt...
Kylee Parsons chats to ABC about self-collection cervical screening
27th September 2023
[INTERVIEW]: Listen to Kylee Parsons chat to ABC about the option to do self-collection cervical screening...
Helen Bailey awarded $20,000 grant to pioneering virtual reality research in North West Queensland
26th September 2023
North West Hospital and Health Service (HHS) staff member Helen Bailey has been announced as a successful recipient of a $20,000 grant for research focused on using virtual reality to increase the eff...
Self-tests making cervical screening even easier in Mount Isa
19th September 2023
The Mount Isa Sexual Health team is encouraging the community to prioritise their cervical health by making the most of the accessible and convenient option of self-testing. ...
New North West Hospital and Health Service Emergency and Disaster Management Plan
8th September 2023
North West Hospital and Health Services’ health delivery and service management has been fortified against future natural disasters or emergencies following the launch of a new Disaster and Emer...
North West HHS improving children’s oral health through fluoride screening program
31st August 2023
North West Hospital and Health Service (HHS) has rolled out its fluoride screening program for 2023 across schools in the region....
Helen Bailey chats to ABC North West Queensland about the implementation of virtual reality training
28th August 2023
[INTERVIEW]: Tune in to this interview with ABC and Helen Bailey as they chat about the virtual reality training model being implemented in the North West...
ABC chat to Colin and Celeste Fraser about Oral Health Services across the North West
24th August 2023
[INTERVIEW]: Colin and Celeste Fraser provide an update about Oral Health services across the region...
Innovative workforce collaboration enhances surgical services at North West Hospital and Health Service
25th July 2023
North West Hospital and Health Service (HHS) is pleased to share the success of a collaboration with Metro South HHS to enhance the surgical services provided to North West residents. This innovative ...
Dr Gabrielle Keating encourages others to make the move to the outback on Sunrise breakfast show
24th July 2023
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North West Hospital and Health Service announces refurbishment of staff accommodation at Mount Isa Hospital
17th July 2023
North West Hospital and Health Service (HHS) is pleased to announce the upcoming refurbishment of its staff accommodation at the Mount Isa Hospital. The $14.782 million project will encompass a compre...
North West Hospital and Health Service launches Deadly Start program with Spinifex State College students
14th July 2023
North West Hospital and Health Service (HHS) is pleased to announce the successful launch of its inaugural Deadly Start program for 2023. This unique initiative aims to provide culturally safe pathway...
Donna McGregor talks to ABC about palliative care services expanding
13th July 2023
[INTERVIEW]: Listen to this interview with ABC and Donna McGregor about the palliative care expansion...
North West Hospital and Health Service implements hybrid virtual reality training model for nursing and medical staff
10th July 2023
North West Hospital and Health Service (HHS) is proud to announce the implementation of a hybrid virtual reality training model for nursing and medical staff across the region’s health facilitie...
North West Hospital and Health Service announces expansion of palliative care services and job opportunities
6th July 2023
North West Hospital and Health Service (HHS) is pleased to announce the upcoming changes to its palliative care service, made possible by the Queensland Government’s Palliative and End-of-Life C...
Dr Gabrielle Keating shares her story with ABC about living and working in Mount Isa
5th July 2023
[INTERVIEW]: Listen to this interview with ABC North West Queensland and Mount Isa doctor Gabrielle Keating...
Suzanne Weir speaks to ABC about the Midwifery Group Practice Program
29th June 2023
[INTERVIEW]: Listen to this interview with ABC North West Queensland as we celebrate 4 years of the MGP program....
North West Hospital and Health Service celebrates four years of successful Midwifery Group Practice model of care
20th June 2023
North West Hospital and Health Service (HHS) is delighted to recognise four years of supporting women in the region during pregnancy and birth through the Midwifery Group Practice (MGP) model of care....
Mount Isa Hospital nurse Nicole Baylis recognised for exceptional potential, winning Undergraduate Student of Nursing/Midwifery award
20th June 2023
Mount Isa Hospital registered nurse Nicole Baylis has been recognised as the Registered Undergraduate Student of Nursing/Midwifery of the Year at the annual Northern Territory Nursing and Midwifery Ex...
