Increased Australian mpox cases highlight the need for early detection and management by healthcare providers to prevent further spread.
ASHM, in collaboration with Queensland Health, is hosting a Mpox webinar for all Queensland Primary health care practitioners, sexual health providers and emergency department clinicians. The webinar aims to support the:
- Understanding of the epidemiology of mpox in Queensland and Australia, along with the corresponding public health responses.
- Development of strategies to enhance mpox vaccination rates within your clinic.
- Recognition indications for mpox testing by understanding its signs and symptoms.
Endorsement and CPD
HIV s100 Prescribers will receive 1 ASHM HIV CPD point for attending the session. RACGP Accreditation pending.
Speakers
- Mark Stickley, Public Health Physician, Metro South Public Health Unit
- Andrew Redmond, Infectious Diseases Physician, Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital
- Caroline Thng, Medical Director, Sexual Health Service, Gold Coast
- Ethan Salleh, GP, Gladstone Road Medical Centre
Details
- Date: Tuesday, 13 August 2024
- Time: 6:00 – 7:15pm (AEST)
- Location: Online – Teams (link will be provided after registering)