A health alert for returning home after a bushfire and your health from the Department of Health (Tas
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Pursue your medical career in Tasmania: meaningful work in a meaningful place
Are you ready to take the next step in your medical career? Whether you’re a Junior Doctor, Registrar, Career Medical Officer, or Staff Specialist, Tasmania offers the opportunity to make a real difference in a place that values connection, both professionally and personally.
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Tasmanian Cardiac Strategy
Find out information about our plan to improve heart health outcomes in Tasmania.
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Join the Tasmanian Health Service and find purpose and connections in rural healthcare
The Tasmanian Health Service (THS) offers exciting opportunities for healthcare professionals to build meaningful careers in a place that balances professional development with personal fulfillment. Whether you’re a doctor in training, a nurse, or a clinical specialist, Tasmania’s rural healthcare system provides the support, connection, and a lifestyle closer to nature. Discover what’s possible when you join our team of passionate professionals across our island state.
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New Clinical Director - Dr Axel Durieux
Dr Axel Durieux the new Clinical Director of the Northern Cancer Service (NCS)
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Recognition for Dr Stan Gauden
Northern Cancer Service honours and recognises the exemplary service of much-respected clinician Dr Stan Gauden.
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Alert: Uncle Frogs Food Recall
National Food Recall: Oz Brands Pty Ltd - Uncle Frog's Mushroom Gummies Cordyceps 36 grams and Uncle Frog's Mushroom Gummies Lions Mane 36 grams
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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.
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Bushfire smoke and your health
While conditions have eased, smoke from bushfires may still affect the air quality in locations across Tasmania. Even well away from fire, poor air quality can pose a health risk, particularly to older or very young Tasmanians and those with chronic health conditions.
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Meet LGH and RHH clinician Dr Dinendra Gill
Dr Dinendra Gill is a staff specialist in Emergency Medicine at Launceston General Hospital (LGH), and was recently appointed as the Clinical Director of Medical and Cancer Services at the Royal Hobart Hospital (RHH)
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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.
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Royal Hobart Hospital staff in action in Antarctica rescue mission
Two of the Royal Hobart Hospital’s staff were called on to help the Australian Antarctic Division rescue mission in late August.
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Closing soon: Consultation opportunity - Meeting the needs of Tasmanians before they reach crisis point
The Department of Health is working with Everymind to develop a new service for Tasmania to support people in the early stages of distress.
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Expanded vaccination scope of practice for Community Pharmacy
In Tasmania, as of 3 January 2024, Authorised Pharmacist Immunisers (API) will be able to independently administer an expanded scope of vaccines subject to completion of required training.
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Update 3 – Secretary, Department of Health
September update on the progress being made to improve the safety of children and young people in our health settings.
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Tasmanian community urged to be on alert for recalled poppy seed
Several brands and products of poppy seeds have been recalled nationally, with consumers advised not to eat affected products.
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St Helen's Private Hospital Closure
Information about the closure of St Helen's Private Hospital.
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Revaccination advice – Dodges Ferry Medical
This page provides advice for patients vaccinated at Dodges Ferry Medical between July 2003 to 22 March 2023.