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Hepatitis SA @hepatitissa.asn.au · 1d

Hepatitis B - more diagnoses a sign of better care for people living with chronic hepatitis B. Health workers say Northern Territory leads the way www.abc.net.au/news/2025-10...
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Hepatitis B cases are rising in the NT, but experts say it's a positive sign

Health workers say new data showing hepatitis B cases have almost tripled in the NT reflects better access to care, with the territory also leading the nation in reducing mortality rates.

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Hepatitis SA @hepatitissa.asn.au · 1d

#WorldMentalHealthDay reminds us there is no health without mental health. WHO's 2025 campaign focuses on the urgent need to support the mental health & psychosocial needs of people affected by humanitarian emergencies.
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World Mental Health Day 2025

Find out about this year's World Mental Health Day campaign (10 October) and how you can get involved.

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Menzies School of Health Research @menziesresearch.bsky.social · 21d

The Menzies Stay Strong Team invites you to our Mental Health Week Seminar! We’ll explore the theme “Take a Little Step” with guest speakers, a panel, digital resources & wellbeing activities. Registration is essential: www.stickytickets.com.au/UT19F

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Hepatitis SA @hepatitissa.asn.au · 3d

Hep C & Mental Illness: New Link Discovered | HepSA Community News

The blood–brain barrier is a hugely effective “wall” that protects the brain from pathogens in a person’s body. It’s like a highly selective, very fine sieve that allows vital nutrients …

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Hepatitis SA @hepatitissa.asn.au · 3d

Findings from Johns Hopkins research suggests that for some, HCV infection may be the cause of psychological illnesses, not commonly blamed factors like injecting drug use. More HepSA Community News
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Hepatitis SA @hepatitissa.asn.au · 6d

Australian NSP Survey's 30-year report shows dramatic drop in hepatitis C prevalence between 2015 and 202,4 among people who access needle and syringe program services. Read more - hepatitissa.asn.au/communitynew...
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High HCV Cure Rate Among NSP Clients | HepSA Community News

Findings from the Australian Needle and Syringe Program (NSP) Survey 30-year National Data Report shows highly significant reductions in hepatitis C infections and high levels of treatment and cure…

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Hepatitis SA @hepatitissa.asn.au · 8d

Presenter of The Health Report, Dr Norman Swan, on the "rise in autism" cases.
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Hepatitis SA @hepatitissa.asn.au · 10d

Dogs play a very important role in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander (respectfully hereafter, Indigenous) communities, encompassing companionship, enhancing owner health and wellbeing,…
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Hepatitis SA @hepatitissa.asn.au · 13d

Childhood hepatitis B vaccination has contributed a 60% decline in hepatitis B diagnoses in people aged under 20 in Australia.
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Birth-Dose Vaccination Crucial to Prevention of Chronic Hepatitis B in Children | HepSA Community News

Hepatitis Australia and ASHM have released a statement reminding all Australians of the importance of hepatitis B vaccinations to protect the health and wellbeing of children. The statement pointed…

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Hepatitis SA @hepatitissa.asn.au · 15d

Read the UN 4th high-level meeting on non-communicable diseases here:

Rev. 4 of the political declaration of the fourth high-level meeting of the General Assembly on the prevention and control of noncommunicable diseases and the promotion of mental health and well-being | Knowledge Action Portal on NCDs

Final version of the draft of the political declaration of the fourth high-level meeting of the General Assembly on the prevention and control of noncommunicable diseases and the promotion of mental…

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Hepatitis SA @hepatitissa.asn.au · 15d

Hepatitis Australia and ASHM have issued a statement reminding all Australians of the importance of hepatitis B vaccinations to protect the health and wellbeing of children.
www.hepatitisaustralia.com/news/birth-d...
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Hepatitis Australia and ASHM: Birth-dose hepatitis B vaccinations safe, effective and necessary

Hepatitis Australia and ASHM are reminding all Australians of the importance of hepatitis B vaccinations to protect the health and wellbeing of children.

