St.LukesHealth in Launceston, Tasmania | Medical and health

St.LukesHealth

Locality: Launceston, Tasmania

Phone: +61 1300 651 988

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25.01.2022 Health is at the heart of the community for Launceston GP and St.LukesHealth director Jerome Muir Wilson. As part of Pulse of Tasmania, Dr Muir Wilson shares how his business - Launceston Medical Centre - adapted to the challenges brought upon by COVID-19. To read the story, check out The Pulse: https://bit.ly/3jIiQZz

24.01.2022 With St.LukesHealth Connect, check your details at a time and place that suits you. To access, simply visit https://connect.stlukes.com.au or download the app from either the App Store or Google Play.

22.01.2022 We are currently experiencing some technical difficulties with our Claiming App while we migrate to our new member platform St.LukesHealth Connect. Thank you for your patience.

22.01.2022 Did you know that hypertension, or higher than normal blood pressure, can not only shorten your life expectancy but also increase your risk of dementia as you get older? Find out more: https://bit.ly/2yZST6c

22.01.2022 You still have a few more days to sign up to the St.LukesHealth 10km family ride. Visit the Tamar Valley Cycling Challenge website to find out more!

22.01.2022 We cant wait for you to visit our refurbished Devonport Customer Care Centre. We are now open at 26 Rooke Street. See you soon.

21.01.2022 Healthy Bones Action Week (August 17-23) calls on Australians to protect their bones with three simple actions. To test your bone health knowledge, visit https://www.dairy.com.au/health/health-professionals/quiz

21.01.2022 Today is R U OK Day. With 2020 being a challenging year for all Australians, the theme for this years day is "theres more to say after R U OK?" SPEAK UP Stay ChatTYs Mitch McPherson and Relationships Australia-Tasmania CEO Michael Kelly explain why more than ever we need to work together to prevent suicide. To read the story: https://bit.ly/3jWjt23

21.01.2022 There are many symptoms that could be masking your asthma. Did you know that 2.7 million Australians have asthma, with 80 per cent of these people suffering from hay fever too? Its time to take a breather this asthma week. As part of Asthma Australia Asthma Week - September 1-7 - why not find out ways to better control and manage your asthma care. Visit www.asthma.org.au

20.01.2022 Dr Warrick Bishop shares an inspiring story on how organ transplants can have a positive domino effect for patients and their loved ones. If you want to find out more about this topic, listen to the full podcast at - https://healthyheartnetwork.com/p/podcasts/ep26-transplants

20.01.2022 If being run for people and not for profits matters to you, then join St.LukesHealth, a Members Health Fund. Find out more - https://stlukes.com.au/Members-Health-Fund-Alliance.aspx

19.01.2022 Can a pacemaker treat atrial fibrillation? Pacemakers are generally used to speed up the heart when it is going too slow while those with atrial fibrillation have a racing heart. Cardiologist Dr Warrick Bishop explains.

18.01.2022 Over 3 million Australians have already chosen a Members Health Fund. Did you know that St.LukesHealth is a Members Health Fund? Find out more at https://stlukes.com.au/Members-Health-Fund-Alliance.aspx

18.01.2022 Today is Red Nose Day - a day to get silly for a serious cause. Since 1988, Red Nose has helped to save more than 10,000 babies and children from unexpected death. Red Nose chairman Craig Heatley shares his story about the importance of the Red Nose mission: https://rednoseday.org.au/craigs-story/

17.01.2022 Can I see what I have previously claimed for on my insurance? You can with St.LukesHealth Connect! To access, simply visit connect.stlukes.com.au or download the app from either the App Store or Google Play.

17.01.2022 Is it time to rethink child and adolescent health? "Adolescents could be easily reached through digital health platforms as they seldom access traditional health services". With Snug, your teen can proactively engage with their health just by using their mobile phone. To read The Lancet study, visit https://bit.ly/38CdET4

15.01.2022 A cancer diagnosis is a challenging and emotional time. Thanks to generous Australians, more than $60 million is invested each year into early detection, prevention and treatment of cancer. Today is Daffodil Day, a Cancer Council appeal to raise money for life-saving research. To donate, visit www.daffodilday.com.au

14.01.2022 The pandemic has created anxiety of a different kind for new parents. Parents are concerned how their babies will cope with changes to socialisation as a result of COVID-19, with babies and toddles becoming clingy and showing signs on separation anxiety. Summer Gwynne explains: https://bit.ly/3aRgjcs

14.01.2022 We are pleased to offer our members exclusive access to the Nourish Baby Program. The program helps parents enjoy a healthy pregnancy, have a positive labour and birth experience and sets you up for early parenting success. To register for the program, you must: Be covered by a St.LukesHealth Hospital Product with pregnancy and obstetrics-related services; and Provide documentation from your obstetrician or GP that you are pregnant, including your due date.... For more information about the program, call our Customer Care Team on 1300 651 988 or email [email protected] See more

