Emma Thompson

I'm fundraising for the Royal Flying Doctor Service

Growing up in a small rural town in Queensland, I’ve seen firsthand how vital healthcare access is for people in rural and remote areas. When the nearest hospital is hours away, services such as the Royal Flying Doctors Service (RFDS) become a lifeline to those in need.

While I haven’t personally needed their help, I know friends, family, and community members who have either worked with them or relied on them in times of need. The RFDS does so much more than just emergency medical retrievals. They provide primary care, healthcare, mental health support, dental services, telehealth, immunisations, and health promotion programs to ensure that rural, remote and regional communities in Queensland receive the care they need.

That’s why this March, I’m taking on the Fit to Fly Challenge - 50 squats a day, to support the RFDS and help keep their essential services running.

I’d love for you to support me on this journey! Every donation helps the RFDS continue to provide lifesaving and everyday healthcare to people in rural, remote, and regional areas.

Let’s go further together, please donate to my challenge today and help keep the Flying Doctor flying!