17 Jan 2024
Appointment of Chief Medical Officer and Chief Psychiatrist
Dr Dinesh Arya has been appointed to the key senior role of Chief Medical Officer and Chief Psychiatrist for Tasmania following a competitive recruitment process.
04 Jan 2024
Yolla Community Pharmacy and COVID-19 vaccines
Public Health has identified that COVID-19 vaccines were stored and administered after their expiry date at Yolla Community Pharmacy between August 2021 and August 2023.
03 Jan 2024
Next stage of campaign launched to promote respect for health workers
Next stage of campaign launched to promote respect for health workers
22 Dec 2023
New uniform and leadership role for midwives, but same dedication to delivering exceptional care
Significant changes have been occurring in Midwifery across Tasmania, with the launch of a new uniform, and an inaugural Assistant Director of Midwifery role.
22 Dec 2023
Tasmanians urged to be aware of syphilis as cases increase locally and nationally
Tasmanians are being reminded to consider their need for regular sexual health checks, to practice safe sex and to get tested for syphilis and treated as soon as possible if they have symptoms.
21 Dec 2023
Results from the Tasmanian Population Health Survey 2022 released
Public Health Services today released the results of the 2022 Tasmanian Population Health Survey (TPHS).
21 Dec 2023
Be alert to the dangers of button batteries
Parents and guardians of young children are urged to be aware of the dangers of button batteries this festive season.
18 Dec 2023
Free Wi-Fi across Tasmania's major hospitals
Just in time for Christmas, secure free public Wi-Fi is now available at Tasmania’s four major hospitals to help visitors and patients stay connected with family and friends during their stay.
15 Dec 2023
Expansion of Hospital@home services in Southern Tasmania
More patients in Southern Tasmania will be supported to return home from hospital sooner - or avoid presenting to a hospital altogether – with the expansion of the Royal Hobart Hospital’s (RHH) Hospital@home program.
14 Dec 2023
Child Safe Behaviours. Have your Say!
We want to hear from children, young people and families about how we can help children and young people feel safe and be safe when using our health services.
