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Rukmani (Ruki) Rusch is an experienced speech language
pathologist from Far North Queensland. Ruki has been an
integral member of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander (ATSI)
Stroke Team based at the Cairns Hospital. She has a caring and
kind nature and has received tremendous reviews as a clinical
educator for speech pathology students.
Recently Ruki together with Naomi Wenitong produced a rap for
Stroke Week (12–18 September) to promote stroke awareness
in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. The rap
provides vital stroke awareness messages in a fun and catchy
format. Specifically, the rap includes: lifestyle advice, the key
signs of a stroke and the importance of seeking medical advice
immediately.
If you haven’t had a listen already, you can do so via this link
www.soundcloud.com/strokefdn/stroke-rapRachael Di Bella
SPA Far North Queensland Representative
Griffith University
Welcome to the profession
Griffith University students in their final year of the Master of
Speech Pathology were welcomed to the profession with a wine
and cheese afternoon on Friday, 28 October. Simone Howells
presented on behalf of the Queensland Branch about SPA and the
benefits of SPA membership. Practising speech pathologists from
Queensland Health, Department of Education and private practice
attended, together with academic staff. Thanks to everyone who
came, it was a great afternoon!
Sharni Bellato and Georgina Klokman
Griffith University, SPA Student Representatives
In appreciation of Rukmani Rusch
Branch
News
December 2016
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