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26 July 2023
Malaria detected in the Torres Strait
Cases of malaria have been detected on Saibai Island, in the Torres Strait, following a case detected on Boigu Island in early July.
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26 July 2023
Podiatrist returns to support Torres Strait patients
Podiatrist Anna Takken has returned to Thursday Island for two months
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18 July 2023
First glimpse at new Pormpuraaw Primary Health Care Centre
Pormpuraaw community members will be able to get their first look at the proposed new Primary Health Care Centre during a community information session next week.
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03 July 2023
New classes to support expectant mums at Weipa
Pregnant Weipa women and their families can now receive extra support with the launch of new birthing classes.
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22 June 2023
Chief Executive resigns
Our long-time health service Chief Executive, Ms Beverley Hamerton has resigned.
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20 June 2023
Support closer to home for Weipa and Napranum residents
A home support program for elderly people or those with a disability is providing a new lease on life for residents.
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06 June 2023
Residents urged to test for bowel cancer
Torres Strait, Cape York, and Northern Peninsula Area residents are missing out on a potentially lifesaving assessment due to low participation rates in the National Bowel Cancer Screening Program.
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26 May 2023
Cape residents warned of wet soil health risks
Residual wet season boggy conditions across Cape York have prompted health authorities to issue a timely reminder to residents to look after their safety and health.
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22 May 2023
Warning - don’t touch bats!
Cape York, Torres Strait, and Northern Peninsula Area residents have been warned not to touch bats, following three reported bat scratches on Cape York in the past month.