Editor’s note... Hi Readers, Welcome to Issue 21 of The Nursing Post magazine. SunSense UV Photobus has hit Australian roads this summer bringing free UV analyses and a team of skincare consultants to communities all over the country. Visit www.sunsense.com.au to find your nearest bus stop! This issue, we take a close look at Rural and Remote Health. In a bid to better serve the needs of rural and remote communities, Mental Health Association Australia is launching a new and exciting free online mental health support service across Queensland. This service will provide communities with free and accessible professional support to assist with any issues that may be affecting mental health and quality of life. Are you dreaming of a new career adventure? Rural and remote careers can be very rewarding. If you are wanting to find out more about working in rural or remote Australia and the opportunities available to you, have a look at our features on Rural Health Select (pg.14) and RAHC (pg.18). Cancer Council’s Pink Ribbon Day was celebrated on 22 October to raise funds for breast cancer research, prevention programs and support services. If your ward or workplace got involved and held a fundraisier, send your photos into artwork@nursingpost.com.au. You could be featured in our next issue! Our next issue is out on Monday 12 November featuring Mental Health. Until then, take care.
Naomi Byrne Editor 2
On the Cover: Remote Area Health Corps (RAHC) Turn to pg.18 for this feature
Next Issue: Mental Health ABN: 28 105 044 282 PO BOX 6213, East Perth, WA, 6892 Ph: +(618) 9325 3917 | Fax: +(618) 9325 4037 E: artwork@nursingpost.com.au W: www.nursingpost.com.au Next Publication Details: Issue 22: 12 November 2012 Material Deadline: 5 November 2012 Printed by Daniels Printing Craftsmen Editor and Graphic Designer Naomi Byrne Sales and Marketing Manager Michael Kuhnert
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