West Tamar Health in Riverside, Tasmania | Medical centre

West Tamar Health

Locality: Riverside, Tasmania

Phone: +61 3 6327 2947

Address: 1 Windsor Drive 7250 Riverside, TAS, Australia

Website: http://www.westtamarhealth.com.au

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24.01.2022 Our government flu vaccines have arrived The free government vaccines are ONLY for patients who are: Over 65 have a chronic disease ... identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander are pregnant or aged between 6 months and 5 years You are required to have a booked appointment. Our clinics will be held in the gymnasium (Indoor Training Centre) in the West Tamar Precinct. Go straight through the roundabout and park on the left towards the back. You will see part of the building that is red in colour. On this building there will be signs to direct you to the double glass doors. See attached photos and video in the comments. There will be a receptionist on duty at the gym to check you in. If you cannot find where you are to go please phone our reception for instructions on 6327 2947. Please be aware that you will be asked a series of triage questions when booking your appointment and on your arrival. Please do not attend the clinic if you are unwell. We ask that you attend your appointment at your allocated time. If you arrive early please wait in your car until your appointment time. These measures are to ensure that we maintain social distancing. This is to keep everyone safe in the current COVID-19 Pandemic. For clinic times and appointment bookings please phone reception on 6327 2947. Our phones are running hot so please be patient with us if you are unable to get through. Thank you

23.01.2022 Please drive safely

21.01.2022 https://www.coronavirus.tas.gov.au/kee/testing-for-covid19

21.01.2022 Our second shipment of government flu vaccines has arrived The free government vaccines are ONLY for patients who are: Over 65... have a chronic disease identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander are pregnant or aged between 6 months and 5 years You are required to have a booked appointment. Our clinics will be held in the gymnasium (Indoor Training Centre) in the West Tamar Precinct. Go straight through the roundabout and park on the left towards the back. You will see part of the building that is red in colour. On this building there will be signs to direct you to the double glass doors. There will be a receptionist on duty at the gym to check you in. If you cannot find where you are to go please phone our reception for instructions on 6327 2947. Please be aware that you will be asked a series of triage questions when booking your appointment and on your arrival. Please do not attend the clinic if you are unwell. We ask that you attend your appointment at your allocated time. If you arrive early please wait in your car until your appointment time. These measures are to ensure that we maintain social distancing. This is to keep everyone safe in the current COVID-19 Pandemic. For clinic times and appointment bookings please phone reception on 6327 2947. Our phones are running hot so please be patient with us if you are unable to get through. Please be aware that we are delivering these as quickly, efficiently and safely as possible given the current restrictions. Your patience is appreciated. Please be kind to our staff. Thank you

21.01.2022 Phone consultations Pre-booked PHONE consultations are now available via the HotDoc app or by calling reception. On the HotDoc app please select your regular GP ONLY or your appointment may be cancelled. All other appointments have been disabled on HotDoc and we request that patients call reception for all other appointment enquires. ... We kindly ask that patients do not arrive at the practice without an appointment. If you require a face to face consultation with your doctor we ask that you phone the practice. Thank you West Tamar Health

19.01.2022 Happy International Nurses Day And an extra special thank you to our nurses at West Tamar Health

19.01.2022 A new Northern Cancer Service website has launched for cancer patients, their families and health care professionals. The website is designed to offer additiona...l access to information and support for patients and families of the Northern Cancer Service. The Northern Cancer Service provides integrated and comprehensive cancer care at the W.P Holman Clinic Launceston, the North West Cancer Centre Burnie, and the Mersey Day Oncology Medical Unit Latrobe. The website has information about the types of cancer treatment and services provided at the Northern Cancer Service and information for health care professionals. There is practical information for people coming to treatment, along with resources to help support people living with cancer in Northern Tasmania. For more information visit the website https://www.health.tas.gov.au/northerncancerservice

19.01.2022 Have you put off or missed any medical appointments during isolation? Do you have symptoms youve been ignoring? Now, more than ever, its important to keep you...r health and wellbeing on track. Your GP and health services are still there for you, with safe ways of getting care - even at a time like this. You may be able to have a phone or video appointment, or even have your medicines delivered. So phone your GP or health service to find out how to keep your health on track.

