02 May 2024
Launch of Hospital In The Home in Northern Tasmania
The Department of Health is bringing health services closer to the patient’s preferred place of care - their home - with the launch of the Launceston General Hospital’s (LGH) Hospital In The Home – North service.
29 Apr 2024
East Devonport Medical Centre reopens
Following the temporary closure of the East Devonport Medical Centre, My Clinic Plus will open at the East Devonport Medical Centre site and welcome patients from Monday 6 May 2024.
29 Apr 2024
Department of Health launches new recruitment blitz
The Department of Health has launched a new statewide, national and international recruitment campaign.
24 Apr 2024
Helping Tasmanians stay safe on their feet during April No Falls month
This month is “April No Falls”, which is an international campaign that aims to encourage us to recognise the risks that falls pose and to highlight the importance of prevention, particularly for older peopl
10 Apr 2024
Time to prepare, plan and protect this winter
Tasmanians are urged to prepare, plan and protect themselves and their families this winter from severe illness caused by acute respiratory infections such as Influenza, COVID-19, and Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV).
09 Apr 2024
Stay informed about acute respiratory infections this winter
Tasmanians are encouraged to keep informed about trends in acute respiratory infections (ARI) circulating in the community, with new reporting changes to come into effect this Friday, 12 April 2024.
27 Mar 2024
Helping your loved ones get home from hospital for Easter
Families, friends and carers of patients in hospital are being urged to assist health services by supporting their loved ones to return home in time for Easter, once they are ready to leave.
27 Mar 2024
Know the right treatment options for your needs this Easter
The Department of Health is calling on Tasmanians to know their treatment options ahead of the Easter weekend, which is typically a busy period for hospitals and health services.
08 Mar 2024
How to stay safe during hot weather
Tasmanians are being reminded of some simple steps they can take to keep themselves and others safe in the heat.
28 Feb 2024
Campaign urges patients to let us know if they can’t make outpatient appointment
The Department of Health has introduced a campaign to raise awareness of the issue of public outpatient appointments going unattended, encouraging Tasmanians to let clinics know if they are unable to make it.
