This is World AIDS Day 2024. The theme for this year is “It starts with me”, showing that we all have a role to play in reducing HIV related stigma.Stigma reduction has become an increasingly important part of the NSW HIV strategy. Though what is it and what can we do about it?To discuss the research into the detrimental effects of stigma, I am joined by Dr Timothy Broady. He is a senior research fellow from UNSW’s Centre for Social Research in Health. This podcast discusses stigma broadly, but mainly focuses on HIV related stigma among healthcare workers.Resources:ASHM: https://ashm.org.au/resources/stigma-discrimination-resources/ Centre for Social Research in Health (UNSW): https://www.unsw.edu.au/research/csrh/our-projects/stigma-research-streamTo stay up to date with the latest information in sexual health, you can follow us on social media:https://www.facebook.com/SydneySHC https://twitter.com/SydneySHC https://www.linkedin.com/company/sydney-sexual-health-centreHost: Thomas Munro (he/him) Guests: Dr Timothy Broady (he/him), UNSW.We acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation, the traditional custodians of the land on which this podcast was recorded. We pay our respects to the elders past, present, and emerging wherever you are listening from.

In this episode of the podcast we discuss menopause and how it impacts sexual health. This is particularly relevant to people doing sex work that we see in the clinic. Menopause can have major impacts on someone’s professional and personal lives. Staff Specialist Dr. Ros Foster tells us about the clinical aspects and some the research underway at SSHC. Counsellor at the Sex Worker’s Outreach Project (SWOP) Maggie Moylen provides insight into sex worker’s lived experiences of symptoms.More information: Sex Worker’s Outreach Project (SWOP) https://swop.org.au/ NSW Health: https://www.nsw.gov.au/women-nsw/toolkits-and-resources/perimenopause-and-menopause-toolkit Australian Menopause Society: https://www.menopause.org.au/Call the Sexual Health Infolink (SHIL) for more information 1800 451 624.Host: Thomas Munro (he/him) Guests: Dr. Rosalind Foster (she/her), Staff Specialist, SSHC Maggie Moylen (she/her), Counsellor, SWOPTo stay up to date with the latest information in sexual health, follow us on social media:www.facebook.com/SydneySHC www.twitter.com/SydneySHC www.instagram.com/sydneysexualhealth/ www.linkedin.com/company/sydney-s…al-health-centreWe acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation, the traditional custodians of the land on which this podcast was produced. We pay our respects to the elders past, present, and emerging wherever you are listening from.

In this episode of the podcast we discuss some of the common presentations we see at Sydney Sexual Health Centre that aren’t necessarily sexually transmitted infections. Though they aren’t sexually transmitted it can sometimes be difficult to know what it is based on symptoms alone. It is still important to get it checked out by a GP or at a sexual health clinic to look after your sexual health. We discuss thrush, bacterial vaginosis, and some other common conditions that people will come to see us about.More information: Family Planning Fact Sheets: https://www.fpnsw.org.au/factsheets MSHC Fact Sheets: https://www.mshc.org.au/sexual-health/sexual-health-fact-sheets Play Safe Fact Sheets: https://playsafe.health.nsw.gov.au/common-stis/ Mpox: https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/Infectious/factsheets/Pages/mpox.aspx#:~:text=Mpox%20is%20an%20infection%E2%80%8B,who%20have%20sex%20with%20men.Call the Sexual Health Infolink (SHIL) for more information 1800 451 624.Host: Thomas Munro (he/him) Guests: Dr. Prashanthi Mathew (she/her) Sexual Health Registrar, SSHCTo stay up to date with the latest information in sexual health, follow us on social media:www.facebook.com/SydneySHC www.twitter.com/SydneySHC www.instagram.com/sydneysexualhealth/ www.linkedin.com/company/sydney-s…al-health-centreWe acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation, the traditional custodians of the land on which this podcast was produced. We pay our respects to the elders past, present, and emerging wherever you are listening from.

