Tremaur Medical Centre

30/01/2026

We have Dr Cassidy at the practice next week from Monday 2nd to Thursday 5th January👨‍⚕️

If you are needing to see Dr Cassidy, Dr Luttrell, Dr Smallwood, Dr Singh or Dr Aras, don't forget to book your appointment using Health Engine (online booking) or phoning the practice on 03 6331 1055. 📲☎️

28/01/2026

For families managing asthma, Term 1 can get tough with the spike in asthma flare-ups often seen during the first weeks of school. 📚

🩺 Now is a good time to see your child’s GP to check your child’s asthma action plan is up-to-date.

📑 An asthma action plan lists your child’s usual medicines and doses, how to recognise symptoms of an asthma attack, and advice on what to do if symptoms get worse.

Follow the asthma action plan if your child develops symptoms such as wheezing, coughing, feeling breathless (even while resting) and a tightness in the chest.

If their symptoms get worse or they have difficulty breathing, seek medical help.

Ensure your child can recognise their asthma symptoms and is comfortable asking for help at school.

🔗 For more information about asthma symptoms, treatment and management, please visit: www.health.tas.gov.au/health-topics/child-and-youth-health/childrens-health-services-paediatrics/asthma-children

27/01/2026

With January being Glaucoma Awareness Month we want to ensure you are doing everything possible to look after your eyes 👀.

Some symptoms of Glaucoma are but not limited too:
* Hazy and Blurred Vision
* Severe pain around your eyes and head
* Eye Redness
* Nausea or vomiting

If you think you have one or more of these symptoms, please contact the practice to book an appointment with your GP.

27/01/2026

Infant Formula - Food Recall Alert🚨

19/01/2026

Office Closed : Monday 26th January 2026 for Australia Day.

15/01/2026

Primary Health Update:
Food Standards Australia New Zealand has issued a recall for specific batches of a specialised hypoallergenic infant formula product (Nestle Alfamino Infant Formula 0–12 months) due to potential bacterial toxin contamination.

The product was available both over the counter and on prescription in pharmacies and online.

Click here for more information.

The recall is due to the potential presence of toxin (cereulide) contamination | Nationally and online

15/01/2026

Some mosquitoes in Tasmania carry viruses that can make people sick.

You can protect yourself and your family by taking steps to avoid being bitten: 👇

• Wear loose-fitting, light-coloured clothing that covers as much of your body as possible - mosquitoes can bite through tight-fitting clothing.

• Take extra care during times of increased mosquito activity, particularly at dawn and dusk.

• Use insect repellents containing DEET (Diethyl toluamide), picaridin or oil of lemon eucalyptus on exposed skin. Apply sunscreen first, then repellent.

• Put insect screens on windows and doors. If using insect screens is not possible, use a mosquito net.

• Empty out any containers collecting water around your home where mosquitoes might lay their eggs, to stop mosquitoes breeding nearby.

• Use fly sprays and plug-in repellent devices indoors.

• Use mosquito coils in outdoor areas where you gather to sit or eat.

• If you are travelling, be aware of any mosquito-borne illnesses in other areas of Australia and overseas. Check local health advice and consider getting travel vaccines if recommended.

🔗 For more information, please visit www.health.tas.gov.au/mosquito-borne-diseases

15/01/2026

Some ticks in Tasmania carry bacteria that can make people very sick.

Ticks can also cause allergies and anaphylaxis.

There are simple steps you can take to protect yourself and your family from tick bites:

👉 Wear loose-fitting, light-coloured clothing that covers as much of your body as possible. Light colours help you spot ticks before they attach. Tuck your shirt into your pants and your pants into your socks.

👉 Use approved insect repellents containing DEET (Diethyl toluamide), picaridin or Oil of Lemon Eucalyptus (OLE) on exposed skin. Follow the directions on the label.

👉 Treat your clothing and gear with the insecticide permethrin.

👉 Check your skin for ticks when you come inside. If you’ve spent time in areas where ticks may be common, place clothes in a hot dryer for 20 minutes to kill any ticks.

First aid for tick bites:

1. Find out if a person is allergic to ticks. If they are allergic, do not disturb the tick and seek urgent medical assistance at the nearest emergency department or call triple zero (000). Ensure their adrenaline autoinjector (EpiPen or AnaPen) is available in case it is needed.

2. For people who are NOT allergic, and the tick is easily visible - ‘freeze it, don’t squeeze it’. Kill the tick as soon as possible by freezing it with ether-containing sprays (available at pharmacies). If the tick does not drop off after following the instructions on the spray, leave the tick in place and seek medical assistance.

👉 ”Freeze it, don’t squeeze it”. NEVER forcibly remove a tick by squeezing, pulling, twisting or other means.

👉 DO NOT use household tweezers to remove a tick, do not jerk or twist the tick. Don't use methylated spirits, kerosene, petroleum jelly, nail polish, oil, alcohol or a lighted match.

🧑🏼‍⚕️ See a doctor if you can’t kill a tick or if any part of the tick is left in the skin.

🔗 Find out more at www.health.tas.gov.au/tick-borne-diseases

09/01/2026

Please be aware of the new parking information for the LGH.

Community notice: temporary changes in parking and access at Launceston General Hospital (LGH).

🗓️ The existing LGH Howick Street Carpark will close for construction from Wednesday, 21 January 2026.

🟢 While the new multistorey carpark is being built, parking will be available at the new temporary hospital carpark at the corner of Mulgrave and Howick Streets.

🟢 A shuttle service will run from the new temporary carpark to the LGH main entrance on weekdays.

Thank you for your patience while we complete this essential work.

ℹ️For more information about the temporary carpark and shuttle service, disabled parking access, and further updates, please visit: www.health.tas.gov.au/hospitals/launceston-general-hospital/information-visitors-launceston-general-hospital/parking-and-access-launceston-general-hospital

09/01/2026

We have Dr Cassidy at the practice next week from Monday 12th to Friday 16th January 👨‍⚕️

Don't forget to book your appointment using healthengine (online booking) or phoning the practice. 📲☎️

31/12/2025

Welcome to 2026 🎆🥳🎇

12/10/2025

This week we have Dr Cassidy and Dr Aras working 5 🖐 days.

We also have Dr Anjali and Dr Smallwood on their normal days.

Have you been meaning to get that repeat script, or new referral?

Perhaps, you need a new GP? We are accepting new patients 👍

We have appointments available. Please call our practice or book online through our website to secure your appointment now 👨‍⚕️👩‍⚕️