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Spitting and Hepatitis B and C: Clearing Up Misconceptions
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Posted 3 October, 2024

A recent news article reported an incident where a person with hepatitis C spat in…

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Protect Your Liver: Take Action This Liver Cancer Awareness Month
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Posted 30 September, 2024

October marks Liver Cancer Awareness Month, a time to reflect on the importance of liver…

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Team Spotlight: Dr Anna Hawkes
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Posted 24 September, 2024

Since joining Hepatitis Queensland in May 2024, Dr Anna Hawkes has brought a strong commitment…

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Hep Can't Wait - Join the Mighty Liver Quest
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Posted 28 July, 2024

World Hepatitis Day, held on 28th July every year, is more than just a date…

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Join the Hepatitis Queensland Board
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Posted 25 July, 2024

About Hepatitis Queensland Hepatitis Queensland is the peak community association for hepatitis in Queensland. As…

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World Hepatitis Day 2024: Is your practice ready for hepatitis elimination?
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Posted 11 July, 2024

With World Hepatitis Day on Sunday, 28th July 2024, the spotlight is on reaching almost…

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Innovative Hepatitis C Screening Transforming Prison Health in West Moreton
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Posted 25 June, 2024

In the West Moreton region of Queensland, Australia, a groundbreaking health initiative is transforming the…

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Team Spotlight: Mikayla Leslie
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Posted 21 June, 2024

Since joining Hepatitis Queensland in April 2024, Mikayla has brought a dedicated passion for public…

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Hepatitis C Testing Comes to Regional Communities
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Posted 3 June, 2024

Hepatitis Queensland's team hit the road this month to deliver Hep Check, Connect and Cure…

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2024 Budget - A Positive Step for Viral Hepatitis
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Posted 3 June, 2024

Hepatitis Queensland welcomes the substantial investments in viral hepatitis initiatives in the 2024 federal budget,…

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Hepatitis Queensland Welcomes New CEO
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Posted 3 June, 2024

Hepatitis Queensland is pleased to announce the appointment of Anna Hawkes as the new Chief…

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World Hepatitis Day Education Webinar
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Posted 13 May, 2024

Join us on Tuesday 25th June 2024 at 10am (AEST) for an informative online event…

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A Shot for a Safer Future: Understanding Hepatitis B Immunisation
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Posted 30 April, 2024

World Immunisation Week is a significant event on the global health calendar, highlighting the importance…

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Grants now open to raise awareness of viral hepatitis across Queensland
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Posted 2 April, 2024

Organisations are invited to apply for grants that raise awareness about viral hepatitis Three grants…

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Inked & Informed: Understanding Hepatitis and Safe Tattoos
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Posted 21 March, 2024

Tattoos have long been a form of self-expression, artistry, and cultural identity for people around…

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Introducing our new Project Officer - Alex Morales
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Posted 20 February, 2024

Last month Hepatitis Queensland welcomed new Project Officer, Alex Morales. Experienced in delivering positive health…

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Recruiting: Project Support Officer
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Posted 15 February, 2024

The perfect public health role for a new graduate! Hepatitis Queensland is looking for a…

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How Queensland Prisons Celebrate National Condom Day
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Posted 14 February, 2024

In the heart of Queensland, where the sun kisses the golden land, and the coral…

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Preventing Liver Cancer This World Cancer Day
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Posted 4 February, 2024

Preventing Liver Cancer This World Cancer Day Every year on 4th February, World Cancer Day…

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Announcing our new Programs Manager
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Posted 31 January, 2024

We're kicking off 2024 with the announcement of Hepatitis Queensland's new Programs Manager, Rachael Bryett.…

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Hepatitis Queensland: The Year Ahead
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Posted 31 January, 2024

As we embark on a new year, the team at Hepatitis Queensland is excited to…

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Queensland Shines Blue for National Corrections Day
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Posted 19 January, 2024

Landmarks across Queensland lit up blue on 19th January to acknowledge and celebrate the important…

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The Health of People in Australia's Prisons
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Posted 12 December, 2023

The Australian Government recently released national data revealing the health of people in Australia's prisons…

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Hepatitis C-related stigma and discrimination in a post-cure world
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Posted 18 October, 2023

Hepatitis C-related stigma and discrimination in a post-cure world The project, 'Hepatitis C-related stigma and…

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Shaping a Brighter Future: October Is 4 Livers Campaign
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Posted 10 October, 2023

