Overview HEPReady Essentials Online is designed for health and community workers who want a basic overview of viral hepatitis and liver health, or would like to refresh their knowledge. This training is delivered regularly throughout the year, with sessions delivered fully online. It covers new treatments, stigma and discrimination, a lived experience perspective, as well
The Victorian Substance Use Research Forum (VSURF) are pleased to invite you to our *online* October webinar where Dr Kasun Rathnayake from the Burnet Institute will be presenting work examining changes in the price and purity of methamphetamine and heroin in Melbourne, Victoria between 2009 and 2020. Please email vicsubstanceuseresearchforum@gmail.com to be added to the
This 1-day symposium is for anyone supporting women with substance use issues. Women’s experiences with substance use and support services are often shaped by distinct factors, such as societal expectations and caregiving roles amongst others. These factors can influence their reasons for using substances, create unique barriers to seeking help, and affect their recovery journey. Additionally, women often encounter
The social costs and harms of alcohol consumption in the Northern Territory (NT) equate to $1.38 billion annually. The NT has the highest rates of alcohol consumption in Australia, and accordingly experiences the highest levels of alcohol-related harm. These harms are experienced across some of Australia’s most remote and disadvantaged communities. Consequently, a wide array
This training is for AOD workers who would like to develop their skills in working with trans and gender diverse (TGD) communities. Key topics covered: Overview of basic concepts regarding TGD people (sexuality =/= gender; pronouns; definitions) Data and statistics for different TGD populations relating to AOD, mental health and access to support Minority stress
The invisible supports: Families and carers of people living with substance use problems or addiction Presenter – Dr Keri Alexander Dr Keri Alexander is an addiction medicine specialist at Hamilton Centre and Austin Health and has many years of experience in a variety of AOD and family violence programs, including Family Drug Helpline. She advocates
In an evolving illicit drug risk environment, drug checking is increasingly recognised as a vital harm reduction tool for surveillance and informed decision-making. As we enter another Australian festival season, the risks posed by high-potency substances and novel synthetic substances, such as nitazines and cathinones, raise particular concerns. In this webinar, we’ll bring together a
Victorian Substance Use Research Forum (VSURF) - April Seminar - Oisin Stronach - An age–period–cohort–interaction analysis of methamphetamine-related deaths in Australia, 2001-2020 Please join us on 11th April for our next VSURF seminar, which will be delivered by Oisin Stronach from the Burnet Institute. Oisin will be presenting his work examining trends methamphetamine-related deaths in
WED APRIL 16th – 2-2:45pm AWST / 4-4:45pm AEST / 7-7:45am BST Presenters: Gail Gilchrist, Kings College, London Sam Colledge-Frisby, National Drug Research Institute, Curtin University Jade Lane, Burnet Institute Facilitated by Shelley Walker & Emma Vieira (National Drug Research Institute, Curtin University) Women who use drugs are at an increased risk of gender-based violence, which
Vaping is a growing public health concern, especially for younger populations. National survey evidence indicates that vaping has increased exponentially in the past 5-10 years among adolescents and young adults. This webinar brings together a range of speakers to discuss the marketing of vapes on social media, key strategies to reduce vaping among young people,
