10 Dec 2024
Low vitamin D in Tasmania
Low vitamin D is an important public health issue and is common in Tasmania.
03 Dec 2024
Stay heat smart this summer
With hot weather predicted across the state this summer, Tasmanians are being urged to stay heat smart and know how to keep themselves, their families and others healthy and safe.
01 Dec 2024
Knowing the right health treatment option for you this summer
The Department of Health is encouraging all Tasmanians to be aware of the right treatment option for their needs this summer as hospitals and the broader health system enter a traditionally busy period.
19 Nov 2024
Community invited to shape new Tasmanian Cancer Plan
The Department of Health is inviting people to share their experiences with cancer services to shape the development of a new Tasmanian Cancer Plan
18 Nov 2024
Exceptional Tasmanian nurses and midwives recognised in annual awards
Nurses and midwives from across Tasmania were recognised for excellence in an awards ceremony in Hobart on Friday night.
15 Nov 2024
Tasmanian pharmacist Peter Fowler wins prestigious national award
Tasmanian specialist pharmacist Peter Fowler has been bestowed the prestigious Fred J Boyd award by Advanced Pharmacy Australia (AdPha), recognising decades of commitment to the organisation and the profession.
13 Nov 2024
Meningococcal case a reminder of the importance of vaccination
Tasmanians are reminded that meningococcal disease still occurs in Tasmania, following the diagnosis of the State’s first case this year.
13 Nov 2024
LGBTIQA+ health Action Plan 2024-2027 released
A plan to continue improving health outcomes for LGBTIQA+ Tasmanians and building an inclusive healthcare system over the next four years has been released.
13 Nov 2024
New state-of-the-art Burnie Ambulance Super Station ready to serve the community
The construction of the new $12.4 million Burnie Ambulance Super Station has been completed, with the station to welcome paramedics later this month.
13 Nov 2024
Oral Health Services Tasmania wins national award for Digital Dentures program
Congratulations to the Oral Health Services Tasmania (OHST) Digital Dentures project team for winning a national award that recognises its nation-leading technology.