October Is 4 Livers is a global campaign dedicated to raising awareness, shaping policies, enhancing…

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A Women’s Health Week Guide to Liver Health
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Posted 6 September, 2023

Women’s Health Week, from 4th to 8th September, is dedicated to empowering women to take…

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Queensland Shines A Light On World Hepatitis Day
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Posted 9 August, 2023

Queensland Shines A Light On World Hepatitis Day World Hepatitis Day on 28 July 2023…

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Level Up Your Liver Health This World Hepatitis Day
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Posted 28 July, 2023

Level Up Your Liver Health This World Hepatitis Day Just like in your favourite video…

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Two cases of hepatitis A have been detected in Toowoomba
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Posted 28 June, 2023

Two cases of hepatitis A have been detected in Toowoomba A hepatitis A vaccination drive…

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And the Winners Are...
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Posted 6 June, 2023

And the Winners Are… We are thrilled to announce the winners of this year's World…

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Hepatitis B Voice Australia Seeks Board Members
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Posted 15 May, 2023

Hepatitis B Voice Australia Seeks Board Members Calling all passionate advocates for health and well-being…

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Prisons weakest link in the fight against blood borne viruses in Australia
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Posted 20 March, 2023

The Harm Reduction in Prisons Working Group has released a consensus statement that outlines an…

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Our Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan
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Posted 16 March, 2023

This Close the Gap day, Hepatitis Queensland is proud to announce the launch of our…

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Small grants now available to screen hepatitis B short film
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Posted 2 March, 2023

Hepatitis Queensland has launched a small grants program to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander…

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National Condom Day: Practicing Safe Sex is Essential for Everyone
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Posted 14 February, 2023

Hepatitis Queensland is proud to support National Condom Day. Celebrated annually on February 14th, National…

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Prevent liver cancer this World Cancer Day
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Posted 2 February, 2023

World Cancer Day, held yearly on February 4th, is the global uniting initiative led by…

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Five health checks to keep your liver healthy in 2023
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Posted 25 January, 2023

With the start of a new year, there’s no better time to check in on…

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Team Spotlight: Angela - CEO
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Posted 13 December, 2022

Welcome to our Team Spotlight Series, where we introduce you to one of our teams…

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Summary of the Recommendations for Managing Hepatitis C in Australia's Prisons
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Posted 13 October, 2022

The National Prison Health Network released a Consensus Statement on the Management of Hepatitis C…

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Hepatitis Queensland Welcomes New CEO
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Posted 14 September, 2022

Last month Hepatitis Queensland (HQ) welcomed new Chief Executive Officer, Angela Uilderks. Angela will lead…

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Indigenous Health Service Sets Its Sights on Hep B
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Posted 6 September, 2022

As a GP with over 20 years of experience working in Indigenous health across Australia,…

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Queensland SWITCHes it up for World Hepatitis Day
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Posted 30 August, 2022

Every year, July 28 is recognised globally as World Hepatitis Day, bringing people together to…

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Team Spotlight: Vy - Project Support Officer
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Posted 9 August, 2022

Introducing the newest member of the Hepatitis Queensland team - Vy Ngo-Ha, our Project Support…

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Better liver health campaign evokes public action against hepatitis
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Posted 28 July, 2022

Hepatitis Queensland (HQ) is calling on Queenslanders to come together to eliminate viral hepatitis this…

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Borallon Correctional Centre Hep C Blitz
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Posted 18 July, 2022

Hepatitis Queensland staff were part of another successful hepatitis C point-of-care testing (POCT) blitz in…

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Hepatitis Queensland CEO Departs
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Posted 14 July, 2022

After two and a half years as Chief Executive Officer of Hepatitis Queensland, Katelin Haynes…

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Ideas on how you can support World Hepatitis Day
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Posted 13 July, 2022

Every year thousands of Queenslanders are diagnosed with liver disease or hepatitis and face the…

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Hep Can't Wait! - Global Hepatitis Initiative
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Posted 11 July, 2022

'Hep Can't Wait!' is the global theme for World Hepatitis Day on July 28, 2022…

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Hepatitis A cluster confirmed at Gold Coast state school
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Posted 13 June, 2022

At least four children at a Gold Coast State School have contracted hepatitis A prompting…

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Are you ready for World Hepatitis Day?
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Posted 9 June, 2022

World Hepatitis Day is fast approaching on 28 July. This momentous day brings the world…

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Today is 2022 International NASH Day!
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Posted 9 June, 2022

