NSW Sexual Health Workshop – Registrations Now Open!
Syphilis was declared by the Chief Health Minister of Australia as a Communicable Disease Incident of National Significance on the 6 August. In response, AH&MRC together with NACCHO is hosting a NSW Sexual Health Workshop to support ACCHO staff delivering sexual health care.This free, hands-on workshop is designed for clinicians, nurses, and health workers working in sexual health across NSW ACCHOs.
What’s on offer:
- Practical syphilis point-of-care testing (POCT) training
- Resources to support broader sexual health care
- Networking with peers from other NSW ACCHOs, and the AH&MRC and NACCHO sexual health teams
Dates: 28-29th October 2025 (1.5 days)
Venue: AH&MRC Little Bay | 35 Harvey Street
Cost: FREE to attend.
Scholarships: available for travel and accommodation.
Register now to attend by completing the Registration Form
Mpox Alert- recommendations for greater awareness in the community
In August 2025, there were 10 notifications of Mpox in NSW in both males and females. ACCHOs are encouraged to maintain a low threshold for testing sexually active individuals presenting with Mpox-like symptoms.
Mpox can resemble other conditions like herpes or syphilis, so differential diagnosis is key. Refer to the Australian STI Management Guidelines for testing protocols.
Helpful resources:
- NSW Health’s latest Mpox alert
- NSW Health Mpox vaccination site details and eligibility
- NSW Health general information about Mpox
- Clinical support via Sexual Health Info Link (SHIL): 1800 451 624 (9am–7pm)
Contact publichealth@ahmrc.org.au if you would like further information.
Catch us at the Koori Knockout!
We’re heading to Tamworth for the 53rd Annual Koori Knockout – 2025 will be the biggest in its history with 170 teams competing!
Come and visit the AH&MRC sexual health team at the health precinct. We’ll be there to yarn, share resources, and hand out some deadly merch.
We look forward to connecting with you and your community!
