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Primary Health Tasmania Primary Health Tasmania is a non-government, not-for-profit organisation working to connect care We ask that you are respectful in your comments.

Primary Health Tasmania is a non-government, not-for-profit organisation working to connect care and keep Tasmanians well and out of hospital. We are one of 31 primary health networks (PHNs) established nationally on 1 July 2015 as part of the Australian Government’s Primary Health Networks Program to:
• increase the efficiency and effectiveness of medical services for patients, particularly those

at risk of poor health outcomes
• improve coordination of care to ensure patients receive the right care in the right place at the right time. To learn more about us visit www.primaryhealthtas.com.au

Primary Health Tasmania’s social media sites are places where we encourage interaction and discussion between anyone interested in our organisation or primary health care. We reserve the right to remove anything we deem:
• abusive or personal attacks
• material that is unlawful, obscene, defamatory, threatening, harassing, abusive, slanderous, hateful or embarrassing to any other entity
• third party advertising
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We also reserve the right to terminate involvement by users who post such content. For your safety, never include your phone number, email, address or other personal information in a post. Your comments are visible to all. This page is monitored Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm. We will aim to get back to you within one business day. If your inquiry is urgent please contact us directly on 1300 653 169 (during business hours). Primary Health Tasmania does not offer direct clinical services.
• Your regular GP should always be your first point of call if you need medical care
• In an emergency, call 000 for ambulance, fire or police. For health advice and information on health services open after hours, on public holidays and on weekends:
• www.tasafterhours.com
• call 1800 022 222 (healthdirect Australia)

The following telephone services are also available for urgent assistance:
• Mental Health Services Helpline (DHHS) 1800 332 388
• Lifeline Crisis Help 13 11 14
• Kids Helpline 1800 187 263

MENTAL HEALTH | Today is R U OK? Day, a time to highlight the importance of meaningful conversations and mental health a...
10/09/2026

MENTAL HEALTH | Today is R U OK? Day, a time to highlight the importance of meaningful conversations and mental health awareness.

Research shows that 1 in 4 people may hesitate to ask when they think someone is struggling. This year's theme, 'Ask R U OK? Any Day', is an important reminder that if you're thinking about asking, trust your instinct and start a conversation. Conversations about mental health matter every day.

Until early October, the R U OK? Conversation Convoy will be travelling throughout Tasmania, hosting community events to spark connection and conversation. Today, our team joined the Launceston event.

Get involved in R U OK? Day and find an event near you: ruok.org.au/conversation-convoy

Today is also World Su***de Prevention Day, which highlights the importance of working together to prevent su***de, reduce stigma and support people experiencing distress.

Starting a conversation is important, but so is knowing where else to turn for support. You can contact Medicare Mental Health on 1800 595 212 between 8.30am and 5pm, weekdays, to find out what services and supports are available, or visit: medicarementalhealth.gov.au

If you or someone you know needs immediate support, contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 or call 000 in an emergency.

R U OK? ***dePreventionDay

BODY IMAGE AND EATING DISORDERS | Body Image and Eating Disorders Awareness Week (7 to 13 September), led by the Eating ...
09/09/2026

BODY IMAGE AND EATING DISORDERS | Body Image and Eating Disorders Awareness Week (7 to 13 September), led by the Eating Disorders Alliance, raises awareness and aims to improve understanding of body image concerns, disordered eating and eating disorders.

This year’s theme is 'Redefining ‘Wellness’: Stories we’re sold about health and our bodies'. At a time when wellness trends are prominent across social media, advertising and everyday conversations, the theme encourages reflection on the messages we receive about health, body image, food and movement.

Find out more about Body Image and Eating Disorders Awareness Week at butterfly.org.au

MENTAL HEALTH | "If someone walks out feeling heard, listened to and acknowledged, that's the best indicator we've done ...
07/09/2026

MENTAL HEALTH | "If someone walks out feeling heard, listened to and acknowledged, that's the best indicator we've done our job properly."

The Devonport Medicare Mental Health Centre, located at 11-17 Stewart Street, is designed to be a place of calm, offering free walk-in support for people experiencing mental health challenges.

Operated by Stride Mental Health and commissioned through Primary Health Tasmania, the centre is working closely with local services to help people access the support they need, when they need it most.

Read the full story in the latest edition of Primary Health Matters: tasp.hn/4x8gM2F

TRAINING OPPORTUNITY | Learn skills that could save a life. People living on Flinders Island can access funded first aid...
03/09/2026

TRAINING OPPORTUNITY | Learn skills that could save a life.