International NASH Day is a public education campaign to raise visibility and urgency around fatty…

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New Ipswich clinic breaks down hep C barriers
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Posted 8 June, 2022

Ipswich residents may have noticed a liver-shaped mascot parading the city streets recently. Affectionally nicknamed…

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It's Your Right Campaign - Live Free of Hep C
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Posted 10 May, 2022

It’s Your Right is a new campaign promoting hepatitis C testing and treatment for people…

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Severe hepatitis in children
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Posted 9 May, 2022

Recent Australian media articles have reported cases of severe hepatitis (inflammation of the liver) of…

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For the love of chocolate: Tips to survive Easter
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Posted 6 April, 2022

Hands up how many people over indulge in chocolate and other sweet treats this time…

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Sector Spotlight: Hepatitis B in the Cape
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Posted 7 March, 2022

Providing hepatitis B care to people in Cape York and the Torres Strait islands, one…

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COVID-19, Hepatitis and Liver Disease FAQs
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Posted 24 January, 2022

Updated 24th January 2022 You may have concerns about COVID-19, especially if you have viral…

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Do you really need to detox your liver?
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Posted 19 January, 2022

Liver detox diets and supplements are increasingly popular, especially in January when many people like…

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Preparing for COVID-19 when you have liver disease
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Posted 19 January, 2022

With COVID-19 now circulating widely across Queensland it is a good idea to be prepared…

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Queensland's first hepatitis B alliance meeting wrap up
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Posted 18 January, 2022

In November 2021, the first meeting of the newly established Queensland Hepatitis B Alliance (QHBA)…

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Tackling stigma in health care
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Posted 13 December, 2021

Health care is the most common setting that people with viral hepatitis experience stigma. It…

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"If only I had a crystal ball": Ted's hep C story
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Posted 6 December, 2021

"If only I had a crystal ball": Ted's hep C story A surfing holiday in…

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Looking after your liver this holiday season
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Posted 2 December, 2021

The countdown is on to the holiday season! Many of us spend this time of…

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The impact of stigma and discrimination on hepatitis B
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Posted 16 November, 2021

296 million people live with hepatitis B worldwide, and for many, their lives are made…

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National Prisons Hepatitis Education Project Report
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Posted 11 November, 2021

Australian correctional centres have a high prevalence of hepatitis C with people in prison identified…

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Improving Queensland's Response To Hepatitis B
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Posted 11 November, 2021

Almost 34,000 Queenslanders are affected by hepatitis B with a staggering 80 per cent of…

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Taking Action on Hepatitis B Elimination In Queensland
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Posted 9 November, 2021

On Wednesday 8th of September, stakeholders across Brisbane convened for the second HIPHOP (Hepatitis Inreach…

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Loving And Living a Healthier Life
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Posted 9 November, 2021

Working in the health sector made it increasingly difficult for Queenslander Liz to put her…

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The Mediterranean Pathway to Better Mental and Liver Health
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Posted 12 October, 2021

One of the most important things you can do to improve your mental wellbeing is…

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2021 Annual General Meeting Notice
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Posted 16 September, 2021

Hepatitis Queensland's Annual General Meeting (AGM) will take place online on Monday 25th October 2021,…

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Team Spotlight: Rachael - Project Officer
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Posted 7 September, 2021

Introducing the newest member of the Hepatitis Queensland team - Rachael. Rachael has recently come…

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Partner Spotlight: Cherbourg Alcohol and Other Drugs Service
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Posted 6 September, 2021

170 km northwest of Brisbane, Cherbourg is home to nearly 1500 residents and Queensland's third-largest…

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The Ultimate Guide To Liver Supplements
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Posted 11 August, 2021

With liver disease on the rise across Australia, it's not surprising that we're seeing more…

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'I received a needle stick injury at work' - Vivienne's story
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Posted 27 July, 2021

'I received a needle stick injury at work' - Vivienne's story As a junior nurse…

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New Hepatitis B Animation
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Posted 20 July, 2021

B Tested. B Vaccinated. B Stronger - New Hep B Animation https://youtu.be/DYV2qrQBjvE Hepatitis Queensland is…

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New Liver Disease Nursing Scholarships
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Posted 14 July, 2021

Practice nurses are invited to apply for a new scholarship funding the cost of liver…

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Now Recruiting GPs
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Posted 14 July, 2021

Make the elimination of hepatitis C your next great achievement. Hepatitis Queensland is currently recruiting…

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Advocate Spotlight: Cath Brown
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Posted 10 June, 2021

