From 1 September 2026, the prescriber accreditation requirement for hepatitis B medicines under the PBS Section 100 (s100) Highly Specialised Drugs Program will be removed. As a result, all medical and authorised nurse practitioners will be able to prescribe hepatitis B antiviral treatment without additional specialist accreditation. ASHM is currently updating its website, education and resources to reflect this change.
As HIV treatment evolves and simplified treatment regimens become more common, understanding the implications of viral hepatitis co-infection is increasingly important. This webinar will provide a practical update on hepatitis B, hepatitis D and hepatitis C in people living with HIV, with a particular focus on treatment decision-making and avoiding unintended consequences when modifying antiretroviral […]
Syphilis rates have tripled in Australia over the past decade, highlighting the urgent need for greater awareness, screening and early intervention across a range of health and community settings. People accessing alcohol and other drug (AOD) services often face additional barriers to care and are at increased risk of sexually transmissible infections (STIs), including syphilis. Staff working in these […]
People accessing alcohol and other drug (AOD) services are disproportionately affected by hepatitis C, yet many continue to face barriers to testing, treatment and ongoing care. AOD services and needle and syringe programs are uniquely positioned to change this, playing a critical role in Australia’s hepatitis C elimination efforts. Join colleagues from across the AOD and health […]
Primary care clinicians play a vital role in Australia’s efforts to eliminate HIV transmission. This practical face-to-face training, delivered in partnership with Rural Health West, will equip primary care clinicians with the knowledge and confidence to incorporate HIV prevention into everyday practice through the appropriate use of HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP). Participants will explore the […]
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