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).
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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 this Friday, 12 April 2024.
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Know the right treatment options for your needs
The Department of Health is calling on Tasmanians to know the right treatment option for their needs.
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Helping your loved ones get home from hospital
Families, friends and carers of patients in hospital are being urged to assist health services by supporting their loved ones to return home, once they are ready to leave.
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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.
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Tasmania’s major trauma centre reaches milestone in care of critically injured patients
More than 1000 people have received care and treatment for trauma injuries from the Royal Hobart Hospital’s (RHH) trauma specialists in the last 12 months since a new specialist service was established.
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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.
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Temporary nighttime traffic disruptions near Launceston General Hospital during helideck transportation
There will be temporary disruptions to traffic on Wellington and Cleveland Streets on three nights this week to allow for transport of wide loads to Launceston General Hospital (LGH).
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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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Welcoming new nurses to Tasmania's health workforce
The Department of Health is pleased to welcome hundreds of new nurses to the Tasmanian health system as part of the largest annual intake of nursing graduates.
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Antibiotics for urinary tract infections to be accessed through pharmacies
Antibiotics for uncomplicated urinary tract infections (UTIs) will be available through eligible Tasmanian pharmacists from 1 March, for the first time in Tasmania.
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Allied health scholarships provide hospital workforce boost
Thirty-three graduate allied health professionals are starting work in Tasmanian hospitals as part of the Allied Health Scholarship Program.
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Patient reunites with rescuers following serious ATV crash
A Tasmanian man seriously injured in an ATV accident last year has had the chance to reunite with the first responders that came to his rescue.
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Investigations into Launceston General Hospital allegations underway
The Department of Health acknowledges the serious allegations against a former senior doctor at the Launceston General Hospital regarding reportable deaths, which have been raised by witnesses in evidence to the Select Committee on Transfer of Care Delays.
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Emergency Department waiting time dashboard launched
From today, a new online tool is available providing an indication of the average Emergency Department (ED) waiting times for non-critical cases at all four public hospitals across the state.
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New GPs start across Tasmania through innovative training model
Twelve new trainee General Practitioners (GPs) have started across Tasmania as part of an innovative GP training model aimed at boosting the number of doctors in rural and regional areas.
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Dozens of new medical interns start across Tasmania's public hospitals
The Tasmanian health system has welcomed the next generation of Tasmanian doctors as dozens of medical interns start their professional journeys across the public health system this month.
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Royal Hobart Hospital doctors-in-training recognised with prestigious awards
Three Royal Hobart Hospital doctors-in-training have been recognised for their exceptional contribution to health services in southern Tasmania in the annual Junior Medical Officer (JMO) of the Year Awards.
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Hospitals North West doctors recognised for contribution to health services
Two Hospitals North West doctors-in-training have been recognised for their exceptional contribution to health services in the North West in the annual Junior Medical Officer (JMO) of the Year Awards.