Cath Brown, a proud Quandamooka woman from Minjerribah, works as a research assistant at the…

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HIP HOP: Inaugural Hepatitis Industry Meeting
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Posted 9 June, 2021

Australia now has less than nine years to go until the 2030 deadline for the…

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Glenn's Story: Now I can just get on with my life
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Posted 12 May, 2021

When Glenn was cured of hepatitis C he felt he had lost something he had…

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Team Spotlight: Winnie - Project Officer
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Posted 10 May, 2021

Each month we’re featuring a member of the Hepatitis Queensland team so you can get…

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National Superhero Day
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Posted 28 April, 2021

Each year on April 28th, National Superhero Day brings people together to celebrate all their…

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Love your liver this World Liver Day - and every day
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Posted 19 April, 2021

World Liver Day is observed on 19 April to raise awareness of the importance of…

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Stephen's Story: I had no symptoms
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Posted 19 April, 2021

After being involved in a traumatic motorcycle accident in 1989, Stephen was left with more…

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B Stronger: Grants Program
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Posted 16 April, 2021

Hepatitis Queensland is offering grants up to $500 and $2000 Hepatitis Queensland wants to support…

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B Stronger: Conference Scholarships
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Posted 16 April, 2021

Viral Hepatitis Conference Scholarship As part of the B Stronger Project, Hepatitis Queensland is pleased…

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Team Spotlight: Keren - Project Support Officer
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Posted 16 April, 2021

Each month we’re featuring a member of the Hepatitis Queensland team so you can get…

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SWITCH Grants Now Open
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Posted 8 April, 2021

Shape World Hepatitis Day 2021 within your community The SWITCH grants program supports organisations during…

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Nurse Navigator Adds Another String To Her Bow
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Posted 9 March, 2021

Arming herself with up-to-date information on viral hepatitis has given Nurse Navigator Louise Weller more…

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Team Spotlight: Jessie - Digital Communications Officer
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Posted 8 March, 2021

Each month we’re featuring a member of the Hepatitis Queensland team so you can get…

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David's Story: Hep C made me stronger
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Posted 8 March, 2021

There was a time when David did not tell people he had hep C. Despite…

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Hiring Now: Programs Manager
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Posted 1 March, 2021

Are you innovative and energetic with a passion for making a difference? Hepatitis Queensland is…

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Team Spotlight: Pam - Board President
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Posted 9 February, 2021

Each month we’re featuring a member of the Hepatitis Queensland team so you can get…

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Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) study
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Posted 9 February, 2021

Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) – a condition in which fat accumulates in the liver…

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Board Member Opportunity
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Posted 21 January, 2021

About Hepatitis Queensland Hepatitis Queensland is the peak body for the hepatitis and liver health…

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Help fight viral hepatitis: Call for stories
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Posted 19 January, 2021

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Team Spotlight: Jeanette - Community Outreach Nurse
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Posted 12 January, 2021

Each month we’re featuring a member of the Hepatitis Queensland team so you can get…

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Five common liver cancer myths
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Posted 12 January, 2021

In honour of World Cancer Day on the 4th of February, Hepatitis Queensland is busting…

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Alcohol tips during the festive season
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Posted 22 December, 2020

The holiday season usually means getting together with family and friends to celebrate and be…

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Team Spotlight: Jenny - Administration Manager
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Posted 8 December, 2020

Each month we’re featuring a member of the Hepatitis Queensland team so you can get…

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NAFLD vs MAFLD: Why the debate?
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Posted 8 December, 2020

Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is the most common cause of liver disease in Australia.…

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Team Spotlight: Nicky Newley-Guivarra
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Posted 12 November, 2020

Each month we’re featuring a member of the Hepatitis Queensland team so you can get…

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Hepatitis Queensland turns 25
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Posted 2 November, 2020

This year Hepatitis Queensland celebrates its 25th birthday. The organisation was originally formed in 1995…

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Team Spotlight: Lana - Project Officer
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Posted 20 October, 2020

Each month we’re featuring a member of the Hepatitis Queensland team so you can get…

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Better Access to Liver Cancer Medicines
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Posted 5 October, 2020

Australians living with liver cancer will soon have new treatment options with changes to the…

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#OctoberIs4Livers - Liver Cancer Awareness Month
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Posted 1 October, 2020

#OctoberIs4Livers is a global campaign to raise awareness of liver cancer and Hepatitis Queensland is…

