Another Hospital The Nurse

Launceston General Hospital has dominated the headlines in recent years in Tasmania, with a wave of horror stories. But as staff at the Royal Hobart see matters unfold publicly up north, they were fighting to be heard on the south end of the Apple Island too. 

Some key people we refer to in this episode of the podcast and who they are:

Amanda Duncan - whistleblower nurse Launceston General Hospital

Gracie - whistleblower nurse Royal Hobart Hospital

Jeremy Rockliffe - Premier of Tasmania

Dr Peter Renshaw - a longtime executive of the Launceston General Hospital

Rosalie Woodruff - leader of the Tasmanian Greens Party

Will Gordon - whistleblower  Launceston General Hospital

Acronyms you may hear and what they mean: 

AHPRA - Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency

AYDC - Ashley Youth Detention Centre 

COI - Commission of Inquiry

LGH - Launceston General Hospital

RHH/ Royal Hobart - Royal Hobart Hospital

THS South - Tasmania Health System South (Hobart)

Important information for survivors:

Tasmania Police are ready to deal with reports that relate to any criminal activity, historic or ongoing, but only those that include other perpetrators. Call them on 131 444

Anyone struggling with their mental health and feelings of suicidal ideation or depression can call LIFELINE AUSTRALIA 13 11 14

Locals can reach Launceston counselling service Laurel House https://laurelhouse.org.au/

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