Events

Living with diabetes means living with an increased risk of foot problems. FootSmart gives you the skills and knowledge to create a care routine that will help avoid future foot problems. It’s estimated that 15% of people with diabetes will develop a foot ulcer in their lifetime, this is why good foot care is so important. The good news is, we are here to help you put your best foot forward.

Explore the latest in kidney health at the Kidney Health: Research Matters 2024 Speaker Series presented by RHH Research Foundation

Don't miss this opportunity to learn directly from leading experts including researcher Dr Matthew Wallis, psychologist Carolyn Baker, and nurse practitioner Lisa Shelverton. They'll share groundbreaking research, prevention strategies, and cutting-edge treatments.

Exercise Physiologists and Exercise Scientists in Tasmania do an amazing job supporting our communities to live longer and healthier lives!

Join us for a celebration of Exercise Right Week and the professions behind it, as we look forward to what the future of healthcare can be with greater awareness of who we are and what we do.

The human brain is a 1.4 kg supercomputer that controls everything in your life, including how you think, feel, and act. Taking care of your brain is essential for staying mentally healthy as mental illnesses are brain illnesses; however, many of us are unaware of what is good for the brain and what is not. In this powerful and informative session, Rebecca compiles the current research around brain health. She will discuss risk factors that damage the mind and memory and then offer insights on how to heal your mental health issues and strengthen your memory by paying careful attention to a healthy, brain-boosting lifestyle.

Get ready to dive into the world of Auditory Processing Disorder (APD) with Mr. Nick Modrovich, Principal Audiologist at Ability Hearing and Balance! Join us for an information session where Nick will unveil the mysteries of APD, testing methods, and treatment options. Parents and caregivers can learn how they can assist in their child’s auditory processing development*. 

*This session is not intended to be attended by children.

HOW TO MAKE SPACE IN THE DIGITAL AGE FOR HEALTH, HAPPINESS AND SUSTAINED PRODUCTIVITY

Is your team busy and distracted? Are they perpetually online? Are they working remotely and struggling to navigate the blend of work and life?

Online meetings and hybrid working is here to stay, requiring a rethink in the way we structure our work. Now more than ever, staff need tools to manage digital overload for their wellbeing, encompassing strategies to focus, think clearly, and care for self.

Imagine if your team could boost productivity by disconnecting from excessive online activity.

What if investing in space to think deeply, rest fully, and reconnect with people in real life could become a strategy to do your best work and live your best life? This engaging keynote is based on Daniel Sih's multi-award-winning book, "Spacemaker," a recognised authority on personal development, technology, self-help, work-life balance, and time prioritisation.

Join Dr Polly at the St Lukes wellness hub for a 3-hour session of embodied practice to reveal, restore and renew your connection to Self through breathwork and vagal tuning.

This workshop is for anyone with a body, a heart, a mind and a nervous system who wants to bring their whole self into alignment in a connected intentional breathwork experience.

ShopSmart will help you to understand how to read food labels, and what to look for when choosing healthy options for yourself and your family. You will also receive a handy wallet card for quick reference when shopping. 

By the end of this program, you will feel confident reading product information and nutrition panels. So next time you visit a supermarket you will be able to make the best decisions for your health and wellbeing.
 
Please note that this program is only suitable for adults aged 18 years and older

Finding cancer early increases the chances of successful treatment and often brings peace of mind. It is important to get to know your body and what is normal for you, so anything unusual can be quickly noticed. Come along to learn more about the signs and symptoms of the most common cancers in Tasmania.

A 2 hour First Aid Information session for parents and carers of babies and young children.

During the session you will learn information on children's health, first aid, and safety in a warm and friendly environment.

Clubs Tasmania in conjunction with St Lukes are excited to invite you to our 6 free seminars revolving around all aspects of sport.

With some great topics ranging from nutrition for juniors, body image for athletes to managing asthma and diabetes in sport - these should not be missed.