Sunshine Coast Health

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Sunshine Coast Hospital and Health Service (HHS) is located in south east Queensland and extends through the coastal and hinterland areas from Caloundra in the south to Gympie in the north. The HHS serves a population of around 390,000 people which is forecast to increase to around 480,000 by 2021 (an increase of 23%). This level of population growth is reflected in
current demand for services.

* Around one sixth of the population within the HHS area (17.2%) were born overseas
* 3.3% of the HHS population speak a language other than English at home
* Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders make up 1.5% of the HHS's population - which is 3.5% of Queensland's total Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander population. The Local Government Areas within the HHS area are the Sunshine Coast Regional Council and Gympie Regional Council. The Sunshine Coast HHS provides services through:

* Sunshine Coast University Hospital
* Nambour General Hospital
* Caloundra Health Service
* Gympie Hospital
* Maleny Soldiers Memorial Hospital

and a comprehensive range of sub-acute, ambulatory and extended care, community health, mental health and oral health services, and aged care services at the Glenbrook Residential Aged Care Facility. Over the next 10 years, the Sunshine Coast HHS will experience significant growth in both service range and capacity including the construction and commissioning of the new tertiary Sunshine Coast Public University Hospital (SCPUH) at Kawana, which will open with 450 beds in 2016 and expand to a 738 bed facility by 2021. SCUH will offer a range of new and expanded services for the Sunshine Coast, including a Skills, Academic and Research Centre on site.

This is Jennifer, Courtney and Cleeve. Hi guys 👋 They’re some of the Nurse Practitioners at the Minor Injuries and Illne...
29/01/2026

This is Jennifer, Courtney and Cleeve. Hi guys 👋 They’re some of the Nurse Practitioners at the Minor Injuries and Illness Clinic (MIIC) in Caloundra.

Last year, the team at the MIIC treated more than 32,000 people for concerns such as (but certainly not limited to):

🦴 Simple factures
🦠 Simple infections
🔥 Minor burns
🩹 Minor cuts and falls
🔴 Skin infections and rashes
😷 Fevers, colds, coughs, earaches

If you have a minor injury or illness, pop down to the MIIC at 2 West Terrace, Caloundra. They’re open every day from 8am – 10pm!

28/01/2026

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Proud parents Tonia and Thomas welcomed Ephrina at Sunshine Coast University Hospital (SCUH) in May, and she is absolu...
27/01/2026

Proud parents Tonia and Thomas welcomed Ephrina at Sunshine Coast University Hospital (SCUH) in May, and she is absolutely SHINING 🥹

From her very first appointment through to discharge and beyond, Tonia and her family experienced “exceptional kindness, empathy and professionalism” from the midwives, nurses, anaesthetists and paediatric doctors at SCUH. 💙

Thanks for sharing your beautiful birth story with us, Tonia. 🫶

Share your with us in our DMs or in the comments.

26/01/2026

3 lunchbox combos to start the school year fresh ✨

Senior dietitian Stacey has some tips for healthy, and popular, lunchboxes without the stress (link in comments 👇).

You don’t need fancy recipes, just a balance of foods that will keep kids satisfied.

🥪 Wholegrain carbohydrates Eg. multigrain bread, wraps, oats, dinner leftovers with potato, rice, pasta.
🥚Protein foods that are going to keep kids full. Eg. shredded chicken breast, boiled eggs, hummus.
🥛Dairy eg, full fat milk poppers, cheese, full fat yoghurts.
🍇Fruits and vegetables. Apples, bananas, berries, cucumbers, carrots can be colourful and easy options. (Chop them up into bite-sized pieces to make them more appealing to young ones).

25/01/2026

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Is anyone else melting in this heat? 🫠Please take care over the coming days to avoid heat related illness. There’s a low...
24/01/2026

Is anyone else melting in this heat? 🫠

Please take care over the coming days to avoid heat related illness. There’s a low intensity heatwave impacting the Sunshine Coast and Gympie areas.

To beat the heat, remember to:
💧drink water (between 6-8 glasses each day)
👕wear light, loose cotton clothes
🏃‍♀️avoid heavy exercise during the hottest parts of the day
❄️stay in air conditioning if available, or a find a cool public place like a library
🧊use wet towels or ice packs to cool down or place your feet in cold water
🧘‍♀️slow down and take it easy
🥵avoid hot, closed spaces
☀️be sun safe. Wear a hat and sunglasses, keep out of the sun between 10am and 2pm, wear long sleeves and light clothing and apply sunscreen every two hours.

Look out for these signs of heat-related illness:
• Dizziness
• Headaches
• Nausea or vomiting
• Fainting
• Bright or dark urine
• Confusion or slurred speech
• Rapid pulse
• Diarrhoea
• Loss of consciousness.

If you or anyone else shows signs of heat-related illness, call 13 HEALTH (13 43 25 84) for advice, or visit your doctor. If it is an emergency, call Triple Zero (000) immediately.

For tips on staying safe in the heat, visit www.health.qld.gov.au/heatsafe.

Get updates from the Queensland Bureau of Meteorology https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts

24/01/2026

Good night 🌙✨

Meet Dr Craig 🤝As our Director of Haematology, Dr Craig is at the helm of treatment and care for blood cancer patients i...
23/01/2026

Meet Dr Craig 🤝

As our Director of Haematology, Dr Craig is at the helm of treatment and care for blood cancer patients in our region.

