Join ASHM, in partnership with Cairns Sexual Health Service and True, for a lively discussion exploring how funding has supported Early Medical Abortion (EMA) in public services. This interactive webinar will feature a short presentation and panel discussion unpacking the journey so far – from early implementation wins to the barriers and challenges encountered along […]
As ASHM’s work in Papua New Guinea (PNG) continues to expand, it has become increasingly important to have somebody on the ground to lead the delivery of our health system strengthening work, with a particular focus on HIV and triple elimination. As such, this year ASHM welcomed Dr Percy Pokeya as the inaugural PNG Country Lead. Dr Pokeya will be overseeing a number of ASHM-led projects in the country, including the Supporting Triple Elimination in Papua New Guinea and Timor-Leste (STEPT) project as […]
This interactive online course is designed to help health professionals provide best-practice sexual and reproductive healthcare throughout their patient’s life. Session one will focus on how to have sexual and reproductive health conversations with young people, including engagement strategies, consent, cultural considerations, and person-centred approaches. Session two will focus on women in mid-life and beyond, […]
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 […]
From November last year, the NuvaRing is listed on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS), allowing Australians subsidised access to another form of contraception. The NuvaRing is a contraceptive device that is inserted into the vagina and releases a combination of oestrogen and progesterone to inhibit ovulation and increase cervical mucous preventing sperm’s ability to penetrate the uterus. It is worn for three weeks at a time, before […]
On November 1, 2025, changes to the Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS) came into effect that are intended to significantly reduce barriers to sexual and reproductive health (SRH) in Australia. These changes will see long-acting reversible contraceptives (LARC) become more affordable and accessible for patients, particularly those in vulnerable communities who may otherwise face barriers to SRH care. These changes are informed […]
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The Decision Making in Sexual and Reproductive Health: Pharmacy Consultations resource is a valuable tool designed to support pharmacists to provide evidence-based and patient-centred guidance on sexual and reproductive health (SRH) concerns. This is a quick reference tool which complements ASHM’s Fundamentals of SRH for Pharmacists training. This tool includes advice on leading SRH conversations, referral pathways, […]
This four-part online training course helps nurses, midwives and sexual health workers understand the public health aspects and clinical management of common STIs, HIV and major blood-borne viruses (BBVs). The course helps participants develop confidence in a proactive and practical approach to health care and evidence-based practice. Click here to download the flyer for this […]
The Decision Making in Gender Affirming Contraception: Consultation Essentials resource is a valuable tool designed to support clinicians to conduct gender affirming contraceptive consultations. Based on ASHM’s Decision Making in Contraception Tool this quick reference resource addresses the specific contraceptive needs of trans and gender diverse people, particularly those on hormone therapy. This resource features […]
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