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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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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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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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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Down syndrome

This syndrome causes learning difficulties, with a greater chance of health problems. Everyone is affected differently.

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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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What is adoption?

Adoption permanently transfers the legal rights and responsibilities of being a parent from the child’s birth parents to the adoptive parents. Learn more here.

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Free meningococcal vaccine to help protect Australian teenagers

More than 1 million teenagers will get a free meningococcal vaccine over the next 4 years, once it's added to the National Immunisation Schedule in April 2019.

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Mammography

A mammogram is a type of X-ray used to screen for breast cancer. Learn more about the process, plus the benefits and risks of mammography.

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Introduction to disability services and the NDIS

The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is being rolled out across Australia and may already provide publicly-funded disability services where you live.

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COVID-19 information and support services by state and territory

Links to state and territory-based information on COVID-19, regarding health, travel restrictions, events, school, self-isolation and work.

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Medicines and driving

Some medicines can affect the skills you need to drive safely. Here's how to reduce the risks and stay safe on the road.

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Rural and remote health

Many organisations, along with the Australian Government, have developed support programs for people living in rural and remote areas.

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Dementia and driving

Dementia can affect your memory, concentration, judgement and vision, which makes driving a car difficult. Learn more about dementia and driving, and when you may need to stop.

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Australian mental health services

It can be difficult to understand how the complex mental health system in Australia operates. Learn how you can access the care you need.

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Do face masks protect you from bushfire smoke?

Face masks won’t necessarily protect you from the poor air quality being caused by Australian bushfire smoke. Here's why, and what you can do to protect yourself.

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Incontinence – an overview

Incontinence can be treated, managed and even cured. Rather than be embarrassed about it, just talk to your doctor. Find out more here.

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Faecal incontinence

Faecal incontinence is when you experience leakage from the bowel due to poor bowel control. Up to 1 in 20 people have this condition, but there are treatments available.

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Huntington's disease

Huntington's affects the nervous system and worsens over time. Symptoms include difficulty controlling limbs, and cognitive and emotional changes.

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Workers' compensation

If you are injured or become ill due to your work, you may be entitled to workers' compensation. Check your scheme for the benefits available if you make a claim.

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Notification of illness and disease

‘Notifiable’ diseases are ones where government health authorities must be notified about occurrences. Learn why this is important and about the information.

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CATT – the crisis assessment and treatment team

A crisis assessment and treatment team (CATT) provides immediate help during a mental health crisis. Here's what you need to know about crisis management.

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What is an ambulance?

An ambulance is a vehicle equipped to provide emergency care to sick or injured people and to get them to hospital. Learn more here about how much ambulances cost and when you should call one.

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E-cigarettes (vaping)

E-cigarettes (vaping) are battery-operated devices designed to look and feel like cigarettes, cigars or similar. Vaping has been linked to serious health problems.

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Hospital and intensive care for COVID-19

If you have COVID-19 and must be admitted to hospital, here’s what to expect and how you might be treated.

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Travelling to your healthcare appointment

Travelling to receive healthcare can be complex, time-consuming and costly. Here's how to help reduce these burdens through good planning.

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Ice (crystal meth)

Ice, also known as crystal meth, is a very addictive illegal drug. Find out more about ice including what it is and the dangers of abuse.

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Your healthcare rights

Everybody in Australia has certain healthcare rights. This article explains these rights and what to do if you feel they have been denied.

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