19.01.2022 School's back!! On Monday, Tassie kids will be heading back to school. So please slow down around school zones. Schools are implementing different drop off and pick up zones which our children and our parents will need to get use to. So be patient and slow down

17.01.2022 If anyone has been to these locations please check for symptoms.

17.01.2022 Exciting News! We're re-opening from tomorrow. Social distancing applies

17.01.2022 There is a lot of concern in the community regarding the urgency of flu immunisations. At this time there is minimal influenza activity in Tasmania. Social distancing means that the flu should not be spreading as readily as in other years. We understand that everyone would like to receive their flu immunisation as soon as possible. We have set up specific flu clinics to provide this service and maintain social distancing. Please remember that we are supplied with limited numb...ers of vaccines, there are delays in receiving them from Victoria and we have a finite number of staff. It is not helpful if our hardworking staff who put themselves at risk everyday are abused for situations out of their control. Please remember that no one deserves a serve. Any negative comments will be removed from our Facebook page. We will continue to provide all of our valued patients with quality medical care. We thank our patients who have been understanding and supportive during this difficult time.

16.01.2022 Saturday morning surgery Due to COVID-19 Pandemic please be advised that we are no longer consulting on Saturday mornings until further notice. We apologise for the inconvenience this will cause to some of our patients. If you require urgent medical care or advice outside of our surgery hours please call Health Direct on 1800 022 222 ... Thank you

16.01.2022 Do I really need to get my family tested every time one of us has a runny nose this winter? https://www.abc.net.au//when-to-get-a-coronavirus/12388326

16.01.2022 Found Some keys were found at yesterdays flu clinic. If you are missing some keys please call reception with a description. Thank you

15.01.2022 Flu Vaccines Just a little update on the government flu vaccines. The vaccines have been ordered but they have NOT arrived. We have heard that some practices have received theirs, we werent one of those lucky practices. We kindly ask for your patience. To save our patients ringing in daily to check it will be posted directly on this Facebook page. ... Thank you

14.01.2022 Hi Everyone Windsor Café is in hibernation until further notice due to the implications of COVID-19. Thank you everyone for your support and understanding durin...g this time of uncertainty. Future updates will be uploaded to this page. Love to all Luigi

13.01.2022 June is Bowel Cancer Awareness Month! An initiative from Bowel Cancer Australia dedicated to raising awareness and funds towards prevention, diagnosis, researc...h, and treatment for bowel cancer! Did you know? Bowel cancer is Australias second deadliest cancer Over 15,000 Australians are diagnosed every year Almost 99% of cases can be successfully treated if found early Make a commitment to your health this month by completing a bowel screening test! Are you aged 50-74? You will receive a tax-payer funded screening test in the mail from the National Bowel Cancer Screening Program. https://bit.ly/3gN4WoL Not aged 50-74 but would still like a testing kit? Come in and talk to one of our pharmacists about getting a bowel screening kit Find out ways you can support this organisation at https://www.bowelcanceraustralia.org

12.01.2022 Although we miss Dr Sue Mallett working with us at West Tamar Health she is doing wonderful things over at the Launceston Womens Health Clinic

12.01.2022 Our Customer Service areas have this week reopened to the public in Beaconsfield, Riverside and Windsor, with new opening hours of 8:30 am - 4:45 pm, Monday to ...Friday. Please adhere to all signage and floor markings, and use the sanitisers provided. Where possible, please continue to submit all enquiries via phone or email here: www.wtc.tas.gov.au/Home/Contact-Us Our Development Services Counter and Exeter Depot remain closed.

