Doctors in Short Supply: Jurien Bay's Healthcare Crisis Deepens
2025-01-25
ABC Health on MSN.com
The rural town of Jurien Bay, with a population of 2,000, is facing a severe shortage of medical professionals, with only two doctors available to cater to the community's healthcare needs. This shortage has been exacerbated by the departure of a doctor who had to relocate to complete her specialist GP training, despite having previously invested in a local home. As a result, the town's health services are under immense pressure, highlighting the desperate need for more doctors and medical facilities in rural Australia, particularly in areas with growing populations and limited access to primary healthcare services, including general practice and medical specialties.
