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Department of Health, Tasmania
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25.01.2022 The late Dorothy Cunningham OAM dedicated her entire life to two things her family and community service. So it’s fitting that following her passing a donation was made in her honour to the North West Regional Hospital. Through the NW-based support group Lungs in Poor Shape (LIPS), of which Mrs Cunningham was a past president, a haemoglobin analyser has been donated to the hospital’s respiratory laboratory. The analyser measures a patient’s haemoglobin level with just a simple finger-prick test. Funds for the analyser were raised at Mrs Cunningham’s funeral in 2017. Photo: Dorothy’s husband Barry with Dr Mabeza
25.01.2022 Hobart took a direct hit this weekend from dozens of colourful yarn bombs produced by Royal Hobart Hospital patients, staff and many people in our community. The yarn bombing is an initiative of Diversional Therapist, Erica Stevenson, within the Occupational Therapy Service. Yarn bombing is a therapeutic knitting initiative that can help reduce depression, distract from chronic pain, provide meaningful leisure and increase social connection.... This year’s yarn bombing sites are: - 17 trees in Liverpool Street decorated with yarn, snails, large Covid19 cells, rabbits and butterflies. - RHH’s 200th birthday sign in Campbell Street decorated with a knitted flower for everyone who has died as a result of COVID-19. - Mawson’s Hut dogs and sled. - Telstra building monument. - Albert Ogilvie statue on Parliament Lawns dressed in blue in honour of our healthcare workers. - Amundsen at IMAS in a colourful balaclava. - Marilyn in Salamanca in bright purple leggings. - Internal hospital garden decorated in knitted daffodils, butterflies and bees.
24.01.2022 More than 300 preterm babies at the Royal Hobart Hospital have benefited from donated breast milk to help them grow healthy and strong in the absence of their mother’s milk. The program started in Tasmania four years ago to improve the survival rates of preterm babies by helping them to grow stronger and healthier with breast milk instead of formula. Sourced from Brisbane, the pasteurised donor human milk is safe to use with strict donor screening and pre and post pasteurisa...tion testing of milk. Irene Tiang used donor milk for son Lewis who was born at 28 weeks. It took about two weeks for me to cover all his feeds and I was pleased my very tiny baby could have something safe and appropriate for his premmie tummy until my milk came in, Mrs Tiang said.
23.01.2022 COVID-safe behaviours protect lives. Reduce the risk by being aware of, and following current gathering, business and travel restrictions. Information and restrictions will continue to change as Tasmanians respond to the threat from COVID-19. We can all play a part in this by staying across the latest and making informed decisions for ourselves, our families and for the benefit of the broader community. ... Some restrictions will need to remain in place for the longer term. Understanding why we need them will make it easier to adapt. All the information you need to stay informed is available at: www.coronavirus.tas.gov.au
23.01.2022 If you're travelling to Tasmania, check out this post from Stay Healthy Stay Connected.
21.01.2022 UPDATE North West Regional Hospital visitor changes Hospital visiting hours are restricted to 2.30pm to 6.00pm daily. There are changes to the number of visitors allowed in certain wards, units and circumstances. Three major changes include:... Visiting hours are between 2.30pm to 6.00pm daily. Visitor numbers are restricted to two (2) visitors per patient, for a maximum of 1 hour. In some areas visitors are not permitted and this will be communicated to relatives of patients admitted to those areas. We encourage you to use other ways to communicate with patients, including phone calls, video chats and messages. All visitors will be screened before entry and you must be well to visit. Requests for exceptions to these guidelines, can be discussed with the hospital Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) or Associate NUM.
21.01.2022 The Tasmanian Public Sector Nursing and Midwifery Excellence Awards 2020 Event Update. These awards recognise Tasmanian nurses and midwives for the significant contribution they make to their professions, their teams and the community. Award finalists were released in May and winners will be announced at the celebratory event rescheduled to 13 November. ... Tickets sales are now open! Visit www.health.tas.gov.au//conferen/nmw_excellence_awards_2020 for more information.
18.01.2022 The East Devonport COVID-19 Testing Clinic has been closed due to high winds. The clinic is expected to reopen tomorrow (Tuesday 15 September) at 8:30am.
