Our Work in Sexual Health

Responding to the latest developments and research in sexual health, ASHM is at the forefront of producing trusted clinical resources and training. We provide a platform for sexual health professionals to network and share through our annual landmark conferences.

Our Work

Guiding healthcare professionals in sexual health best practices

Reliable national guidelines

Since 2014, ASHM’s Australian STI Management Guidelines for Use in Primary Care has been a go-to guide for healthcare professionals.

Bringing together the sector

We provide a platform for sexual health professionals to network and share through our annual landmark conferences.

Partnering for a stronger workforce

Collaborating sector-wide to develop inclusive resources, training and awareness campaigns.

Top Strategic Initiatives

Feature
November 2024

Highlights from HIV&AIDS 2024 and the 25th IUSTI World Congress 

News
November 2024

First of its kind Chemsex Toolkit for health workforce in Asia-Pacific launched

News
May 2024

Budget announcement marks major investment in HIV, BBVs and STIs

Top Sexual Health Resources

Doxy-PEP: Everything you need to know! Information Sheet

This information sheet provide clients, patients, and the community with comprehensive, easy-to-understand information about Doxy-PEP.

BBVs and STIs in Antenatal Care

Explore the essential guide on managing bloodborne viruses and STIs in antenatal care.

Towards the Elimination of Congenital Syphilis in Australia: Building Consensus for Priority Actions Roundtable Report

This report contains recommended actions to address the elimination of congenital syphilis in Australia following a roundtable discussion.

Top Sexual Health Courses

WA Sexual and Reproductive Health in Primary Care 

Online
06/09/2025
9:30 am
Learn about sexual health, history taking, STI screening, contraception, and unplanned pregnancy for primary care in this online course.  ...

Emerging BBV/STI threats and opportunities in NSW

Online
12/08/2025
7:00 pm
60-minute webinar focused on Emerging BBV and STI threats and opportunities for NSW-based primary care clinicians in NSW.

Strengthening STI and BBV Prevention through Primary Nursing Practice

Online
26/08/2025
7:00 pm
Learn how to make STI screening a seamless part of routine care, identify when and how to introduce PrEP

Sexual Health News

November 2024

Highlights from HIV&AIDS 2024 and the 25th IUSTI World Congress 

November 2024

First of its kind Chemsex Toolkit for health workforce in Asia-Pacific launched

May 2024

Budget announcement marks major investment in HIV, BBVs and STIs

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Upcoming Conferences and Events

ASHM Event

15th Australasian Viral Hepatitis Conference (VH2025)

6 - 8 Aug 2025
Pullman on the Park, Naarm (Melbourne)
Sector Event

DANA Annual Conference 2025

6 - 8 Aug 2025
The Langham, Gold Coast (QLD, Australia)
ASHM Event

Australasian HIV&AIDS Conference 2025

15 - 17 Sep 2025
Adelaide Convention and Exhibition Centre, Tarndanya (Adelaide) on Kaurna Country, Australia