11.01.2022 https://www.theage.com.au//crying-on-the-phone-flu-shot-sh

11.01.2022 Flu vaccine booking update All our appointments for our second round of flu clinics are now full. Our third order has been placed, as soon as it arrives it will be posted on Facebook. We will start taking bookings for flu clinic appointments when they arrive. ... Thank you all for your support

11.01.2022 As COVID-19 has started to impact on the way we consult with our patients there are a few changes that we would like to make our patients aware of: 1. The safety of our staff and patients will ALWAYS be our number one priority 2. We ask that patients allow 3 days for prescription requests ... 3. If you need to collect scripts/paperwork from the practice please DO NOT ENTER the building if you have recently travelled from overseas or mainland Australia in the last 14 days OR if you have any flu like symptoms. Instead please phone reception on 6327 2947 to arrange collection. 4. When phoning the practice you will be asked a number of triage questions, we appreciate your co-operation while we go through these with you. Reception may put you through to the nurse for further triage. 5. Pre-booked PHONE consultations are now available via the HotDoc app. Please select your regular GP ONLY for these consultations or your appointment may be cancelled. All other appointments have been disabled on HotDoc and we request that patients call reception for all other appointment enquires. All phone consultations will be bulk billed. We kindly ask that patients do not arrive at the practice without an appointment. ALL patients should phone for appointments or book online for a PHONE consultation We ask for your support and understanding during these difficult times. Thank you The Team at West Tamar Health Please share with your family and friends

10.01.2022 Flu vaccine booking update All our appointments for the flu clinics are now full. Our second order has been placed, as soon as it arrives it will be posted on Facebook. We will not take any further bookings for flu clinics as we can never be certain of the arrival date. The last order took two weeks to arrive, we are hopeful that our next order will not take this long. ... Our entire team at West Tamar Health has done an amazing job over the last few weeks, they have had to adapt to many changes quickly and we appreciate the understanding and kindness our patients have shown towards our wonderful staff. Thank you all for your support

10.01.2022 COVID-19 IMPORTANT PATIENT INFORMATION Patient attendance at West Tamar Health It is important that you tell us of all your symptoms and travel movements before you enter the practice, this is so that we can be prepared for your visit. ... It is important that our patients and staff are not compromised so that we can continue to provide care to all our patients. This is why it is very important that you tell us prior to your arrival when you call to make an appointment IF you are experiencing any of the following symptoms: fever, shortness of breath, cough Sore throat Tiredness ALSO TELL US IF YOU HAVE COME BACK FROM OVERSEAS OR FROM THE MAINLAND. West Tamar Health is not a testing facility for COVID-19 however we can refer patients that meet the criteria. This criteria is not negotiable. If you have been diagnosed with COVID-19 or you have been required to isolate in quarantine then a phone consultation may be arranged for you. A phone consultation may also be arranged for you if you do not want to attend the practice and meet the following criteria: you are over the age of 70 or over the age of 50 and are of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent or a person under treatment for a chronic health condition or who are immune compromised or are pregnant or are a parent of a child under 12 months You may also choose a private telephone consult (no Medicare rebate) Please phone reception on 6327 2947 to discuss REMEMBER, if we get infected our ability to provide medical services to our patients at this critical time will be diminished or even cease.

07.01.2022 UPDATE 4pm: All roads are now clear, please drive to the conditions. Ice has been reported on the descent of Rowsphorn Road to Pomona Road, and Glencoe Avenue i...n Trevallyn, and Atkinsons Road, Grindelwald. Trees have been reported on the following roads: - Reatta Road, Trevallyn - New World Avenue, Trevallyn - Ecclestone Road, Riverside - Waldhorn Drive, Grindelwald - the intersection of Long Plains Road and Bridgenorth Road, Bridgenorth - Danbury Drive, Legana - Muddy Creek Road, Legana - West Tamar Road near Kero's Fish Shop, Riverside - West Tamar Highway near Tamar Island, Legana - Rosevears Dive near Strathlyn Vineyard Please drive with caution!

