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.
Sexual health is a core part of overall health and wellbeing. People in psychological distress may undertake sexual behaviours that put them at risk, yet many psychologists feel uncertain about how to navigate conversations about sexual health in clinical practice. About the webinar ASHM partnered with both the Australian Association of Psychologists (AAPi), and Australian […]
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 […]
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 and DANA, this two-part recorded webinar series provides practical insights, real-world examples, and peer perspectives […]
Cancer outcomes are not only shaped by clinical care, but by whether people feel safe, respected, and included throughout their healthcare journey. The LGBTIQA+ Cancer Care Education Series is an eight-part webinar series designed to strengthen healthcare professionals’ ability to provide inclusive, affirming, and person-centred cancer care for LGBTIQA+ communities. Across the series, participants will […]
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 […]
Join us in Stay Ahead, Stay PrEP’d for a practical and engaging update on PrEP and its role in preventing HIV transmission in Australia. This webinar will cover current HIV epidemiology, PrEP eligibility, daily and on-demand dosing options, prescribing and monitoring requirements, and common clinical scenarios encountered in practice. Through case-based discussion, participants will gain […]
Through a case study, presentations, interactive quizzes and an online learning module, this online workshop will provide nurses and midwives with the introductory skills to incorporate STI and BBV screening within their workplace. This workshop is comprised of a mandatory online learning module, followed by an interactive live session. This course is for healthcare professionals […]
Maureen Lesley (left), Catholic Church Health Services Archdiocese of Madang Health Program Manager, and Dr Martin Daimen (right), Madang Provincial Health Authority Chief Executive Officer, sign the STEPT memorandum of understanding at the Madang Provincial Health Authority office. Preparations to bring the Supporting Triple Elimination in Papua New Guinea and Timor-Leste (STEPT) project to Madang […]
Young people in Australia are having sex earlier than previous generations, with 15 years old now the average age one first becomes sexually active. The majority of young people who are sexually active report positive experiences, however experimentation and risk- taking behaviours often seen in this stage of life, such as unprotected sex and multiple partners, can put young people at risk of negative outcomes. Compared to the […]
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 […]
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