Health

Sandy Khadka is one of 28 nurses joining Bundaberg Hospital this month as the health service welcomes its largest intake of nursing and midwifery graduates across the Wide Bay.

Three new RACQ LifeFlight Rescue critical care doctors are taking flight in Bundaberg, enhancing the level of aeromedical care provided to the Wide Bay-Burnett region.

The Friendlies has welcomed a new group of post-graduate doctors on clinical placements across the hospital.

Ruben Meerman is the scientist behind the Bundaberg Region’s newest health and lifestyle program which recognises the connection between metabolism, breathing and movement.

Bundaberg parents are being encouraged to book their children in for an eye test as new research by Specsavers reveals those under eight spend an average of 2.5 hours a day on screens.

On Sunday the Bundaberg Multiplex will be a hive of activity as the 11th Move It Expo showcases everything from local sporting clubs to health and wellbeing providers, with special guest Surfing Scientist Ruben Meerman to also present to the crowd.