North West Hospital and Health Service doctor recognised for commitment to serving rural and remote communities
15th June 2023
North West Hospital and Health Service (HHS) is pleased to share that Dr Gabrielle Keating was the recipient of the highly prestigious Denis Lennox Medal at the Rural Doctors Association of Queensland...
North West Hospital and Health Service Board Chair Cheryl Vardon appointed Officer of the Order of Australia (AO)
12th June 2023
North West Hospital and Health Service (HHS) Board Chair Cheryl Vardon, AO, is one of three Queenslanders recognised in The King’s Birthday 2023 Honours List and appointed an Officer of the Orde...
Sean Birgan chats to ABC after appointment as new Health Service Chief Executive for North West HHS
12th June 2023
[INTERVIEW]: Health Service Chief Executive Sean Birgan speaks to ABC after being appointed as new Health Service Chief Executive......
Dr Anthea Woodcock chats to ABC about respiratory illnesses circulating
12th June 2023
[INTERVIEW]: Dr Anthea Woodcock chats to ABC North West Queensland about viruses circulating in the community......
North West HHS welcomes new Chief Executive Sean Birgan
8th June 2023
North West Hospital and Health Service (North West HHS) is delighted to announce Sean Birgan as the new Health Service Chief Executive (HSCE) for North West HHS. Mr Birgan is a highly experienced heal...
Chatting with ABC North West Queensland about the BreastScreen Van visiting the North West
5th June 2023
[INTERVIEW]: Your reminder to book your BreastScreen appointment......
Reminder to book an appointment with the visiting BreastScreen service
19th May 2023
BreastScreen Queensland’s mobile screening van will be visiting the North West for three months, starting in Cloncurry on 30 May. BreastScreen Queensland is encouraging all women aged 50 to 74 t...
Mount Isa Hospital offering gentle caesareans to North West mums
5th May 2023
The first successful gentle caesarean birth at the Mount Isa Hospital has created a new option for mothers in the North West region to have a more personalised and satisfying birth experience. Midwife...
Former Mount Isa nurses lead donation of baby blankets and wraps for the Mount Isa Hospital
19th April 2023
A recent donation of baby blankets and wraps from the Redlands Uniting Church Craft Club has boosted supplies on the Maternity Ward and Special Care Nursery at the Mount Isa Hospital. Two ex-Mount Isa...
Cloncurry doctor encouraging the next generation of medical students to make the outback home
17th April 2023
A fourth-year rural placement in the small outback town of Cloncurry was enough to ignite a passion for rural medicine in Dr Cameron Hoare and see him make a long-term commitment to return to the Nort...
Waterbirth and immersion option for birthing women in North West Queensland
27th March 2023
[INTERVIEW]: Suzanne Weir, Midwifery Group Practice Manager speaks to ABC North West Queensland about waterbirths at Mount Isa Hospital....
New facility for Camooweal community
27th March 2023
[INTERVIEW]: Acting Health Service Chief Executive Sean Birgan speaks to ABC about the new facility being built in Camooweal. ...
Kristy Missenden chats to ABC North West Queensland for World Social Work Day
21st March 2023
[INTERVIEW]: Listen to this conversation with North West HHS Senior Social Worker Kristy Missenden...
Kerrie Spoor speaks about the importance of Advance Care Planning
17th March 2023
[INTERVIEW]: ABC North West Queensland and Kerry Spoor speak about Advance Care Planning Week....
Mount Isa paediatric nurses fast-tracking postgraduate studies through specialty program
15th March 2023
Six nurses from the North West Hospital and Health Service (HHS) are fast tracking their postgraduate studies by taking advantage of the Acute Transition to Paediatric Nursing program. Paediatric Ward...
Water birthing option now available for labouring mums
14th March 2023
Women living in the North West will no longer have to travel out of the region if they want to have a water birth. With staff now trained for water birthing at Mount Isa Hospital, birthing...
North West Hospital and Health Service urging community to stay safe during severe wet weather conditions
10th March 2023
Communities in North West Queensland are being urged to stay safe and prioritise their health following extreme flooding and heavy rainfall across the region. North West Hospital and Health Service (H...
