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Tasmania disability services

Publicly-funded disability services in Tasmania are now delivered through the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).

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Tasmania rural and remote health services

Tasmania's rural and isolated regions make careful planning and preparation essential to help you meet the challenge of accessing health services.

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Multicultural Health Connect

Multicultural Health Connect is a helpline that you can call to get health information and advice in your language from staff who understand your culture. The service is currently available in all states except for Queensland and Tasmania.

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5 ways to make your opinion count when it comes to health

Got something to say about health? Here are 5 ways to make your opinion count, including significant surveys and channels for complaints.

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Caring for others

Caring for someone else is a big responsibility and it can be challenging. Here’s information, advice and support for carers.

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Cost of dental care

Dental care can be expensive and patients must often pay for it themselves. This article explains the different ways in which to pay for dental care.

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Dental check-up

A dental check-up is when your dentist practitioner checks inside your mouth and gives your teeth a thorough clean. Learn what it involves.

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Your daylight saving cheat sheet

Daylight saving starts Sunday October 6, which means moving the clocks forward by 1 hour. Need help coping with the time change? Follow these handy tips.

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COVID-19 information in languages other than English

Find COVID-19 information in languages other than English from trusted government websites.

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Voluntary assisted dying

Find out where voluntary assisted dying (VAD) is legal in Australia, who is eligible and the criteria, plus the process that’s involved.

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