The value of a men’s group in Circular Head, strengthened youth mental health support in Tassie’s north west, and the deep bond forged between three nurses as part of a mentoring program — they’re just some of the stories you’ll find in the May 2021 issue of Primary Health Matters magazine. You can read a…
Please be aware this story contains reference to suicide, which might be distressing for some, particularly those with lived experience. If you need help or would like to talk to someone, please call Lifeline on 13 11 14 or the Suicide Call Back Service on 1300 659 467. Key participants in the Tasmanian component of…
Primary Health Tasmania was proud to collaborate with the Mental Health Council of Tasmania on a grants program to help community organisations across the state encourage Tasmanians to get out and about and reconnect with their community following the interruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. A total of 35 organisations received grants under the Australian…
Primary Health Tasmania’s ‘Digital integration grants for improving after hours care in the allied health sector’ are now open for a third round! Grants of up to $7,000 are available for eligible allied health providers to connect with the Tasmanian eReferral system and My Health Record. The grant program aims to have the following outcomes:…
Primary Health Tasmania has developed online engagement hubs to support Phase 1A and Phase 1B of the national COVID-19 vaccine rollout. Dedicated hubs have been created for: residential aged care facilities primary health settings, including general practices COVID-19 vaccination in disability services. These new portals complement an existing hub to support COVID-19 assessment and testing…
Primary Health Tasmania is seeking to fill four positions on both our Clinical and Community Advisory Councils. The councils are a vital part of the organisation. They support the Board and provide informed professional and local perspectives on how to improve Tasmania’s health system and the unique health needs of our local communities. On the…