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…
Primary Health Tasmania’s latest health needs assessment report (for 2025-28) is now available. Developed by our Health Strategy and Performance team – including clinical epidemiologists, a clinical epidemiologist evaluator, health researchers, a biostatistician, and a health data analyst – the report provides a snapshot of Tasmanian health trends by noting areas of improvement, as well…
Primary Health Tasmania is offering education grants to help primary healthcare professionals boost their knowledge and skills in palliative care. Two short online courses will be available through Flinders University – a Certificate in Palliative Care (10 weeks), and a Specialist Certificate in Palliative Care (13 weeks). There will be no cost to successful applicants.…
Primary Health Tasmania supports initiatives that reduce the harm caused by use of e-cigarettes and cigarettes. Vaping can damage people’s physical and mental health by exposing them to harmful chemicals. As with tobacco smoking, there is no such thing as ‘safe’ vaping. We welcome the Tasmanian Government’s willingness to tackle this critical public health issue,…