Mount Isa Hospital celebrating women in the workforce on International Women’s Day
8th March 2023
The contributions and achievements of women across the North West Hospital and Health Service (HHS) are being celebrated on International Women’s Day today. North West HHS Board Chair Cheryl Var...
Dysphagia, a difficult diagnosis to swallow!
6th March 2023
Speech pathologists at the Mount Isa Hospital are drawing attention to dysphagia, a diagnosis not often spoken about that more than one million Australians experience. Mount Isa Hospital Speech Pathol...
ABC chat to Audiology Assistant Terene Madden on World Hearing Day
3rd March 2023
[INTERVIEW]: Listen to ABC's Zara Margolis as she participates in the interactive display at Mount Isa Hospital...
North West Hospital and Health Service celebrates Audiology and Tele-Audiology clinic services on World Hearing Day
3rd March 2023
World Hearing Day is recognised this week and North West Hospital and Health Service (HHS) is celebrating 12 years of offering Audiology clinics to Mount Isa residents and more than two years of runni...
North West Hospital and Health Service reflects on two years of successful ‘Hospital in the Home’ program
1st March 2023
North West Hospital and Health Service (HHS) is celebrating two years of the Hospital in the Home (HITH) program which continues to provide huge benefits to the local community by freeing up hospital ...
Ade George chats to ABC North West Queensland about two years of Hospital in the Home
1st March 2023
[INTERVIEW]: Listen to this interview with ABC North West Queensland and Ade George...
North West HHS welcomes 2023 Nursing Graduate cohort
27th February 2023
North West HHS welcomes 2023 nurse graduate cohort 18 new nursing graduates joined the ranks at North West Hospital and Health Service (HHS) this month. North West HHS Executive Director N...
North West Hospital and Health Service gifted pallet of linen and clothes for patients across the region
16th February 2023
Group Linen Services has generously donated a pallet of linen and clothes for use across the North West Hospital and Health Service (HHS) including for use by some of our community groups. The donatio...
Nurse Navigator Sexual Health Kylee Parsons speaks to ABC North West QLD about 'sharing affection, not infection' this Valentine's Day
14th February 2023
[INTERVIEW]: Press play on this interview with Kylee Parsons...
New junior doctors speak with ABC North West Queensland
9th February 2023
[INTERVIEW]: Tune into this conversation with ABC's Emily Dobson and the new interns at the Mount Isa Hospital...
Mount Isa Sexual Health team encourages community to make a date this Valentine’s Day
1st February 2023
The Mount Isa Sexual Health team are encouraging the community to make plans this Valentine’s Day for a routine check-up, with extended opening hours being offered on Monday 13th and Tuesday 14t...
ABC chat with Jo La Spina about donation of phototherapy system that will help babies with jaundice
1st February 2023
[INTERVIEW]: Listen to this interview with ABC and Neonatal Nurse Practitioner Jo La Spina...
The Humpty Dumpty Foundation and Coates Foundation donates Bilisoft LED Phototherapy System to help newborn babies
27th January 2023
The Special Care Nursery at Mount Isa Hospital recently received a Bilisoft LED Phototherapy system valued at $9,990 that will see newborn babies suffering from jaundice treated more effectively and r...
Interview with ABC North West Queensland about exciting addition of Identified Midwifery Assistants in the North West Hospital and Health Service
25th January 2023
[INTERVIEW]: Tune in to this conversation with ABC North West Queensland about the new Midwifery Assistant positions...
Boost in workforce with new junior doctors and graduate nurses joining the team in the North West
24th January 2023
The North West Hospital and Health Service (HHS) workforce has been boosted in 2023 with five new intern doctors and 23 graduate program nurses and midwives starting their careers. North West HHS Acti...
Sean Birgan chats to ABC North West Queensland about Orthopaedic Services in the North West
23rd January 2023
[INTERVIEW]: Listen to this interview with Acting Health Service Chief Executive Sean Birgan...
Dr Anthea Woodcock chats to ABC about Voluntary Assisted Dying services in the North West
20th January 2023
[INTERVIEW]: Listen to this conversation about the newly announced Voluntary Assisted Dying legislation...
