By Nasik Swami: At the next state election, cast a vote as though your life and health may depend upon it. That’s the message from Lachlan Haynes, the chair of Limestone Coast Radiation Working Group—a group that has been fighting tooth and nail for the establishment of a radiation therapy service for the region. Last week, the Liberal Opposition announced that a Liberal government will deliver critical care closer to home for cancer patients in the Limestone Coast if it forms government. Speaking to this newspaper, Mr Haynes said this was the news people were wanting to hear. “This (announcement) marks a very serious political difference and absolutely crystal-clear choice at the coming state election,” he claimed. “If you value your health services and strongly believe the people of the Limestone Coast region deserve radiation treatment and improved cancer outcomes, you now have only one voting option to ensure that […]
Sep 11, 2024 | Article, This Week's Issue, Top Articles

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