Archive of news for May 2012

May 2012

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Kerry Hoffman knows the feeling of freedom when riding a wave

The East coast of Australia is famous for its beautiful beaches. With pounding surf and safe, soft sand, they are there to be enjoyed by everyone; The Disabled Surfers Association is one organisation that's making sure that's possible.

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International Nurses and Midwives Day Barbeque

The First Year Experience representatives from the School of Nursing and Midwifery are hosting a barbeque at midday on May 14 in the Richardson Wing courtyard to celebrate International Nurses Day and International Midwives Day.

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14

An Holistic Model of Care

Sometimes it's hard to remember the exact moment life changes, but for others, the turning point remains vivid and unchanging. For Helen McGarrell, a three-week stint in Thailand transformed her approach to community care and she is now back in Australia advocating for change.

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An expectation that health can be restored

When we fall sick or are in pain, there is an expectation that health can be restored; that doctors and nurses or health workers will lead us to recovery.

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