Exciting changes to NWHH Board
22nd December 2022
North West Hospital and Health (NWHH) Board Chair Cheryl Vardon is pleased to announce the appointment of new member Fiona Hill this week. Ms Hill is a proud First Nations woman of the Waluwarra, Alya...
New technology installed to improve telephone and internet services at Mornington Island Hospital
15th December 2022
A new NBN satellite dish has recently been installed at the Mornington Island Hospital to improve the resilience of telephone and internet services in the area. A joint initiative between North West H...
North West Hospital and Health Service staff embrace the Christmas spirit
15th December 2022
The North West Hospital and Health Service (HHS) annual Christmas Decoration Competition saw 20 entrants from across the region participate in this year’s event. Now in its ninth year, staff par...
Stay safe this Christmas and avoid a holiday trip to the ED
15th December 2022
North West Hospital and Health Service (HHS) is reminding the community to make the most of the Christmas break, while keeping safety at the forefront of their minds. While many in the community enjoy...
North West HHS Neonatal Nurse Practitioner Jo La Spina speaks to ABC about new equipment for the SCN
9th December 2022
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NWHHS Renal Expansion Project
5th December 2022
More North West Queensland residents will be able to receive treatment in their communities as new satellite supported haemodialysis units gradually expand. The first phase of the North West Hospital ...
Maternity Project Officer Lyn Zeller speaks to ABC about the Maternity Review underway
28th November 2022
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Sean Birgan chats with ABC's Zara Margolis about Julia Creek's new doctor
28th November 2022
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Maternity services review for North West HHS
10th November 2022
North West HHS launches community consultation for maternity review North West Hospital and Health Service is set to embark on an online and in-person consultation project to help set the ...
North West HHS launches Health Equity Strategy
4th November 2022
North West Hospital and Health Service (HHS) has launched a health equity strategy in partnership with a number of stakeholders to improve health outcomes and ensure life expectancy parity by 2031 for...
North West Hospital and Health Service grateful for generous donation from Mount Isa Fire Station for new community book swap
28th October 2022
A generous donation from the Mount Isa Fire Station has filled the shelves of the newly launched community book swap at the Mount Isa Hospital. More than 120 books were hand delivered to the hospital ...
Jane Fitzgibbons chats to ABC about teleaudiology equipment improving hearing services for newborn babies
18th October 2022
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New equipment for Special Care Nursery at Mount Isa Hospital brings peace of mind to parents
17th October 2022
Mount Isa Hospital’s Special Care Nursery has been successful in acquiring new equipment that will further support babies in the unit and bring peace of mind to families as their babies continue...
North West HHS Dietitian Mel Flanagan speaks with ABC about nutrition
12th October 2022
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Mount Isa Mines donate $43,180 for brand new diagnostic teleaudiology equipment for North West newborns
28th September 2022
Mount Isa Mines has donated $43,180 for brand new diagnostic teleaudiology equipment available at the Mount Isa Hospital for newborns who do not pass their initial newborn hearing screen. Access to th...
Mount Isa allied health professional becomes the first in the country to complete the Allied Health Rural Generalist Program
21st September 2022
Andric Lu, physiotherapist and Manager of Quality and Service Improvement at North West Hospital and Health Service (HHS) has recently become the first allied health professional in the country to com...
North West Hospital and Health Service raises more than $2500 on Daffodil Day
7th September 2022
North West Hospital and Health Service (HHS) recently held a Daffodil Day luncheon at Mount Isa Hospital, raising more than $2500 for Cancer Council Queensland and the Cancer Care Unit. Local Mount Is...
More than $40,000 raised for Mount Isa Hospital Auxiliary
6th September 2022
North West Hospital and Health Service (HHS) nurse and Isa Rodeo Community Quest Champion, Phoebe Ryder raised more than $40,000 for the Mount Isa Hospital Auxiliary. Over the last few months, Phoebe ...
ABC chat with the first Nurse Navigator for Sexual Health, Kylee Parsons
30th August 2022
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ABC North West Queensland discuss wait times at Mount Isa Hospital Emergency Department
24th August 2022
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Dr Steven Donohue talks about lead in backyard chickens with ABC North West Queensland
18th August 2022
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First nurse navigator for sexual health in Queensland working in Mount Isa
2nd August 2022
With more than 30 years of nursing experience and 16 years in sexual health, Kylee Parsons is the first nurse navigator for sexual health in Queensland, working right here in Mount Isa. North West Hos...