In this short update you’ll hear about the evidence for Doxy-PEP, who might be suitable, and the risks/benefits involved. All in under 15 minutes!More information: https://ashm.org.au/about/news/doxy-pep-statement/Call the Sexual Health Infolink (SHIL) for more information 1800 451 624.Host: Thomas Munro (he/him) Guests: Dr. Luke Cannon (he/him) Sexual Health Registrar, SSHCTo stay up to date with the latest information in sexual health, follow us on social media:www.facebook.com/SydneySHC www.twitter.com/SydneySHC www.instagram.com/sydneysexualhealth/ www.linkedin.com/company/sydney-s…al-health-centreWe acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation, the traditional custodians of the land on which this podcast was produced. We pay our respects to the elders past, present, and emerging wherever you are listening from.

HIV Testing Week occurs every year during the first week of June. This health awareness week aims to encourage clinicians to incorporate HIV testing into their practice.In this podcast we hear from Clinical Professor Louise Owen who shares the need to test for HIV more often and ‘rule out’ HIV as a cause when a patient presents with possible symptoms. Then we hear from Dianne Nyoni, a heterosexual woman living with HIV. She shares her experience despite not being a member of the groups that would typically be thought of when offering HIV testing.More information: The SESLHD Blood Borne Virus Testing Policy https://www.seslhd.health.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/SESLHDPD%20330%20-%20Blood%20Borne%20Virus%20Testing.pdfHost: Thomas Munro (he/him) Guests: Clinical Professor Louise Owen, Staff Specialist SSHC (she/her) Dianne Nyoni, Former Consumer Representative for the SESLHD HIV Outreach Team (she/her)This podcast was developed in collaboration with the HIV And Related Programs (HARP) team within SESLHD.To stay up to date with the latest information in sexual health, follow us on social media:www.facebook.com/SydneySHC www.twitter.com/SydneySHC www.instagram.com/sydneysexualhealth/ www.linkedin.com/company/sydney-s…al-health-centreWe acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation, the traditional custodians of the land on which this podcast was produced. We pay our respects to the elders past, present, and emerging wherever you are listening from.

In this episode we take a steamy look at what it is like to offer sexual health testing in a sex on premises venue (SOPV). First we meet Ty, one of the managers of 357 Sydney City Steam. He takes us on a guided tour through what it is like to visit a sauna and shares some of his inspiration for making 357 a welcoming space for a diverse clientele. He also gives us a sneak peak at some of the plans for their new venue. Then we hear from Timmy, a former SSHC CNC, who conducted sexual health testing at 357. He tells us about the benefits and challenges of offering sexual health testing in a non-clinical setting.357 has now closed down and is currently operating at a new venue called SaunaX at the former Bodyline Sauna site.Host: Thomas Munro (he/him) Guests: Ty Dovans (he/him), manager of 357 Timmy Lockwood (he/him), former clinical nurse consultant SSHCTo stay up to date with the latest information in sexual health, follow us on social media:www.facebook.com/SydneySHC twitter.com/SydneySHC www.instagram.com/sydneysexualhealth/ www.linkedin.com/company/sydney-s…al-health-centreWe acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation, the traditional custodians of the land on which this podcast was produced. We pay our respects to the elders past, present, and emerging wherever you are listening from.

Trans and gender diverse healthcare is often seen as a niche specialty. Though there are things that we can all be doing to make sure we are affirming and welcoming.In this podcast we discuss the structural barriers trans and gender diverse people face when accessing health services, some of the services available, the new LGBTIQ+ NSW Health Strategy, and how we can all help create gender affirming services in healthcare or in the broader community.Resources:Information: https://www.transhub.org.au/ https://auspath.org.au/ https://www.wpath.org/Services: https://gendercentre.org.au/ https://twenty10.org.au/ https://www.acon.org.au/e-learning https://ashm.org.au/lms/ashm-acons-trans-and-gender-diverse-sexual-health-care-e-learning/Host: Thomas Munro (he/him) Guests: Maggie Smith (they/them), T150 Clinic Albion Centre, SESLHD Merryn Kellie (they/she), SESLHDTo stay up to date with the latest information in sexual health, follow us on social media:www.facebook.com/SydneySHC twitter.com/SydneySHC www.instagram.com/sydneysexualhealth/ www.linkedin.com/company/sydney-s…al-health-centreWe acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation, the traditional custodians of the land on which this podcast was produced. We pay our respects to the elders past, present, and emerging wherever you are listening from.