18.01.2022 Dr Scott McKeown, Deputy Director Public Health talks about staying at home if you are unwell. For more information visit www.coronavirus.tas.gov.au/COVID-safe
17.01.2022 Royal Hobart Hospital staff were excited today to see the progress of building works for the soon to be delivered Integrated Operations Centre (IOC) Hub. The IOC Hub will have integrated services and staff will work together to provide improved patient access and flow, support operational decision making and use up to date information to ensure people in Tasmania can access safe and timely care. The IOC Hub for the south is part of a system wide effort to improve patient access to care across the Tasmanian Health Service. We look forward to sharing more news over the coming weeks about the IOC Hub for the RHH!
16.01.2022 Public Health Services has continued to receive and review information about the coronavirus outbreak in South Australia. Extensive testing in South Australia over the past week has not detected any wider transmission occurring in the South Australian community during the week before 16 November. Accordingly, anyone who arrived in Tasmania before 5.30pm on 16 November, and who spent time in South Australia in the previous 14 days, will no longer be required to self-isolate ...except if they are waiting on a coronavirus test result or are experiencing symptoms. People who arrived in Tasmania from South Australia after 5.30pm on 16 November must remain in quarantine for 14 days from the day they arrived. If anyone experiences cold or flu-like symptoms, they should get tested for coronavirus. Testing can be arranged by contacting the Public Health Hotline on 1800 671 738. A significant amount of contact tracing and testing is proceeding in South Australia. Public Health Services will continue to review this situation and provide further advice in the coming days. For further information, visit https://coronavirus.tas.gov.au/
16.01.2022 Changes to Queensland Affected Regions Public Health Services has removed the three Queensland Local Government Areas that were identified two weeks ago as areas posing an increased risk of community transmission of coronavirus. From today, the City of Brisbane, City of Ipswich and Logan City are no longer recognised as Affected Regions.... These areas have been removed as the risk of community transmission in these LGA’s has reduced. People who have spent time in an Affected Region in the 14 days prior to arriving Tasmania are required to apply for approval to enter the state before travelling. If approved, they will be required to complete 14 days quarantine in government-designated accommodation upon arrival, unless exempt for home quarantine or recognised as an essential traveller with conditions applied. The removal of these LGAs will mean Tasmanian residents who have been in these regions and are currently in government-designated accommodation will be able to leave that accommodation but will be required to complete the remainder of their quarantine at their home. These people will be able to apply for their quarantine fee to be waived or reduced under specific criteria. If they arrived between 27 August and midnight on 3 September, their fee will be automatically waived in line with the seven-day period Tasmanians had to return home without being impacted by the affected regions declaration. Non-Tasmanian residents will complete their quarantine in government-designated accommodation.
15.01.2022 Congratulations to Suzanne who was honoured as the August DAISY Award recipient at Hospitals South. Suzanne is a registered midwife with the Midwifery Group Practice. She was nominated by a woman who she helped with the birth of her second child. Her nominator said, "Suzanne has many years of experience but is still very humble. She takes her work very seriously with full awareness that she is sharing some of the most pivotal moments in people’s lives. I feel privileged to... have shared the birth of my daughter with her." Congratulations Suzanne and thank you for all that you do! The DAISY award honours the extraordinary compassionate care nurses and midwives provide every day. If you’d like to nominate a nurse or midwife at THS South email [email protected] with their name and unit/ward, and why they deserve a DAISY award. The DAISY Awards will launch across Hospitals North and North West on 1 October. Look out for details in your local area!