People living on Flinders Island can access funded first aid training through Primary Health Tasmania's Access to Health Services Initiative.

Courses available:
• HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
• HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in Education and Care

📅Thursday 10 September 2026, 11am and 6pm
📍 Whitemark, Flinders Island

Register here: bit.ly/4qSJ7II

Use voucher code PHTFI2026 at checkout to access the training free of charge.

This training is funded by Primary Health Tasmania through the Access to Health Services Initiative.

MENTAL HEALTH | A new Medicare Mental Health Centre is now open in Glenorchy. Located at 388 Main Road, the service is o...
03/09/2026

MENTAL HEALTH | A new Medicare Mental Health Centre is now open in Glenorchy.

Located at 388 Main Road, the service is open Monday to Friday from 10am to 6pm, with no appointment or referral required.

People experiencing mental health concerns can access immediate, short and medium-term support, in a safe and welcoming place. The centre also helps people connect with other suitable services in the community and offers information and advice for carers, family members and friends.

Delivered by Stride Mental Health, the Glenorchy Medicare Mental Health Centre joins existing centres in Launceston, Devonport and Burnie.

For more information, visit the Stride website here: bit.ly/Medicare-Mental-Health-Glenorchy

CHILD S*XUAL ABUSE | One in three girls and one in five boys are s*xually abused before the age of 18. General practice ...
31/08/2026

CHILD S*XUAL ABUSE | One in three girls and one in five boys are s*xually abused before the age of 18. General practice teams play a critical role in responding to disclosures and coordinating ongoing support and care.

Facilitated by expert staff from Laurel House, this workshop is designed for all general practice staff and is tailored to Launceston communities. Through case studies and guided discussion, you will critically reflect on factors impacting on recognition and response to child s*xual abuse, and practice coordinating care across local services and systems.

🗓️Tuesday 29 September, 6pm to 9pm
📍Launceston
✅RACGP and ACRRM approved

Learn more and register here: tasp.hn/csa-workshop-north

Support is available 24/7 by phoning 1800 MYSUPPORT (1800 697 877). More information about available support can be found here: laurelhouse.org.au

Safer Families Centre

INTELLECTUAL DISABILITY | What does more inclusive care look like in practice? Primary Health Tasmania partnered with Br...
21/08/2026

INTELLECTUAL DISABILITY | What does more inclusive care look like in practice?

Primary Health Tasmania partnered with Brighton Regional Doctors to develop a new video resource sharing the small and practical ways healthcare teams can better support people with intellectual disability.

In the latest edition of Primary Health Matters, we explore the story behind the resource and how the practice is modelling better care for people with intellectual disability.

Read the full story here: tasp.hn/intellectual-disability-video

Brighton Regional Doctors

AGED CARE | Polypharmacy and medication management is a common and complex challenge in the care of older adults. Join u...
19/08/2026

AGED CARE | Polypharmacy and medication management is a common and complex challenge in the care of older adults.

Join us for a free webinar with geriatrician, Associate Professor Marc Budge. Hear about key considerations for medication management, and learn practical tools to support safer prescribing and improve health outcomes for older adults.

The session will also include an overview of Care@home's new Virtual Multidisciplinary Outreach Service and how it supports the care of older adults transitioning to or living in residential aged care homes.

📅 Wednesday 2 September
🕡6.30pm to 8pm
✅ RACGP and ACRRM approved

Learn more and register here: tasp.hn/4fJNuC1

MENTAL HEALTH | We have opened a tender for the delivery of multidisciplinary mental health services in the Glamorgan Sp...
18/08/2026

MENTAL HEALTH | We have opened a tender for the delivery of multidisciplinary mental health services in the Glamorgan Spring Bay and West Coast local government areas.

This tender will close Friday 11 September.

For more information, go to: tasp.hn/multi-d-mental-health-tender

ABORIGINAL HEALTH | "Retinal screening might seem niche, but it helps paint a broader picture of someone's overall healt...
12/08/2026

ABORIGINAL HEALTH | "Retinal screening might seem niche, but it helps paint a broader picture of someone's overall health."

At Karadi Aboriginal Corporation, retinal screening is doing more than supporting eye health. It's helping identify conditions such as diabetic retinopathy, hypertension and macular degeneration, while encouraging people to access other health services and supports.

Read the full story in the latest edition of Primary Health Matters: tasp.hn/45jp64c

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