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.
Nurse Practitioners and Advances Practice Nurses are invited to attend an upcoming joint webinar by ACNP and ASHM. Strengthening STI and BBV Prevention through Nursing Practice will provide nurse practitioners with practical strategies to support the prevention, screening and management of sexually transmissible infections (STIs) and blood-borne viruses (BBVs), particularly HIV PrEP in contemporary healthcare […]
This workshop provides primary care clinicians with the knowledge, practical skills and resources to strengthen STI screening, diagnosis and management, with a focus on priority populations. It also explores strategies for preventing HIV transmission, including the role of HIV prevention and testing, and highlights the importance of timely contact tracing and partner notification in supporting […]
This two-day face to face training course helps nurses and midwives understand the public health aspects and clinical management of common STIs, HIV, hepatitis B and C. The course helps participants develop confidence in a proactive and practical approach to health care and evidence-based practice. This course is for healthcare professionals practicing in ACT. We […]
PrEP is highly effective in preventing HIV transmission, yet many people who could benefit from it are not aware of their options. This concise conversation guide helps clinicians identify who may be suitable for HIV PrEP and recognise opportunities to introduce PrEP during routine consultations. This resource provides practical, flexible conversation starters that support clear, […]
Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) is a highly effective HIV antiretroviral medication used to prevent HIV infection. Since its PBS listing in 2018, PrEP has become a key component of Australia’s national HIV prevention strategy, contributing to significant reductions in HIV transmission and supporting the goal of virtual elimination by 2030. Primary care clinicians are central to […]
Enhance your PrEP prescribing decisions and contribute to the critical goal of HIV prevention with the Decision Making in PrEP resource. This invaluable 2-page tool is specifically designed for primary care providers, highlighting the crucial role of Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) in reducing the transmission of HIV. By engaging with this resource, healthcare professionals can deepen their understanding of PrEP and its […]
For the first time, ASHM has published an annual Global Impact Report to highlight achievements from the previous year and to serve as an update on how key projects across Asia and the Pacific are making positive change. The report can be viewed in its entirety here, but below are some of the notable highlights […]
Please click here to view the recording This interactive webinar will feature a panel of experienced nurses who work in different fields and will examine the ongoing potential of PrEP in HIV prevention in Australia. Learn about the role of primary care in the latest epidemiological trends in HIV, current patient demographics, effectiveness of PrEP […]
This resource is intended for use by patients who are being referred to their GP to initiate or continue PrEP. It provides clear instructions for GPs, including those who may be unfamiliar with PrEP prescribing.
Clinical Auditing and Case Finding Fundamentals is an eLearning course designed as an introduction to quality improvement (QI) and aims to support your understanding of the role and importance of QI within general practices. The module looks at the benefits of QI for the community, the practice and the patient, diving into fundamental principles and […]
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