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.
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 hepatitis B. 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 NSW. We […]
SEEK B is a quality improvement program designed to support clinicians integrate hepatitis B screening and management. The program consists of three online learning that guides participants through hepatitis B clinical and auditing, from data cleaning through to linking patients in ongoing care. Completing SEEK B aims to increase the number of people identified for […]
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 training aims to provide participants with the confidence to initiate conversations around hepatitis C in the needle and syringe program (NSP) setting and provide referrals to testing and treatment. This course is for healthcare professionals practicing in VIC. While others are welcome to register, please note some content will be specific to VIC. Date, Time, Platform: Date: Thursday, 3rd […]
Syphilis rates have tripled in Australia over the past decade, highlighting the need for greater awareness, screening and early intervention across the women’s health and family violence workforce. People experiencing domestic, family, and sexual violence (DFSV) often face additional barriers to care and are at increased risk of sexually transmissible infections (STIs). Workers in these […]
The 2026 HIV s100 Prescriber & Clinical Care Forum is an opportunity to explore emerging areas of HIV treatment and management and to discuss contemporary issues in HIV clinical care in Australia. Held over three sessions, each session will cover a distinct area of HIV clinical care, highlighting current developments and expert insights. Please note that […]
Through case studies, presentations, group discussion and online learning the Contraception Essentials in Primary Care course will increase primary care providers’ knowledge and confidence in discussing the benefits of Long-Acting Reversible Contraception (LARC) to reduce the incidence of unintended pregnancy amongst their patient population. This course will be particularly relevant for, but not limited to, general practitioners, nurse […]
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 […]
From 12-14 August 2026, the 16th Australasian Viral Hepatitis Conference (VH2026) took place in Walyalup (Fremantle), on the traditional lands of the Whadjuk Noongar people. The conference brought together people living with hepatitis, peers, nurses, GPs, specialists, researchers and decision-makers to share practical, evidence-informed solutions that strengthen prevention, testing, treatment and long-term care in every setting. Cherie Bennett, Nursing Policy and Advocacy Lead at ASHM, reflects on the […]
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 […]
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