Primary Health Tasmania works closely with the Australian and Tasmanian governments to provide information and support to healthcare providers in the prevention and management of coronavirus (COVID-19).
This web page points Tasmanian healthcare professionals to some key COVID-19 resources.
If you need assistance with something that isn’t listed below, you’re welcome to get in touch and we’ll do our best to help you.
Primary Health Tasmania has developed a comprehensive suite of COVID-19 Pathways for Tasmania which cover clinical care and vaccination.
Our Tasmanian HealthPathways online portal is a free, evidence-based resource for Tasmanian health professionals. It provides local guidance on best-practice assessment, management of common medical conditions and referral options.
COVID-19 vaccination
The COVID-19 Tasmanian HealthPathways are kept up-to-date with the latest information on COVID-19 vaccination, including booster advice.
Primary Health Tasmania is offering funding opportunities for COVID-19 vaccination home visits, pop-up clinics and reimbursement for non-Medicare card holders. More information on our engagement portal.
COVID-19 management
The COVID-19 Tasmanian HealthPathways are kept up-to-date with the latest information on management of COVID-19, including:
the COVID@homeplus program (including referral forms)
follow-up
COVID-19 syndrome.
The Australian Government has advice for healthcare professionals on what to consider when treating patients for COVID-19, and telehealth services available.
Infection control
The Tasmanian Government has resources available to help minimise the spread of COVID-19 in workplaces.
It also has comprehensive information on infection prevention and control, including resources and education for healthcare workers.
The Tasmanian Government provides information about vulnerable people and high-risk settings such as disability residential facilities, as well as information for people with disability.