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Hepatitis SA @hepatitissa.asn.au · 16d

A significant development - acknowledgement of hepatitis testing and treatment as part of cancer prevention. Well done! @worldhepalliance.bsky.social
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Hepatitis SA @hepatitissa.asn.au · 16d

Ongoing research for other diseases helped speed up the development of COVID-19 vaccines when it hit, hep B research being a case in point. Hence the importance of maintaining such work many of which are facing threats of funding cuts. @publichealthaus.bsky.social
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How Hep B Research Helped when COVID-19 Hit | HepSA Community News

As the coronavirus spread globally in 2020, and people all around the world began to be uncomfortably familiar with RAT tests and PCR tests, NSW historian Michelle Bootcov realised her …

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Hepatitis SA @hepatitissa.asn.au · 20d

Here's an easy way for you to help break down stigma.
This SUNDAY grab a snag at our🌭sizzle at Bunnings Mile End: greasy, unhealthy, yummy.
Funds go towards events for open honest conversations about stigma faced by people living with blood borne viruses.
Every🌭makes a difference! See you there.

Hepatitis SA @hepatitissa.asn.au · 21d

The approach to treating hepatitis B is changing and WHO is leading the conversation. @hepbvoicesau.bsky.social @who.int
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Transforming Hepatitis B Care: WHO Takes the Lead | HepSA Community News

Momentum is growing to simplify and expand treatment criteria so that more people with chronic hepatitis B will be treated.

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Hepatitis SA @hepatitissa.asn.au · 22d

Come grab a snag from us this weekend at Bunnings Mile End.
We're raising funds for community events to spark open honest conversations about stigma. People living with blood borne viruses face it regularly & we want to change that. Every snag helps us make a difference!
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Hepatitis SA @hepatitissa.asn.au · 29d

New to our library:
- Peer workforce framework
- If hepatitis was 100 people
- Outcomes for treatment in tertiary settings and more
All are available online and are free to access. hepatitissa.asn.au/communitynew... Subscribe - [email protected]

In Our Library: Resource Highlights, August 2025 | HepSA Community News

HepSA Library August acquisition highlights: Peer Workforce Framework, If Hepatitis Was 100 People, NSP Research and more… Click on the images to access or view all resources added in the last month.…

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Hepatitis SA @hepatitissa.asn.au · Sep 4

Today we farewelled super educator Jesse who's heading across the Nullarbor to Esperance for new adventures.
We will miss you Jesse. When you're tired of Esperance will you return to Adelaide, and maybe, Hepatitis SA? Enjoy the drive. Let us know when you get there!
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Hepatitis SA @hepatitissa.asn.au · Sep 2

Back at TAFE SA today - this time at Gilles Plains ☀️ It looks quiet now but we know better - our eds are set for a busy day! If you miss out on talking to them you can always call us on 1800 437 222.

Hepatitis SA @hepatitissa.asn.au · Aug 29

Sunday is #InternationalOverdoseAwarenessDay. Every year there are around 2,000 deaths from overdose in Australia, most accidental and preventable. Knowing how to avoid and respond to overdose can help to save lives. Find out more at www.overdoseday.com/overdose-bas...
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Hepatitis SA @hepatitissa.asn.au · Aug 20

And that's a wrap! After a very busy day this is all that was left 😊 Look out for Yingbin and Jesse at other TAFE SA Campus Alive events or you can call us on 1800 437 222.

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Hepatitis SA @hepatitissa.asn.au · Aug 20

Our tireless educators are at TAFE SA Adelaide Campus today, ready to answer all of your questions! Look out for them at the other Campus Alive events over the next couple of weeks.

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Hepatitis SA @hepatitissa.asn.au · Aug 18

New to our library:
- Monitoring hep C treatment uptake
- Should we think about more than HCV cure for people who use drugs?
- Implementing POC testing hurdles and more...
All are available online and are free to access. hepatitissa.asn.au/communitynew... Subscribe - [email protected]

In Our Library: Resource Highlights, July 2025 | HepSA Community News

HepSA Library July acquisition highlights: HCV treatment uptake, HCV elimination, POC testing and more… Click on the images to access, or view all resources added in the last month. Monitoring…

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Hepatitis SA @hepatitissa.asn.au · Aug 13

Promising outcomes in treating liver fibrosis from @aunz.theconversation.com @hepatitisaustralia.bsky.social @hepatitiswa.bsky.social
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A Promising New Approach to Treating Potentially Deadly Liver Disease | HepSA Community News

An experimental new treatment is showing early promise in the fight against liver fibrosis – a serious condition that affects millions.

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Hepatitis SA @hepatitissa.asn.au · Aug 7

Most people may not be aware that hepatitis is related to other health conditions. This collection looks at how it is related to liver cancer and other ailments.
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In Our Library: Liver cancer and other hepatitis-related conditions | HepSA Community News

This World Hepatitis Day we are focussing on testing. Early detection of viral hepatitis is vital to prevent avoidable deaths, like those caused by liver cancer. Hepatitis B increases liver cancer…

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