People accessing AOD services often face higher risks of sexually transmissible infections (STIs) and blood-borne viruses (BBVs). Nurses and midwives play a vital role in reducing these risks by integrating sexual health into everyday care.
Presented in collaboration with ASHM – the peak body representing the BBV and STI workforce in Australia – and the Drug & Alcohol Nurses of Australasia (DANA) this session will explore emerging issues in STI and BBV care and how to address these through innovative nursing models of care. Hear from peers and clinical experts as they share case studies and discuss practical strategies that nurses and midwives can adapt to their own settings to help enhance STI and BBV testing, treatment, and engagement in AOD settings.
Please note part 1 has been held, this registers you for part 2.
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Date, Time, Platform:
- Platform: Online – Zoom
- Dates: Thursday, 18 June 2026
- Times:
- NSW, QLD, VIC, ACT, TAS: 7:30pm-8:30pm (AEST)
- NT/SA: 7:00pm-8:00pm (ACST)
- WA: 5:30pm-6:30pm (AWST)
- NZ: 9:30pm-10:30pm (NZDT)
Speakers and Facilitators:
- Anna Doab | Clinical Nurse Consultant, Kirketon Road Centre
- Liz Milroy | Perinatal Sexual Health (Syphilis), Office of the Chief Midwife Officer, Queensland Health
- Rhianoon Villiers | Registered Nurse, Sexual Health Outreach, Homeless Healthcare
- Regan Chesterfield | Interpersonal Violence / Sexual & Reproductive Health Nurse Practitioner
Learning Outcomes:
- Identify ways to improve STI and BBV awareness in your setting.
- Describe models of care that support STI and BBV testing and treatment in AOD settings.
- Identify practical strategies to engage clients and reduce barriers to care.
Course Components:
- 60-minute online workshop
- Post course survey
Recommended Resources:
- Australian STI Management Guidelines for Use in Primary Care
- Aotearoa New Zealand STI Management Guidelines for Use in Primary Care
- Could it be Syphilis? Clinical Indicator Tool
CPD & Endorsement:
This activity may be suitable for self-claiming CPD hours with your professional body. An estimated equivalent of 1 CPD hours applies. A statement of attendance will be provided for full attendees.
Funding:
This course received funding from the Australian Centre for Disease Control.
Target Audience:
Nurses, Midwives and Nurse Practitioners working across Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) care settings.