Mount Isa Hospital Cancer Care Unit accepts generous donation from Mount Isa Community Markets
2nd August 2022
The Mount Isa Community Market Committee have generously donated $4500 to the Mount Isa Hospital Cancer Care Unit. The Mount Isa Hospital Cancer Care Unit was the local organisation of choice for this...
Frail and Older Persons Project for the North West
2nd August 2022
Frail and Older Persons project for the North West North West Hospital and Health Service (NWHHS) is currently implementing a Queensland Health Initiative to improve care to frail older persons residi...
ABC North West Queensland chat with Midwifery Educator Helen Bailey about World Breastfeeding Week
1st August 2022
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Troy Lane speaks to ABC's Julia Andre about COVID-19 and flu in the region
27th July 2022
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North West Hospital and Health Service encourages community to stay well as flu, COVID-19 and tourists circulating across the state
25th July 2022
North West Hospital and Health Service (HHS) is reminding the community to be proactive and stay well over the coming weeks as the flu, COVID-19 and tourists are circulating across the state. With man...
Say goodbye to STI’s with regular check-ups at Mount Isa Sexual Health
22nd July 2022
The Mount Isa Sexual Health team are encouraging the community to make the time for a routine check-up after reports showed that last year North West Hospital and Health Service (HHS) reported the hig...
North West Hospital and Health Service hosting antenatal breastfeeding session with visiting lactation consultant
5th July 2022
The North West Hospital and Health Service (HHS) is excited to announce an antenatal breastfeeding session exclusively for pregnant and breastfeeding north west mothers next month. A visiting lactatio...
Troy Lane speaks with ABC about the closure of the Mount Isa Hospital Vaccination Clinic
1st July 2022
Tune into this conversation with Troy Lane and Zara Margolis as they look back at a phenomenal effort from the vaccination team....
North West Hospital and Health Service staff recognised for commitment to serving rural and remote communities
20th June 2022
North West Hospital and Health Service (HHS) current and former staff received high accolades as the recipients of four prestigious awards presented at the Rural Doctors Association of Queensland conf...
Dr Ugen Naiker discusses the LANA with ABC
1st June 2022
Listen to this conversation as Dr Ugen Naiker explains the Local Area Needs Assessment (LANA). ...
Alyce Rosenthal chats to ABC about Domestic and Family Violence Awareness Month
18th May 2022
Tune into this important conversation with Domestic and Family Violence High Risk team A/CNC Alyce Rosenthal....
North West Hospital and Health Service celebrates midwives on International Day of the Midwife
9th May 2022
Today on International Day of the Midwife, North West Hospital and Health Service (HHS) celebrates and recognises the exceptional midwives working across the North West region. Executive Director Nurs...
Local Area Needs Health Assessment (LANA)
3rd May 2022
North West Queenslanders are being urged to have their say on future health priorities for the region. North West Hospital and Health Service (NWHHS) is undertaking a Local Area Needs Assessment (LANA...
Positive response to QR code feedback process at North West Hospital and Health Service
30th March 2022
North West Hospital and Health Service (HHS) has seen a significant increase in feedback since launching a QR code system six months ago, with close to 100 responses now being recorded through the cha...
Mount Isa Hospital switchboard picked up more than 189,000 calls in 2021
22nd March 2022
Up there as one of the busiest departments in a hospital, the Mount Isa Hospital switchboard fielded more than 189,000 calls in 2021. With 100,926 external phone calls and 88,386 internal phone calls,...
Nicole Williams set to become the first nurse practitioner in Queensland for adult cancer care patients
13th March 2022
Mount Isa Hospital’s cancer care Nurse Unit Manager, Nicole Williams has recently completed her master’s degree and is to become the first qualified nurse practitioner in the state for adu...
North West Hospital and Health Service reflects on 12 months of Hospital in the Home
2nd March 2022
North West Hospital and Health Service (HHS) has reached the 12-month milestone of providing the Hospital in the Home (HITH) model of care to patients in the community, leading to huge benefits for th...