14.01.2022 Check in with the people in your life and ask Are you OK? In these coronavirus times it has never been so important. Sometimes it can be hard to tell if someone is struggling, but it never hurts to ask! Not sure how to have the conversation? Listen, encourage and check in. Get started by visiting www.ruok.org.au/how-to-ask today. #RUOKDay
11.01.2022 COVID-safe behaviours protect lives. Reduce the risk by staying at home if you are unwell, and, always covering coughs and sneezes. Illness spreads when people who are sick don’t stay at home. Some tips to remember when you are sick: ... Stay at home. Don’t attend work or school. If you need something ask a family member or friend to pick it up for you this could be food shopping, pharmacy items or a book to read whilst recovering at home. Cough and/or sneeze into a tissue or your elbow and throw away used tissues straight away. Don’t forget to wash your hands afterwards. If you need medical advice or assistance call your GP or the Tasmanian Public Health Hotline. Call Triple Zero (000) if it is an emergency. It’s important to do the right thing when you are unwell. The community is counting on it. Visit: www.coronavirus.tas.gov.au/COVID-safe
10.01.2022 Dr Scott McKeown, Deputy Director Public Health talks about testing for COVID-19. For more information visit www.coronavirus.tas.gov.au/COVID-safe
10.01.2022 COVID Q&A with Dr Scott McKeown, Deputy Director Public Health Facemasks For more information visit www.coronavirus.tas.gov.au/COVID-safe
09.01.2022 COVID Q&A with Dr Scott McKeown, Deputy Director Public Health Is COVID-19 an old person’s disease? For more information visit www.coronavirus.tas.gov.au/COVID-safe
07.01.2022 Today is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women and signals the start of our 16 Days of Activism ‘Doing Nothing Does Harm’ campaign. ‘Doing Nothing Does Harm’ is designed to encourage people to act when they witness disrespectful or harmful behaviours, whether in a work setting, online or in public. Over the next 16 days we will be sharing key tips and ideas that represent small but important and practical steps we can all take to contribute to t...he prevention of family violence. In this video, Our Watch ambassador Tiffany Cherry talks about why it’s so important to do something in response to disrespect towards women. For more information, visit the Doing Nothing Does Harm campaign website https://www.doingnothingdoesharm.org.au/
06.01.2022 COVID-safe behaviours protect lives. Reduce the risk by getting tested for COVID-19 if you have any cold or flu-like symptoms. Detecting any new cases of COVID-19 early protects all Tasmanians from the spread of COVID-19. ... If you have a case of the sniffles (runny nose), have a sore or itchy throat, have a fever or are experiencing any shortness of breath it’s time to get tested for COVID-19. Whether you have just one symptom or a mix of symptoms, booking a test is an easy but really important step. Call the Public Health Hotline on 1800 671 738 and ask for a COVID-19 test. Find out more about testing at: www.coronavirus.tas.gov.au/keeping-your/testing-for-covid19
06.01.2022 COVID Q&A with Dr Scott McKeown, Deputy Director Public Health Should I get tested? For more information visit www.coronavirus.tas.gov.au/COVID-safe
04.01.2022 Congratulations to Royal Hobart Hospital nurse Tracy who has received the October DAISY Award for her extraordinary compassionate care. Tracy was nominated by a visitor who’d travelled from interstate during COVID-19 to visit her elderly mum. Tracy assisted the family during their visit, and her nominator said her help was invaluable. ... Congratulations, Tracy and thank you for all you do. The award honours the compassionate care nurses and midwives provide every day. If you wish to nominate a nurse or midwife at a public Tasmanian Health Service Hospitals South, email [email protected] with the nurse or midwife’s name, where they work and why you think they deserve an award.
03.01.2022 Changes to gym requirements Public Health Services has changed requirements applying to gyms under measures implemented to protect Tasmanians against coronavirus. From 17 September, premises used for sports, recreation, physical activity and wellness, including gyms, will not be required to be staffed at all times while they are open. ... As an additional public health measure, gyms will be included in WorkSafe Tasmania’s inspection processes to ensure businesses are adhering to public health requirements. These changes underline the importance placed on gym operators taking the necessary measures to protect their patrons and staff by ensuring their COVID19 Safety Plans are in place. To support gyms to meet safety standards, Public Health Services has written to gym owners and operators to advise them of sport and recreation COVID-safe workplace guidelines and COVID-safe information which have been developed by Worksafe Tasmania in discussion with industry body Fitness Australia and individual gym owners. All business open to the public including gyms are expected to meet current COVID-safe standards and Public Health restrictions to ensure the protection of their patrons, staff and the broader community. We understand that current restrictions pose challenges for business and the broader community, but they are important to continue to protect Tasmania against any spread of coronavirus, as long as the threat of the virus remains.
02.01.2022 Dr Scott McKeown, Deputy Director Public Health talks about staying informed. For more information visit www.coronavirus.tas.gov.au
02.01.2022 **UPDATE: The East Devonport COVID-19 clinic will re-open today (28 August) at 12pm. Due to high winds overnight, the East Devonport COVID-19 testing clinic will not open at 8:30am this morning. Further updates will be provided when available.
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