Driven by a genuine passion for haematology, he’s always looking for the next way to support our patients. He runs clinical trials of cutting-edge therapies, conducts blood cancer research and teaches the next generation of doctors.

One of his most recent achievements was launching our new stem cell transplant service.

What makes him most proud? Knowing patients can access world-class care locally, without the added burden of travelling to major cities. 🌴

Dr Craig was drawn to haematology for its blend of medical science and hands-on clinical care. And while his work is grounded in science, his personal philosophy is simple and inspiring: “Doubt kills more dreams than failure ever will. Don’t doubt yourself - turn vision into reality.”

Meet leukaemia battler Adele and haematology nurse and blood donor Julia – an inspiring duo at the Adem Crosby Centre. 🥰...
22/01/2026

Meet leukaemia battler Adele and haematology nurse and blood donor Julia – an inspiring duo at the Adem Crosby Centre. 🥰

Adele has relied on more than 100 blood transfusions throughout her life.

“I used to be a donor myself when I lived in Gladstone, and I’ve always encouraged others to give. It’s simple, it’s easy, and it changes lives,” Adele said.

And knowing all too well how precious blood supplies are, nurse Julia rolls up her sleeve to help keep people like Adele healthy and smiling.

Having cared for blood cancer patients for more than 25 years, Julia sees firsthand how vital regular blood donations are – not just in emergencies, but every day.

“It’s a 24/7, 365 day a year necessity. Every time someone donates, they’re giving another person more time with their family, friends, and loved ones.

“It’s a really generous thing to do with your time and body, but the Lifeblood team makes it as easy and simple as possible.”

Want to know how you can help? Find out more about donating blood at the story in the comments 👇

Healthy is Happening in Queensland! Is it? Well, yes, our lifestyle naturally lends itself to healthier habits here on t...
21/01/2026

Healthy is Happening in Queensland! Is it? Well, yes, our lifestyle naturally lends itself to healthier habits here on the Coast, so we’re at an advantage when it comes to improving our health through small, manageable steps.

1 in 5 Queenslanders would LOVE to improve their health, but feel time, cost and a lack of social support are barriers to this.

We’re here to break down barriers 🔨

Healthy is Happening is a platform designed to walk, not run, alongside you in small steps to eat well, move more and boost your wellbeing.

Save or pin the website where you can access heaps of:

🥕Healthy recipes (Free, quick and easy)
🏃‍♂️Exercises and workouts (Free, quick, varied)
🧠Articles on building healthier habits (Free, quick and helpful)

Join the movement!

👶Share your in the comments!👶Hi there, Ren 👋In 2025, Ally welcomed her beautiful baby boy, Ren, through Queensland’s...
20/01/2026

👶Share your in the comments!👶

Hi there, Ren 👋

In 2025, Ally welcomed her beautiful baby boy, Ren, through Queensland’s first government-funded homebirth program with Sunshine Coast University Hospital (SCUH), supported by our incredible Birawan Midwifery Group Practice team, and WHAT an amazing journey it was!

Ren arrived safely at home via waterbirth on 15 November at 11:33pm, weighing 3.5kg.

“From pregnancy through to birth, I felt deeply supported, listened to, and respected every step of the way. The continuity of care and trust built with my midwife Mikaila, allowed me to feel calm, informed, and confident going into birth.”

And the care didn’t stop there! Ally described the postpartum support as “next level”, with ongoing home visits, guidance as a first-time mum, support with feeding, emotional wellbeing and recovery, plus the reassurance of a 24/7 phone line during those early days.

We’re so grateful to be able to support families through such powerful, life-changing moments, and to keep learning from your experiences as we continue to grow and improve our services.

Thank you, Ally, for trusting us with your journey, and welcome to the Coast, little Ren 🫶

📩 If you’ve welcomed a with us and would like to share your story, send us a DM or email sc-communications@health.qld.gov.au

Since opening just 8 months ago, our Gympie Nurse-led Walk-in Clinic has already helped over 5,000 people access fast, p...
16/01/2026

Since opening just 8 months ago, our Gympie Nurse-led Walk-in Clinic has already helped over 5,000 people access fast, professional care for everyday health concerns, without the need for an appointment or longer waiting times typical of an emergency department. ⌚

Our passionate team of highly skilled nurses offer immediate care to the community with concerns such as simple respiratory conditions, urinary tract infections, women’s health, abrasions and burns, conjunctivitis, common colds, and minor cuts and burns.

Anyone over the age of 2 can access these services Monday – Saturday from 10am – 6pm, and if your needs go beyond the clinic confines, the team will refer you to the right place.

And the best part? All services are free, even if you don’t have a Medicare card.

That’s enough from us though, take it away, Gympie community:

💚 “Wonderful caring staff.”
💚 “The nurses were amazing and thorough… such a great service for our community.”
💚 “A valuable and much needed service… highly skilled, beyond helpful and so reassuring.”
💚 “Fantastic addition to our community. Great first point of contact.”
💚 “I was very impressed with how quickly I was seen and the care I received.”

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Sunshine Coast, QLD
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