06.01.2022 The Tasmanian Burns Unit has seen a significant increase in burns relating to hot water bottles and strongly recommend that Tasmanians use other ways to keep wa...rm this winter. These burns can often be deep, painful and require surgery as well as long term management for scaring. If you choose to use a hot water bottle, please follow these safety tips: Never use boiling water to fill a hot water bottle Never fill the hot water bottle near children Do not use with a bed fitted with an electric blanket Do not lean, roll or press against a hot water bottle Do not use for infants, children, older adults or if you have any sensory or nerve conditions Always: Replace hot water bottles every 12 months Check for damage before use Choose a hot water bottle with a large opening Pour water slowly and do not overfill Ensure the plug is fitted and sealed correctly Use a cover or a towel around the bottle Remove the hot water bottle before getting into bed Store in a cool dry location If you do get a burn run it for 20 minutes under cool running water, stay warm and seek medical attention.

06.01.2022 So very pleased to see BreastScreen Tasmania resume services today in the Launceston and Hobart clinics as well as the mobile clinic in Exeter. I know there are... many women who have been impacted by the suspension of services due to coronavirus, and I thank them for their understanding. BreastScreen Tasmania is now in the process of rescheduling appointments and screening reminders for women who are either due or overdue. To find our more visit https://www.dhhs.tas.gov.au//service/breastscreen_tasmania See more

05.01.2022 A few of our wonderful nurses

05.01.2022 *Update* We are back up and running! Due to technical issues our phone system and internet is currently down. ... Our IT and Telecommunications Technician are working hard to resolve the problem. We apologise for the inconvenience.

04.01.2022 Our third shipment of government flu vaccines have arrived. Please note the we have only been supplied with very limited stock. The free government vaccines are ONLY for patients who are: Over 65... have a chronic disease identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander are pregnant or aged between 6 months and 5 years You are required to have a booked appointment. Our clinics will be held in the gymnasium (Indoor Training Centre) in the West Tamar Precinct. Go straight through the roundabout and park on the left towards the back. You will see part of the building that is red in colour. On this building there will be signs to direct you to the double glass doors. There will be a receptionist on duty at the gym to check you in. If you cannot find where you are to go please phone our reception for instructions on 6327 2947. Please be aware that you will be asked a series of triage questions when booking your appointment and on your arrival. Please do not attend the clinic if you are unwell. We ask that you attend your appointment at your allocated time. If you arrive early please wait in your car until your appointment time. These measures are to ensure that we maintain social distancing. This is to keep everyone safe in the current COVID-19 Pandemic. For clinic times and appointment bookings please phone reception on 6327 2947. Our phones are running hot so please be patient with us if you are unable to get through. Please be aware that we are delivering these as quickly, efficiently and safely as possible given the current restrictions. Your patience is appreciated. Please be kind to our staff. Thank you

03.01.2022 Flu vaccines Please be aware that our government funded flu vaccines have NOT arrived. We realise this was advertised on the news however we are not expecting them until mid-April. We do have PRIVATE stock available to patients of this practice. The private vaccines are for those under 65 and over 5 years of age. These are $20 each. Please note if you are over 65 then you NEED to have the government funded one when it arrives and will not be able to purchase the private stock.... When you phone for PRIVATE stock please ask to speak with Tenneile Thank you

03.01.2022 Coronavirus update - 3 April Since 6pm last night, Tasmania has confirmed six cases of coronavirus. This brings the States tally to 80.... Five of the cases are women, one is a man. Two are from Southern Tasmania, two are from Northern Tasmania, and two are from the North West. Two are aged in their 20s, one is in their 30s, one is in their 50s, one is in their 60s and one is in their 70s. Further information about the cases will be released later. The situation with coronavirus is changing regularly. People can stay up to date by visiting the Department of Health coronavirus website www.coronavirus.tas.gov.au or the Australian Government Department of Health website at www.health.gov.au.

01.01.2022 Its important people ONLY contact the Public Health hotline if: They are unwell and have recently travelled overseas or had contact with someone who has coro...navirus. They are a GP or other health professional seeking information or advice about a suspected case of coronavirus. They are a health care worker with symptoms, seeking information for themselves. People should NOT call the Public Health Hotline for general inquiries about coronavirus. For information about coronavirus, see the FAQs at https://bit.ly/2wW1JR8 See more