"Becoming seriously ill whilst on holidays"

My home is in SA, but I became suddenly very sick whilst on holidays in WA.  After a stint in both Esperance and Fiona Stanley hospitals I found myself admitted to Kalgoorlie hospital at Easter time with renal failure. I was well looked after for the five days I was in the hospital before being sent via RFDS back to Fiona Stanley hospital for more treatment. 

I eventually made it back to Kalgoorlie, but in early May had to go back to Perth for two months for an operation and recovery.

I now find myself a (temporary) resident of Kalgoorlie (for as long as it takes) whilst I undergo chemotherapy for ovarian cancer.

My first contact with the cancer centre was by phone in June with their coordinating nurse, Lorinda, who straight away made me feel cared about.

On my first day I had no idea what I was facing and was full of trepidation when I fronted up to reception at the cancer centre and was met by the friendly receptionist. I then set foot into the chemo unit and was immediately put at ease by the lovely nurses and was made to feel comfortable about the whole process.

I have now been having chemo (on and off because of other complications) since July and have a way to go yet but I cannot speak highly enough about the care and dedication from all the staff in the cancer centre and chemo unit of the Kalgoorlie Health Campus. Thank you all.