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Harnessing the power of health data

How one general practice is improving community health through smart systems  For many general practices, keeping up with patient care while managing administrative demands is a constant challenge.   But for Port Sorell Medical Centre’s practice manager, Noleen Davey, harnessing the power of data has become a game-changer—not just for the practice, but for the entire…

Community in profile: Burnie 

Geography  Spans 600 square kilometres in north-west Tasmania, with urban and rural areas  Towns and suburbs include Burnie, Acton, Emu Valley, Wivenhoe and Ocean Vista  Population  19,918 people live in the Burnie municipality  Median age is 40 years (state average is 42)  Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people make up 9% of the population (5%…

DATA PROFILE – Mental health 

Mental health in Tasmania  Mental health affects how we think, feel, behave and interact with others – and just like physical health, it varies over time and across our lives. But while many people will experience a mental health condition at some point, stigma and lack of access can make it hard to ask for…

Culturally competent care through connection 

How two general practices are breaking barriers and enhancing health care for Tasmanian multicultural communities.  In Tasmania, the importance of providing health care that respects and understands the cultural diversity of its residents is becoming more apparent.   With an increasing number of residents who were born overseas and speak languages other than English at home,…

Sweaty Bettys: Bruny women get stronger together 

How one group of island women is inspiring a new model for exercise groups across Tasmania.  Bruny Island, located off the southern coast of Tasmania, is well known for its picturesque landscapes, gourmet local produce, and being the perfect destination for a tranquil weekend away.   The Bruny lifestyle offers the serene D’Entrecasteaux Channel, the wild…

Alcohol goggles and flashing lights – navigating addiction in Tasmania  

How Anglicare is helping northern Tasmania’s Nepalese community members make informed choices in their new home.   In their new home of Launceston, the Nepalese community faces stark cultural differences, including Australian attitudes towards drinking and the dazzling yet dark world of gambling.   With the gambling industry’s sophisticated design aimed at maximising addiction, and openness towards…