In a groundbreaking development for the community of Coober Pedy, a new dialysis unit has been established by Purple House, bringing essential healthcare services closer to those in need.
Coober Pedy is the first of six facilities announced alongside this funding, with Purple House working on the next five, including a new site at Yalata on the Far West Coast.
The four chair dialysis unit is the first to open from the Commonwealth’s $73 million package intended for up to 30 facilities to benefit patients across Australia.
Patients who previously had to travel long distances for treatment can now receive care closer to home, reducing the burden of travel and crucially allowing patients to remain on (or return to) Country, which is paramount for individual and community wellbeing.
AW spoke to Purple House CEO Sarah Brown about their ongoing work to in providing critical dialysis care for those in need.
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