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 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, 19th […]
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 […]
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 […]
The Viral Hepatitis in Primary Care webinar series gives primary care workers a comprehensive, practical overview of viral hepatitis. Over two webinars, primary care workers will learn about their role in preventing, identifying, and managing hepatitis B, C, and D in their communities. Click HERE to view the flyer. Webinar 1 – Foundations of hepatitis C and advanced liver disease 6:30PM-8:30PM AEST, […]
This 1-hour recorded session updates HIV s100 prescribers and practitioners on new topics relevant to the management of people living with HIV in 2026. A range of topics will be discussed, this session on the 16 June 2026 focused on the HIV and substance use. Written and presented by Dr Phillip Read. Learning outcomes: HIV […]
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 […]
This recorded webinar outlines the value of a pleasure-focused, positive approach to Sexual and Reproductive Health. It emphasises the need to move beyond traditional harm reduction and risk minimisation paradigms and towards affirming and holistic care that promotes sexual well-being, empowerment, and safer-sex practices. The following presenters shared their practical tips and tools to incorporate […]
Course Overview People who live with blood-borne viruses (BBV) often experience stigma when interacting with healthcare workers. Stigma can keep people from getting appropriate healthcare and support. It’s often driven by a misunderstanding of the risks that you face in your work. This module will help you understand the facts about HIV, hepatitis B (hep […]
Long-Acting Reversible Contraceptives (LARC), including IUDs and contraceptive implants, are over 99% effective at preventing unintended pregnancy. Despite their efficacy, the uptake of LARC remains low in Australia. This mini clinical audit is a self-directed quality improvement activity designed to support participants to deliver evidence-based contraceptive consultations and promote the uptake of LARC among patients. A clinical audit allows health professionals to systematically review their clinical performance against best practice […]
The ‘Supporting with legal issues: Practical skills for the BBV healthcare workforce e-Learning module is designed to empower clinicians and health workers to identify common legal issues experienced by people living with blood-borne viruses (BBVs) and connect them with appropriate legal services. This e-learning was developed in partnership with Health +Law. Health+Law Health+Law is a partnership between researchers and community organisations established to examine […]
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