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Rocherlea Industrial Area lead exposure event
Recent testing in the Rocherlea Industrial area has found lead in the dust in the local environment. While there is no evidence of harm to the community, this has prompted further testing by the Environment Protection Authority (EPA), to determine the extent of environmental contamination and any actions required to keep the community safe.
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Tassie winter and vitamin D
With the days colder and the day light hours short, older people may be at risk of vitamin D deficiency.
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Inclusive meals
Diversity and inclusion are essential for our community to age well. In this blog, we share our tips on how you can make your meals more inclusive.
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The power of protein foods
As we get older, protein is essential to maintain a good quality of life. In this blog we share a high protein vegetarian recipe.
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Tasmanian community urged to be on alert for recalled poppy seed
Several brands and products of poppy seeds have been recalled nationally, with consumers advised not to eat affected products.
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Confirmed case of measles in Launceston
Public Health has confirmed a case of measles was diagnosed in Launceston on 22 February 2023.
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Update 1 – Premier of Tasmania
February update on the progress being made to improve the safety of children and young people in our health settings.
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COVID-19 Primary Care alert from the Director of Public Health
A COVID-19 Primary Care alert from the Deputy Director of Public Health.
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Alert from the Director of Public Health for Residential Aged Care providers
An alert from the Director of Public Health (Tasmania) for Residential Aged Care providers.
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Alert from the Director of Public Health for disability residential settings
An alert from the Deputy Director of Public Health for Disability Residential Settings
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Alert: Food Recall - Poppy Seeds
Several brands and products of poppy seeds have been recalled nationally, with consumers advised not to eat affected products.
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Alert: Severe reactions after consuming drinks made from poppy seeds
Danger: Do not consume large amounts of raw poppy seeds such as home-made poppy seed tea.
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Alert from the State Health Commander for Post COVID-19 Syndrome Navigation Service
An update from the State Health Commander for Post COVID-19 Syndrome Navigation Service.
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“I have type 2 diabetes. What should I eat?”
It’s a common myth that people who have type 2 diabetes need to eat a special diet. This World Diabetes Day, we break down the ‘diabetes diet’ myth.
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R U OK? Asking important questions this week and beyond
September 9th is R U OK? Day. This annual event aims to put a spotlight on mental health and encourages us to talk about hard things.
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National Stroke Week 2nd-8th August 2021
During National Stroke Week (2nd-8th August 2021) we are taking a look at how nutrition can help reduce the risk of stroke.
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Super-charged soups
Soup is a great option when it’s cold and grey outside. Here, we give some ideas on how to make a soup meal as nourishing as possible.