Dementia is a condition that affects the ability to perform daily tasks, significantly impacting both people living with dementia and their loved ones. As Tasmania’s population ages, dementia is becoming a pressing public health issue. By 2042, more than 25% of the Tasmanian population will be aged 65 and over. But when does forgetfulness turn…
How a Tasmanian program is increasing access to palliative care medicines When you are caring for someone near the end of their life, it can be hard to find the medicines they need outside a hospital or specialist care environment. But a new project that encourages community pharmacies to stock a core range of palliative…
How two scholarship recipients are improving healthcare outcomes in their local communities Michael Walls and Gayle Rusher, recipients of Primary Health Tasmania’s Grow Your Own scholarships, are living examples that it’s never too late to expand your skillset and give back to your community. Both recipients, now in their sixties, are using their scholarships to…
How a north-west GP is improving the health of Tasmanians in aged care homes The Aged Care Royal Commission found people receiving aged care, particularly those living in aged care homes, do not consistently receive the health care they need. “Primary healthcare practitioners are either not visiting people receiving aged care at their residences, or…
How one project is helping us understand the experience of Tasmanians living with asthma and their quality of life BREATHING may seem effortless for most, but for 12.7% of Tasmanians—the second-highest rate in Australia—it’s a daily challenge. Asthma often restricts their ability to live full, active lives.To better understand this experience, Asthma Australia launched the…
Primary Health Tasmania’s twice-yearly magazine aims to capture real stories from our work, that of our commissioned providers, and others in the Tasmanian primary health, aged care and social care spaces. In the latest issue (December 2024) you’ll find the following stories: To request a printed copy of the magazine or to access earlier issues, please send us…