Combating hepatitis C in primary care
Hepatitis C virus (HCV) kills approximately 483 people in Australia each year – despite being curable in primary care. That means every death from HCV is avoidable and the elimination of hepatitis C in Australia is a very real possibility. But to get there, there is still plenty of work to do. Hepatitis C is […]
HIV Unwrapped
HIV Unwrapped 2024: a re-imagination of the lab coat This project is based upon the exceptional work done in the CLOAK project by the University of Technology Sydney and University of Sydney last year as part of World Pride 2023. This project extends an invitation to consider: what would a HIV scientist/researcher wear which amplifies themselves and […]
Stigma and discrimination, no place in healthcare.
Stigma and discrimination, no place in healthcare. These resources serve as a guide and support for healthcare professionals seeking to understand and address the impact of stigma and discrimination on patient care. Our materials cover best practices for creating inclusive healthcare environments, identification and mitigation of bias, and relevant research and literature on the topic. […]
Changes to HIV treatment access for people without Medicare
Australia’s states and territories have begun implementing the new government-funded scheme for people without Medicare to access HIV treatment. Funding arrangements for people without Medicare to access HIV treatment in Australia are transitioning from an industry-sponsored compassionate access scheme to a Federation Funding Agreement model. This is an important step in ensuring equitable access to […]
