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Mental health unit unveilinga boost toregional services
1+ hour, 22+ min ago (332+ words) REGIONAL mental health services have received a boost with the official opening of a $56m facility in Tamworth. The Tamworth Mental Health Unit, which will service the North West region including Gunnedah and Narrabri shires, includes 25 general adult beds including a…...
Tracey's legacy runs on
3+ day, 18+ hour ago (459+ words) “LOOK at tomorrow because you can’t change yesterday” is the mantra Tracey Roberts lived by as she battled the often-devastating effects of type 1 diabetes. After years of struggling with the highs and lows of the disease, Tracey’s life’s journey sadly…...
Women talk openly, honestly at menopause seminar
3+ mon, 3+ day ago (1085+ words) Local women came together to talk openly and honestly about menopause, a topic which even today is still shrouded in taboo. For many women, menopause can feel like an overwhelming and confusing time. Often referred to as a ‘second puberty…...
Boost to frontline emergency care in Gunnedah, North West
3+ mon, 2+ week ago (328+ words) A boost to frontline emergency care is underway in Gunnedah, with 16 additional paramedics now on the road as part of a broader effort to strengthen regional health services. The new recruits are based at Gunnedah Ambulance Station and will provide…...
Ongoing need for doctor housing
4+ mon, 1+ week ago (623+ words) Local medical practices have confirmed the ongoing need for accommodation support as part of a revised Gunnedah Shire Council policy. The details were tabled at the February ordinary meeting, with the new Medical Professionals Accommodation Support policy now open to…...