Troy Lane chats with Julia Andre from ABC about reporting positive RAT results
18th February 2022
Tune in to this conversation with Acting Executive COVID Lead Troy Lane and Julia Andre regarding the reporting of positive RAT results...
Dr Roisin Davis chats with Emily Dobson from ABC about starting her intern year with North West HHS
18th February 2022
Listen to Dr Roisin Davis speaking with Emily Dobson from ABC about starting her internship in the North West....
New Intern Dr Georgia Bulley sits down with Emily Dobson from ABC
18th February 2022
Listen to new intern Dr Georgia Bulley as she sits down with ABC's Emily Dobson....
ABC's Emily Dobson meets new intern Dr Gabrielle Keating
18th February 2022
Meet one of North West HHS's newest interns, Dr Gabrielle Keating as she chats with Emily Dobson from ABC North West Queensland....
Christine Mann speaks with ABC's Zara Margolis about the Health Equity Strategy
18th February 2022
Listen to Executive Director Aboriginal Torres Strait Islander Health Christine Mann speak with ABC about the health equity strategy and invitation to contribute to the health equity strategy artwork....
Clothing and bedding anonymously donated to the Special Care Nursery at Mount Isa Hospital
1st February 2022
The Special Care Nursery at Mount Isa Hospital recently received packages of brand-new newborn clothing and bedding from an anonymous donor. Special Care Nursery, Nurse Unit Manager Jo La Spina said t...
Fresh faces for healthcare across the North West
27th January 2022
Healthcare across the North West region has been boosted in 2022 with five new intern doctors and 20 graduate program nurses and midwives joining the team at North West Hospital and Health Service (NW...
North West health seeking local First Nations artwork to support new Health Equity Strategy
24th January 2022
One of North West Hospital and Health Service’s (NWHHS) top priorities this year is to finalise the Health Equity Strategy, which will be supported by a suite of products featuring local artwork...
North West rolls out Covid-19 vaccines for 5 To 11 year-olds
14th January 2022
North West Hospital and Health Service (North West HHS) COVID-19 vaccination program was extended to all children aged 5 to 11 years as of Monday, 10 January 2022. The Pfizer Comirnaty paediatric vacc...
COVID-19 new case update
11th January 2022
As at 7pm on January 10, there were 291 positive cases of COVID-19 in the North West. Of these, 24 were reported in the last 24 hours. North West Hospital and Health Service has aligned all COVID...
COVID-19 new case update
8th January 2022
North West Hospital and Health Service (North West HHS) has confirmed a total of 112 active COVID-19 cases in the North West region as of 7pm Friday 7 January 2022.Fifteen cases remain in Cloncurry, s...
COVID-19 new case update
7th January 2022
North West Hospital and Health Service (North West HHS) has confirmed a total of 69 active COVID-19 cases in the North West region as of 7pm Thursday 6 January 2022.Two cases remain in Cloncurry, six ...
COVID-19 new case update
6th January 2022
North West Hospital and Health Service (North West HHS) has confirmed a total of 69 active COVID-19 cases in the North West region as of 7pm Thursday 6 January 2022.Two cases remain in Cloncurry, six ...
COVID-19 new case update
31st December 2021
North West Hospital and Health Service (North West HHS) has confirmed a total of 9 active COVID-19 cases in Mount Isa and one active case in Cloncurry as of 11am Friday 31 December. 17 positive ...
COVID-19 new case update
30th December 2021
North West Hospital and Health Service (North West HHS) has confirmed a total of 16 active COVID-19 cases in Mount Isa as of 5pm Thursday 30 December.All positive cases are receiving clinical support ...
COVID-19 new case update
29th December 2021
North West Hospital and Health Service (North West HHS) has confirmed 9 new positive COVID-19 cases in Mount Isa from the past 24 hours, as of 11am Wednesday 29 December. This brings total active case...
Thank-you to the Mount Isa Community
20th December 2021
North West Hospital and Health Service (HHS) would like to sincerely thank the Mount Isa community for its cooperation over the last 24 hours since a confirmed positive COVID-19 patient was identified...
North West HHS COVID-19 Positive Case
18th December 2021
North West Hospital and Health Service has confirmed a positive COVID-19 patient in Mount Isa today, 18 December 2021. The affected community member is now in quarantine under the care of our virtual ...
