CARING. COMMITTED. CONNECTED.
Helping our rural communities with improved access to life-saving medical care.
We fund programs to improve health and safety for rural communities
Delivering funding and support when it is most needed - in times of crisis
Reaching out to educate
people about rural and remote health
There is something special about living in rural and remote communities. The wide-open spaces and red dirt. Or acres of lush green forest. Millions of stars dotting the sky at night will take your breath away. But it’s more than just the landscape. The people are pretty special too.
We look out for each other. We’re tenacious, resilient, resourceful and most of all, connected.
You see, it’s not always easy living outside our cities and major towns. On average, Australians living in rural and remote areas have shorter lives, higher levels of disease and injury and poorer access to health services. Many drive hundreds of kilometres to see their doctor. When it comes to health, rural people rely on each other, and local health services to be there in times of need.
Rural Doctors Foundation was established by a group of country doctors who saw first-hand the issues rural and remote communities face in accessing quality healthcare. We understand rural and remote communities because we’re a part of them. The communities we serve are not all the same. Each has varied health needs, and the people and their doctors know what those needs are. We exist to work with rural and remote communities and support them to stay safe and healthy.
Donate today to get defibrillators into rural communities.
We're helping more communities get access to life-saving defibrillators. Donate today to help us reach our goal.
On 18-19 July, the quiet of Kooralbyn was replaced by the roar of engines and the smell of burning rubber.
But all, for a good cause.
Thanks to the support of NAB Foundation, we have free Emergency Kits for rural doctors. Tell us why you need one!
With colder temperatures and a lower resistance to the flu, many Australians are suffering this winter. Follow these simple tips to improve your chances of staying healthy this winter.
Dry July is an ideal time to consider the impact alcohol is having on your life.
Excessive alcohol consumption can have devastating consequences, particularly for those in rural and remote communities.
Consider the benefits of reduced alcohol consumption with some useful tips to help you.
On ANZAC Day, we acknowledge those who have served or continue to serve this special place we call home.
We chat with Dr Michael Clements, a rural doctor and veteran who specialises in supporting ex-service personnel and families of serving members.
Level 1, 324 Queen Street Brisbane, QLD 4000
GPO Box 1495 Brisbane
QLD 4001
07 3039 0011
info@ruraldoctorsfoundation.org.au
25 603 089 881
