24 Dec 2024
Top issues treated by Tasmanian Medicare Urgent Care Clinics released
Tasmanians are reminded that Medicare Urgent Care Clinics (UCCs) will be open throughout the holiday season, with the Department of Health releasing the top three most common reasons why people in Tasmania present to UCCs.
24 Dec 2024
Tasmanians reminded about the dangers of button batteries this Christmas
Tasmanian parents and carers of young children are reminded to be alert to the dangers of button batteries this festive season.
23 Dec 2024
Tasmanians urged to support health staff over the festive season
The Department of Health is encouraging all Tasmanians to be aware of the right healthcare treatment option for their needs over the festive period.
22 Dec 2024
Public Health alert lifted for most of Derwent River
** Updated 22 December 2024 ** The Public Health alert advising against swimming in the River Derwent, issued on Thursday 19 December, has been lifted for all locations except the western end of Bellerive Beach.
18 Dec 2024
Receive treatment at a pharmacy over Christmas
Tasmanians are being reminded to prepare for a healthy Christmas and New Years’ by visiting a pharmacy for certain treatment options and health advice.
11 Dec 2024
Notification of Forged Electronic Prescriptions
Notification of Forged Electronic Prescriptions
07 Dec 2024
Concept design released for new Launceston Hospice
The new state-of-the-art hospice in Launceston has taken another important step forward, with release of concept designs.
05 Dec 2024
New Medicare Urgent Care Clinic opens in Bridgewater
A new Medicare Urgent Care Clinic (UCC) has opened in Bridgewater, expanding access to fully bulk-billed care for Hobart’s northern suburbs.
04 Dec 2024
Applications open for life-saving defibrillator fund
Applications are now open for the latest round of the Community Defibrillator Fund, with an additional 180 life-saving devices to be made available through a $500,000 investment.
10 Dec 2024
New paramedics join Ambulance Tasmania to strengthen statewide ambulance services
Ambulance Tasmania is thrilled to welcome 16 new paramedics who have relocated from interstate and overseas to strengthen frontline healthcare across the State.
