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Tasmanian Department of Health and Human Services

The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) supports the executive and statutory roles of the Tasmanian Minister for Health, Minister for Children and Minister for Human Services, as well as monitoring the performance of the Tasmanian public health system, through the services delivered by the three Tasmanian Health Organisations.

Vision

High quality, safe services for the people of Tasmania when they need them, so they can live well and live longer.

Mission

To design and implement a sustainable, people-focused health and human services system which supports individuals and communities to be active partners in the management of their own health and wellbeing.

Services

DHHS is the largest of all the Tasmanian State Government agencies. They are responsible for managing and delivering integrated services that maintain and improve the health and wellbeing of Tasmanians and the Tasmanian community as a whole.

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This information was originally published on healthdirect - Tasmanian Department of Health and Human Services.

Last reviewed: September 2024

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Healthy Kids | Tasmanian Department of Health

Giving children a healthy start sets them up for life! Find key information about eating and physical activity for raising healthy Tasmanian kids.

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Healthy Kids | Tasmanian Department of Health

Giving children a healthy start sets them up for life! Find key information about eating and physical activity for raising healthy Tasmanian kids.

Read more on Tasmanian Department of Health and Human Services website

Healthy Kids | Tasmanian Department of Health

Giving children a healthy start sets them up for life! Find key information about eating and physical activity for raising healthy Tasmanian kids.

Read more on Tasmanian Department of Health and Human Services website

Healthy Kids | Tasmanian Department of Health

Giving children a healthy start sets them up for life! Find key information about eating and physical activity for raising healthy Tasmanian kids.

Read more on Tasmanian Department of Health and Human Services website

Healthy Kids | Tasmanian Department of Health

Giving children a healthy start sets them up for life! Find key information about eating and physical activity for raising healthy Tasmanian kids.

Read more on Tasmanian Department of Health and Human Services website

Healthy Kids | Tasmanian Department of Health

Giving children a healthy start sets them up for life! Find key information about eating and physical activity for raising healthy Tasmanian kids.

Read more on Tasmanian Department of Health and Human Services website

Ageing and aged care | Tasmanian Department of Health

Find information about ageing and aged care services in Tasmania.

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Dental health | Tasmanian Department of Health

Learn all about dental health for babies, children and adults including how to care for your mouth, teeth and gums and how to book an appointment in Tasmania.

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Dental health for children | Tasmanian Department of Health

Learn about dental health for babies, children and teenager including how to take care of their mouth, teeth and gums and where to see a dentist in Tasmania.

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Eyes and vision (Ophthalmology) | Tasmanian Department of Health

Find information about eye health services in Tasmania, eye health professionals, and common eye disorders.

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