A new $6.3 million, purpose-built health hub at Maroochydore is bringing together vital services under one roof, including a state-of-the-art oral health service and BreastScreen Queensland.
The facility on Sixth Avenue has six dental treatment chairs and advanced equipment to improve oral care for the Coast’s growing community. The co-location of BreastScreen Queensland will encourage more women to attend regular check-ups by giving them access to free, early-detection breast cancer screening.
Sunshine Coast Health chief executive Dr Peter Gillies says the new oral clinic includes six modern dental chairs, giving the hub the capacity to look after up to 12,000 more patients every year, if fully staffed.
“Oral health appointments can be daunting for some people, so we wanted to create a space that helps patients feel comfortable and supported from the moment they arrive,” Dr Gillies says.
“Last year, 24,500 people were treated across the region in a Sunshine Coast Health dental facility.
“Oral health plays a critical role in overall health and this new service will ensure our community has the care and support they need in a modern setting.”
Minister for Women and Women’s Economic Security and Member for Maroochydore Fiona Simpson says the Sixth Avenue facility will encourage even more women to make the time to have their two-yearly breast screen.
“Over 8000 women were screened at Sunshine Coast Health’s Maroochydore service throughout 2024,” Ms Simpson says.
“It’s their most popular screening service and I think locals are going to appreciate the convenience of this new location.
“If it has been a while since your last breast screen, now is the perfect time to book an appointment and visit our new Maroochydore facility.”