13.01.2022 Who is in your Circle of Care? Snug is a free mobile app for St.LukesHealth members that makes it easy to put you and your family at the centre of your healthcare by conveniently collecting all your medical history and fitness data in one secure app. Your Circle of Care is a modern approach that allows you to manage the health information for your loved ones, allowing you access to all the necessary health information in one easy place. For more information, visit https://www.stlukes.com.au/snug.aspx

13.01.2022 How can you keep track of yours and your familys immunisations? Its easy with Snug

13.01.2022 Weve received some lovely feedback from North-West Thunder basketball player Mason Bragg about his recent dealings with St.LukesHealth. Thank you - were so pleased to be able to assist you in your health journey. Check it out here: https://bit.ly/31sKB21

12.01.2022 Mental health clinician Caroline Thain runs through some practical and easy tips on how to manage stress in isolation as part of the Mentally Well webinar series, produced by Healthy Tasmania and The Starting Point Neighbourhood House.

11.01.2022 Did you know Snug can help you mange your familys health? Simply enter your membership number to get full access to all of Snugs features. For more information, visit snughealth.com.au

11.01.2022 Referrals, doctors letter, immunisation schedules, pathology reports, first aid action plans...the list goes on! So much health information to keep track of for your family! Download and use the Snug health app to organise your familys medical needs at the touch of your fingertip. For more information, visit www.snughealth.com.au

10.01.2022 Switching health insurers is simple! We do all the heavy lifting for you and remove the confusion. For more information on how we can help you, call 1300 651 988 or visit www.stlukes.com.au

10.01.2022 Weight around the tummy... it could be an early sign of metabolic syndrome. Dr Warrick Bishop explains how he assesses his patients blood sugar levels. If you want to find out more about this topic, listen to the full podcast at - https://healthyheartnetwork.com//ep27-blood-sugar-and-test

10.01.2022 Want all your health information in one place? You can with Snug! Snug connects all your medical history, family health and fitness stats in one simple location. Best of all, it's free for members! To find out more, visit https://www.snughealth.com.au

09.01.2022 Did you know you can add a dependant to your policy by using St.LukesHealth Connect? To access, simply visit connect.stlukes.com.au or download the app from either the App Store or Google Play.

08.01.2022 Are you covered to visit the dentist? Find out on the go with St.LukesHealth Connect. To access, simply visit connect.stlukes.com.au or download the app from either the App Store or Google Play.

07.01.2022 St.LukesHealth is a Members Health Fund and is run for people, not for profits. Over three million Australians have joined a Members Health Fund and you can too.

07.01.2022 How do you know if you are pregnant? Missing your period is often the first sign, however there are other signs you should be aware of. Dr Sue Mallett, of the Launceston Women's Health Clinic, explains more.

07.01.2022 Weve launched St.LukesHealth Connect to make sure you can stay up to date with all your health insurance information. To access, simply visit https://connect.stlukes.com.au or download the app from either the App Store or Google Play.

06.01.2022 There is a cloud with a silver lining for those taking anticoagulation medication. While blood thinners can increase your risk of bleeding, if you were to have an internal bleed or blood in your stools, health professionals are more likely to pick up those presenting with early signs of cancer. Dr Warrick Bishop explains. If you want to find out more about this topic, listen to the full podcast at - https://healthyheartnetwork.com//ep28-unexpected-positive-

06.01.2022 About 1.2 million Australians live with communication problems, a largely invisible disability, that impacts on their daily lives. The theme for Speech Pathology Week (August 23-29) is Communicating with Confidence. For tips for successful communication, see below.

06.01.2022 Manage your diabetes with the Snug Health App - free to St.LukesHealth members. Connect your digital blood glucose device Record and monitor your blood glucose levels Email your doctor or your family your latest blood glucose readings Send an SMS notification to your emergency contact when your recorded blood glucose readings are low... Record your hbA1c levels Complete your Type 2 diabetes risk calculator Journal your blood glucose and keep track of low and high blood glucose events as they happen, so you can communicate your diabetic event easily with your health professional. For more information, visit https://snughealth.com.au/ See more

05.01.2022 Is there an easy way to check youre up to date with payments after business hours? There certainly is with St.LukesHealth Connect. To access, simply visit connect.stlukes.com.au or download the app from either the App Store or Google Play.

05.01.2022 St.LukesHealth is a Members Health Fund and is run for its members, not shareholders or investors. Find out more - https://stlukes.com.au/Members-Health-Fund-Alliance.aspx

03.01.2022 Today is the start of Womens Health Week - a nationwide initiative centred on improving womens health and helping individuals make healthier choices. With the stress COVID-19 has placed on everyones lives, it is more important than ever to look after your own health and well-being. Take the time to check in on your health. For more information, visit womenshealthweek.com.au

02.01.2022 "EP of AF" - it sounds like a different language! So what is it? Electrophysiologist Ablation of Atrial Fibrillation is a procedure used to treat an irregular heart rhythm, which works by scarring or destroying tissue in your heart to disrupt faulty electrical signals. Cardiologist Dr Warrick Bishop explains.

01.01.2022 Want to know how long the waiting period is for pregnancy services? Check online with St.LukesHealth Connect. To access, simply visit connect.stlukes.com.au or download the app from either the App Store or Google Play.