Christmas Day cheer at Mount Isa Hospital
15th December 2021
Some of our community members may be spending Christmas in hospital this year, but that doesn’t mean they will miss out on celebrations and special treats. In an attempt to bring cheer to the ta...
North West Hospital and Health Service celebrates year of action
14th December 2021
The introduction of innovative services to improve patient and staff outcomes and provide greater health outcomes for our First Nations people have been standout achievements for North West Hospital a...
North West Hospital and Health Service staff embrace the Christmas spirit
13th December 2021
The North West Hospital and Health Service (HHS) annual Christmas Decoration Competition has seen a record number of entries for 2021, with 25 entries received from around the region. Now in its eight...
Stay safe this Christmas and avoid a holiday trip to the ED
13th December 2021
With the festive season approaching, North West Hospital and Health Service are urging the community to enjoy the Christmas break by keeping safety at the forefront of their minds. While the Christmas...
Staff donate $1100 worth of goods to the Mount Isa Hospital Maternity Ward and Special Care Nursery to support new parents
7th December 2021
Staff of the Maternity Ward at Mount Isa Hospital have donated $1,100 worth of goods for parent education and support including the first breastfeeding pillow and breast pump at the hospital. During W...
Joining forces to lift COVID-19 vaccination rates in North West Queensland
3rd December 2021
Queensland Metals is partnering with north west health services to support the COVID-19 national vaccine rollout and make vaccinations more accessible to its employees. Sonic Health Plus, North Wes...
New addition to the community with first Dentist based in Cloncurry in more than 16 years
30th November 2021
The North West Hospital and Health Service is excited to welcome Senior Dental Officer, Thrivalen Naidoo to the team. Thrivalen brings a wealth of knowledge with over 20 years experience in oral healt...
Mount Isa Hospital partners with Escabags organisation to support victims fleeing domestic and family violence
19th November 2021
Domestic and Family Violence (DFV) is an ongoing epidemic in Australia and sadly the COVID-19 pandemic has made the situation worse. Lockdowns and social distancing have not only created a spike in vi...
Positive COVID-19 cases in Robinson River pose risk to Doomadgee residents
16th November 2021
Residents in Doomdagee and outlying North West communities are strongly encouraged to get vaccinated for COVID-19 following the identification of positive cases in the Northern Territory’s Robin...
Doomadgee Nurse shares the reality of working on a COVID ICU ward during the height of the pandemic in India
15th November 2021
An outbreak of COVID-19 is on our doorstep here in Queensland and the reality of what this means for Queensland and our vulnerable communities in the North West remains unknown. While we haven’t...
Generous donation from Gulf Bingo enhances radiology services provided at Karumba Health Clinic
10th November 2021
Gulf Bingo have generously donated digital equipment and technology valued at $6361.35 to the Karumba Health Clinic....
Mount Isa Vaccination Clinic Moves from Civic Centre back to Mount Isa Hospital
29th October 2021
Due to the increased demand for the Mount Isa Civic Centre as a function space leading into the Christmas period, the Mount Isa Vaccination Clinic will be moving back to the Mount Isa Hospital grounds...
NWHHS takes unique approach to vaccinating the North West
29th October 2021
In an effort to provide protection to the geographically diverse and vulnerable communities of the North West, North West Hospital and Health Service (NWHHS) have taken a unique approach to delivering...
New Chief Executive Officer for the North West Hospital and Health Service
26th October 2021
The North West Hospital and Health Service [NWHHS] is delighted to announce Craig Carey as its new Chief Executive [CE]. Mr Carey joins us from Central West HHS and commences in the role of Chief Exec...
Community partnerships helping to protect the North West against COVID-19
7th October 2021
Community partnerships helping to protect the North West against COVID-19 In a bold and innovative move to help protect some of the most remote communities in the North West, the North Queensland Cow...
Mother-of-three dying from skin cancer shares her heartbreaking story to warn others about getting regular skin checks
29th September 2021
Mount Isa, mother-of-three dying from skin cancer, shares her heartbreaking story to warn others about the importance of getting regular skin checks from a skin specialist after her GP misdiagnosed he...
