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09 July 2026
Keep your liver healthy
Cape York, Torres Strait and Northern Peninsula Area residents are being reminded to keep their liver health in mind.
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09 July 2026
Weipa woman’s gratitude for lifesaving kidney donation
A Weipa woman who received a kidney transplant earlier this year feels like she has been given a second chance at life and wants to use it to help others.
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03 June 2026
TCHHS Health Expo programs expand across region
Aurukun will host the first of four Health Expo events next week as Torres and Cape HHS expands the successful program across the region.
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21 May 2026
Women’s health clinic and Yarning circle on Poruma
A women’s health outreach clinic and Yarning circle was held on Poruma (Coconut) Island earlier this month (11-14 May).
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15 May 2026
Father of five’s incredible journey to health career
A proud Aboriginal man who raised five daughters while completing his Master’s in Social Work is the newest member of Cooktown’s allied health team.
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28 April 2026
TCHHS and AFL Cape York kick goals with new partnership
A new partnership between Torres and Cape HHS and AFL Cape York is going to open up career and health opportunities for young people across the region.
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20 March 2026
Cyclone Narelle aftermath
All TCHHS staff are safe and we have had no reported injuries to staff or patients related to the current weather event.
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11 February 2026
Weipa maternity service celebrates 50th baby birth
Weipa Integrated Health Service’s maternity unit has celebrated its 50th baby birth since birthing started on 22 May 2024.
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12 December 2025
Endoscopy services launch at Cooktown
An endoscopy service has started at Cooktown Multipurpose Health Service and has already treated 12 patients.
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11 December 2025
Savoury festive fare
Patients and staff at Australia’s northernmost hospital will be tucking into a special roast meal with all the trimmings on Christmas Day and New Year’s Eve.
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01 December 2025
Indigenous liaison roles to increase patient support at TCHHS hospitals
3 new Indigenous Hospital Liaison Officers (IHLO) have commenced work at TCHHS hospitals to enhance cultural safety support for patients.