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Queensland has made significant progress in treating and preventing viral hepatitis, with 63% of those living with hepatitis C receiving antiviral treatment since 2016, but more must be done to eliminate hepatitis B and C. Viral hepatitis (hepatitis B and C) is the most prevalent blood-borne illness in Australia and is the second leading cause … Continued
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Hepatitis B and hepatitis C are the most prevalent blood-borne illnesses in Australia. Viral hepatitis is the second leading cause of death from infectious disease globally, according to the World Health Organisation (2024 report). Hepatitis NSW, the state’s peak hepatitis community organisation, is committed to achieving a world free of viral hepatitis by 2028. … Continued
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Friday, 5 July 2024 Australia has been urged to accelerate action to eliminate viral hepatitis, with Health Minister Mark Butler MP addressing a renewed push to curb the epidemics. He spoke alongside Senators Louise Pratt and Dean Smith, Co-Chairs of Parliamentary Friends for ending HIV, STIs and Other Blood Borne Viruses, at Thursday’s federal parliamentary World … Continued
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Revealed: The best Australian cities for LGBTQ+ dating Leading sexual wellness destination, Lovehoney reveals the best cities for LGBTQ+ dating in Australia. Sydney was revealed as the top city, followed by Melbourne and Adelaide. As winter approaches and temperatures start to drop, the desire to share the season with a romantic partner can be strong. … Continued
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Thailand’s Senate has approved a bill legalising same sex marriage in the South-East Asian country. A Monash expert is available to talk about what this means for LGBTIQA+ rights in the country. Professor Paula Gerber, Monash Faculty of Law Contact: +61 3 9903 4840 or media@monash.edu Read more of Professor Gerber’s commentary at Monash … Continued
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A new initiative aimed at improving inclusivity and safety has been introduced in the heart of Sydney’s LGBTIQA+ communities. A collective of bars and pubs on Oxford Street have come together in a united front against homophobia and transphobia by encouraging security across the precinct to wear PrideVis security vests. The PrideVis vests … Continued
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Media release | Friday, 17 May 2024 Today marks the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Intersexism and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT), a timely reminder to advocate and take action for LGBTQIA+ rights across the world. Despite decades of progress on LGBTQIA+ rights in many countries, from decriminalisation to recognition of same-sex marriage, including in Australia, rights have … Continued
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The Albanese Government has made a strong stride towards the virtual elimination of HIV transmission with tonight’s $43.9 million Budget commitment to expand access to PrEP, roll out HIV self-testing, deepen the connection with culturally diverse communities and provide additional resources for the HIV workforce, according to Health Equity Matters, Australia’s HIV and … Continued
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The Albanese Government has made a strong stride towards the virtual elimination of HIV transmission with tonight’s $43.9 million Budget commitment to expand access to PrEP, roll out HIV self-testing, deepen the connection with culturally diverse communities and provide additional resources for the HIV workforce, according to Health Equity Matters, Australia’s HIV and … Continued
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A study of policing at WorldPride and Mardi Gras events in 2023 found it was heavy-handed and damaging to its relationship with the LGBTQIA+ community. A group of law academics, legal professionals and advocates has called for a scaling back of police operations at future Mardi Gras events after a study of policing at … Continued