Turning the Tables: Oncology Nurse Becomes Cancer Patient
27th September 2021
Turning the Tables: Mount Isa Hospital Oncology Nurse Becomes Cancer Patient For more than seven years, Mount Isa Hospital Oncology Nurse Nicole Williams has provided care and comfort to some of North...
Midwife who ignored lump, left devastated by rare cancer diagnosis, is urging others to learn from her story
30th August 2021
Mount Isa Hospital Midwife who ignored lump, left devastated by rare cancer diagnosis, is urging others to learn from her story In 2019, Madeleine Beavis was in her graduate year at the Mount Isa Hos...
10,000 Doses Administered in the NWHHS
10th August 2021
A major milestone has been reached by The North West Hospital and Health Service (NWHHS) this week with the 10,000th vaccination being administered....
Male Nurses Leading the Way in Doomadgee
4th July 2021
From the time of Florence Nightingale, historically, nursing was considered a female profession. Still, as more men enter the industry, gender imbalance is being addressed, particularly in places such...
Cloncurry Nurse Celebrates 30 Years of Providing Care
3rd June 2021
Acting Nurse Unit Manager at the Cloncurry Hospital, Theresa Scobie, recently celebrated her 30th anniversary working as a nurse for the North West Hospital and Health Service [NWHHS]. ...
Take a Seat to Stand Up Against Domestic and Family Violence
24th May 2021
The North West Hospital (NWHHS), in partnership with Spinifex State College Mount Isa, the Rotary Club of Mount Isa and the Red Rose Foundation, launched its Red Bench Project today as part of Nationa...
COVID-19 Vaccine now available at Mount Isa Hospital to all residents over 50
6th May 2021
Starting this week, thousands more North West residents can get vaccinated at the Mount Isa Hospital Vaccination Clinic and other service providers....
Julia Creek MPHS Update
4th May 2021
Following on from the temporary downgrade of the Julia Creek Multipurpose Health Service (MPHHS) in November 2020 from a Level 2 Facility to a Level 1 Facility, there have been some positive developme...
First COVID-19 Vaccine Recipient for Mount Isa
16th March 2021
Dr Don Bowley OAM, Flying Doctor and NWHHS Board member receives the first COVID-19 vaccine in Mount Isa....
New dental trainee for NWHHS
4th March 2021
Having Serena Pigliafiori join the North West Hospital and Health Service Team is something to smile about. As she carries on a family tradition of Aboriginal health careers, NWHHS was delighted to we...
Hospital in the Home (HITH)
23rd February 2021
Patients in Mount Isa are about to have an even greater choice of care options, following the introduction of a Hospital in the Home (HITH) service....
New MRI services for Mount Isa
25th January 2021
Image Caption: Clinical Director Anaesthetics Dr Denise Keavy and I-MED Radiographer Anthea Haines prepare for the new MRI services. Possibly one of the most remote magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) se...
NWHHS New Interns for 2021
18th January 2021
Image Caption (from left): Dr Megan Bates, Dr Nicole Carmody, Dr Hamish Crilly, Dr Sam Bartsch, Dr Sally Magoffin. The North West Hospital and Health Service has welcomed five new medical interns who...
Congratulations to the 2020 Nursing and Midwifery Graduates
1st January 2021
Congratulations to the 2020 Nursing and Midwifery Graduates (first-year practitioners). Upon completing the 12-month Graduate program at the North West Hospital and Health Service, many graduates plan...
New Breast Care Nurse for NWHHS
13th November 2020
I am a sister; I am an advisor; I am a colleague and friend; I am knowledgeable; I am a McGrath Breast Care Nurse. Introducing Mount Isa Hospital's new dedicated McGrath Breast Care Nurse, Shannon Wil...
NWHHS routine water quality testing returns a positive Legionella result
9th October 2020
North West Hospital and Health Service routine water quality testing returns positive Legionella result The North West Hospital and Health Service has completed the latest round of routine quar...
Mount Isa Hospital welcomes region's future healthcare workers!
4th September 2020
Image Caption: Rickisha, Shannon and Antonia holding the NWHHS Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Strategy 2019-2026. The North West Hospital and Health Service (NWHHS) has welcomed Rickisha...
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