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2020 Annual General Meeting Notice
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Posted 30 September, 2020

This year’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) for Hepatitis Queensland will be held a little differently…

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What are the barriers stopping someone getting tested for hepatitis C?
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Posted 24 September, 2020

Since the introduction of direct-acting antivirals (DAAs) on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) in 2016,…

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Hepatitis C testing: Who do we need to test?
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Posted 24 September, 2020

Nationally there has been a push to increase the number of people who are being…

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Staff Spotlight: Sam - Operations Manager
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Posted 16 September, 2020

Each month we’re featuring a member of the Hepatitis Queensland team so you can get…

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Artist unites hepatitis B community
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Posted 15 September, 2020

We are incredibly thrilled to reveal a new art piece created by acclaimed artist Joe…

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Dental health and hepatitis
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Posted 31 August, 2020

Seeing a dentist is one of those ‘grown up’ things that people are either fine…

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Communication and Nurses Important to Service Delivery Post COVID-19
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Posted 10 August, 2020

Hepatitis Queensland's recent online forum uncovered a number of insights into viral hepatitis service delivery…

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World Hepatitis Day highlights
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Posted 5 August, 2020

Once again World Hepatitis Day was celebrated far and wide with an overwhelming response from…

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Queenslanders encouraged to check in with their liver
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Posted 28 July, 2020

More Queenslanders than ever before are being admitted to hospital due to liver disease with…

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Queensland treatment of hepatitis B and C not on track
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Posted 20 July, 2020

​The latest edition of the Viral Hepatitis Mapping Report highlights great progress has been made…

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New Hepatitis B Project Announcement
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Posted 11 June, 2020

Hepatitis Queensland is very excited to announce that work has begun on a brand new…

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Bridging the Gap Forum Insights and Video Now Available
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Posted 11 June, 2020

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Hepatitis Queensland facilitated a virtual forum to hear how…

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SWITCH Grant Winners Announced
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Posted 29 May, 2020

We’re excited to announce the winners of our World Hepatitis Day SWITCH Grants! The following…

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National Taskforce on BBVs and COVID-19
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Posted 15 April, 2020

The Australasian Society for HIV, Viral Hepatitis and Sexual Health Medicine (ASHM) has announced the…

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World Hepatitis Day Grants Now Open
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Posted 7 April, 2020

During these challenging times it’s important we continue to support our communities and raise awareness…

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It's Now Even Easier to Prescribe HCV Treatments
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Posted 2 April, 2020

Did you hear the good news? It’s now even easier to prescribe treatment for hepatitis…

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Coronavirus, Hepatitis and Liver Disease
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Posted 17 March, 2020

Coronavirus (COVID-19) has received a lot of media coverage in recent weeks and we understand…

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I don't feel sick, why should I get tested for hepatitis?
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Posted 10 March, 2020

​Just because hepatitis is lazy, doesn’t mean you should be! Hepatitis B and hepatitis C…

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70 Brisbane South GPs and nurses now upskilled to treat hepatitis C
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Posted 17 February, 2020

Over the last eight months, Hepatitis Queensland has engaged with over 100 medical practices in…

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Children and Hepatitis C
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Posted 10 December, 2019

Recently children and hepatitis C is something that is coming up here at Hepatitis Queensland…

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Do I need to tell my boss I have hepatitis B?
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Posted 19 August, 2019

Congratulations, you got the job!! But you have hepatitis B…. Do you need to tell…

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World Hepatitis Day 2019
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Posted 17 July, 2019

Liver cancer is now the fastest increasing cause of cancer deaths in Australia but has…

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Hep B training for the non-clinical workforce
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Posted 20 June, 2019

Hepatitis B is an area of our work that often causes stress and anxiety for…

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Next step: Recalibration after cure
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Posted 5 June, 2019

As people are completing treatment and more people are curing hepatitis C than ever before,…

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An open letter to Australia's political parties
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Posted 7 May, 2019

Federal Election 2019: Leading the National Response to Viral Hepatitis Hepatitis Australia has released the Leading…

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Latest viral hepatitis mapping report released
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Posted 18 April, 2019

The latest Viral Hepatitis Mapping Project National Report has been released and for the first…

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Incorrect media reporting about hepatitis
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Posted 26 March, 2019

At Hepatitis Queensland our vision is to see a Queensland free from the effects of…

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Toothbrushes, teeth and hepatitis
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Posted 20 March, 2019

The connection between World Oral Health Day and hepatitis might seem like a stretch…however there…

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