QLD HIV & Syphilis: A Wide Bay Update
ASHM is excited to host QLD HIV & Syphilis: A Wide Bay Update. Did you know there were close to 1,000 cases of syphilis recorded in QLD in 2024 alone? This evening event is designed to update General Practitioners (GPs) and Nurses on the latest epidemiology, testing and treatment for both HIV and Syphilis. The […]
QLD HIV & Syphilis: A Gold Coast Update
Course Description: ASHM is excited to host HIV & Syphilis: A Gold Coast Update. Did you know there were close to 1,000 cases of syphilis recorded in QLD in 2024 alone? This evening event is designed to update General Practitioners (GPs) and Nurses on the latest epidemiology, testing and treatment for both HIV and Syphilis. The session […]
Clinical Auditing and Case Finding Fundamentals
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 […]
Towards the Elimination of Congenital Syphilis in Australia: Building Consensus for Priority Actions Roundtable Report
On 15 May 2024, ASHM and the Department of Health and Aged Care, guided by a steering committee of relevant experts, convened a national roundtable to address congenital syphilis in Australia. Sector partners at the roundtable called for immediate action to be taken to address infectious syphilis, in particular, congenital syphilis. Participants stressed that the […]
Decision Making In Syphilis
Syphilis remains a significant public health concern, and it is crucial for primary care professionals to stay informed and equipped with the necessary tools to effectively manage this infectious disease. The Syphilis decision-making tool is an invaluable resource designed for healthcare practitioners, providing clear steps to assess and provide clinical care for syphilis cases. This […]
A Guide To My Health Record: For BBV & STI Healthcare Providers To Support Their Patients
Could It Be Syphilis? Clinical Indicator Tool
ASHM’s one-page Could It Be Syphilis? Clinical Indicator Tool for healthcare workers provides information on priority populations for testing, syphilis symptoms, who to test, and treatment of syphilis.
Doxy-PEP Decision Making Tool
The Doxy-PEP Decision Making Tool supports prescribing doxycycline post-exposure prophylaxis (Doxy-PEP) to gay and bisexual men and transgender women at increased risk of syphilis. Suitable patients include those with recent syphilis or other STI diagnoses, periods of increased risk, or who wish to protect partners, provided there are no contraindications. Doxy-PEP should be part of […]
Stigma and discrimination, no place in healthcare.
Stigma and discrimination, no place in healthcare. These resources serve as a guide and support for healthcare professionals seeking to understand and address the impact of stigma and discrimination on patient care. Our materials cover best practices for creating inclusive healthcare environments, identification and mitigation of bias, and relevant research and literature on the topic. […]
