Murtupuni Centre for Rural and Remote Health (CRRH)

James Cook University

Murtupuni Centre for Rural and Remote Health (MCRRH) uses rural health and workforce research, capacity building and knowledge translation to develop the evidence based for best practice rural and remote health care. Research projects include: increasing the postpartum screening for women with Gestational Diabetes Mellitus and Diabetes in pregnancy living in rural and remote areas; codesigned community rehabilitation services; and self-directed upper limb rehabilitation in stroke survivors. Researcher at Murtupuni are Chief Investigators on two NHMRC program grants: Women’s Action for Mums and Bubs (WOMB) program; and Strengthening systems for indigenous health care equity (STRIDE).

Website
https://www.crrh.jcu.edu.au/
Organisation type
  • University Research Centre
Number of research staff
Up to 20 research staff
Address
100 Joan Street, Mount Isa QLD 4825

Strengths and capabilities

  • Research in best practive rural and remote health care

Facilities and major equipment

  • University Departments of Rural Health in Queensland
  • Network of over 20 rural and remote health centres

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