Let's Treat Syphilis

04/03/2024

On a busy Saturday night, Robert from QC attended Hairy Mary's (Gold Coast's new and only LGBTI bar) to chat to the crowd about mpox vaccinations and STI screening. Check out more about the new space at their socials https://www.facebook.com/hairymairysgc
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24/11/2023

Drug resistant shigella has recently been reported in the Brisbane region.

There have recently been higher than usual cases of shigella within the Brisbane and the Gold Coast region among gay, bi men and men who have s*x with men.

Shigella (shigellosis) is a common diarrhoeal disease caused by a group of bacteria called Shigella.

Please click here to learn more
https://www.comeprepd.info/shigella/

27/10/2023

⏰ did you know that two doses of the MPOX vaccine, given at least 28 days apart, can provide an 80% protection rate against MPOX?

It's time to arm yourself! Get your two free MPOX vaccines today and add a powerful shield to your health defence.

Learn more here: 🛡️ bit.ly/3Dk1Q8c

26/10/2023

No Medicare? No problem! Access to the MPOX vaccine is for everyone. It's safe, effective and an essential step to protect yourself and your community. 🌈

It's time to take a stand against MPOX.

Click the link to find out how you can get your vaccine today, regardless of your Medicare status: 💪 bit.ly/3Dk1Q8c

23/10/2023

🌈 Want to prevent MPOX? It's easier thank you think! 🛡️Protect yourself and your loved ones by following these simple steps:

✔️Get your free vaccines ✔️ Reduce the number of s*xual partners ✔️ Don't share toys ✔️ Routinely check for symptoms - both for you and your partners.

Check out more here: 💪 bit.ly/3Dk1Q8c

21/10/2023

Doubling down on MPOX protection! Get armed against MPOX with two FREE vaccines. Unlike the other vaccines, just two shots are all you need for maximum protection. 💪

Haven't got your 2nd MPOX vaccine yet?
Remember, it can b e administered 28 days after your first shot.

Click the link below to find out more about the vaccination process 🛡️bit.ly/3Dk1Q8c

19/10/2023

🏳️‍🌈 MPOX vaccines are safe and available for everyone! Gay & bi men, it's time to take advantage of the free protection available to you.

Get your two free MPOX vaccines today and boost yourself against the virus.

For more information, click the link below. Let's get vaccinated and stay healthy together! 🌏 bit.ly/3Dk1Q8c

17/08/2023

MPOX vaccines are now closer to you than ever! Whether you're in the heart of the city or the tranquillity of regional locations, Queensland clinics are stocked and ready to serve. 🌳

Find the nearest location to you from our c omprehensive list. Click the link below to find out more. Don't wait, protect yourself and your community today! 🌈bit.ly/3Dk1Q8c

14/08/2023

Are you interested in helping University of Southern Queensland - Australia researchers to develop an artificial intelligence (AI)-assisted, interactive, mobile app to reduce barriers to testing for STIs, link users to other social and health services matched to their particular needs, while preserving their absolute privacy.

Participants will receive $100 to compensate for their time.
Register now to confirm your availability and eligibility. Spaces are limited.

Your involvement could include participation in one or more of the following activities:

• Actively participate in stakeholder engagement workshops
• Work in partnership to develop and pilot test the mobile app prototype
• Collaborate to develop strategies that may reduce barriers to STI testing

If you are interested in participating in the project, contact Dylan at Queensland Council for LGBTI Health - QC on 0431 371 278 or [email protected] and they will let you know about next steps. Spaces are limited.

The project is funded by the Australian Government Department of Health and has been approved by the USQ Human Research Ethics Committee (No. HREC21REA253).

With Queensland Positive People - QPP

07/08/2023

A new public health campaign called Have Fun Butt Play Safe has just been launched!
The campaign aims to promote HIV prevention, awareness and treatment. This campaign features six animated videos and a brochure. It covers a diverse range of topics such as choosing the right doctor, breaking misconceptions about HIV in Australia, navigating language barriers, accessing s*xual health services without Medicare, pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP), and reducing HIV stigma.

These video resources have been co-designed, with and for, the Sub-Saharan African community, as well as Gay Latin and Asian men. However, they can be educational for communities of other ethnic backgrounds. All these topics are approached with the spirit of celebrating s*x positivity and the rich cultures, languages, and ways of thinking amongst multicultural communities.

Check out more at the youtube playlist:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4K2gTTJ7YgK9oPrC3aAg8y9KWxHjdk-g

with Queensland Positive People - QPP, ECCQ - Ethnic Communities Council of Queensland, True Relationships

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18/07/2023

Some of the QCGP+ team, proudly wearing the new Let's Treat Syphilis T-shirts 😈. Visit them at their new location Central Brunswick, 421 Brunswick Street, Fortitude Valley.
To learn more about syphilis prevention & where to get a s*xual health check-up
click 👉 https://letstreatsyphilis.info/testing-directory/

07/06/2023

Some of the amazing team from Ipswich Sexual Health and BBV Service, proudly wearing the new Let's Treat Syphilis Tshirts 😈. To learn more about syphilis prevention & where to get a s*xual health check-up
click 👉 https://letstreatsyphilis.info/testing-directory/

31/03/2023

It can be difficult to talk to partners about STIs, but often partners are supportive and appreciate being informed that they may have been exposed to a transmissible STI like syphilis. To learn about talking to partners, please visit: https://letstreatsyphilis.info/talking-to-partners/
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28/03/2023

Would you like to win $100? All you have to do is click the link below and complete our quick survey about the Let’s Treat Syphilis campaign and you will go into the draw to win a $100 grocery voucher. The survey will only take about 3 minutes to complete.

https://survey.surveymanager.net.au/n/782ugmM

28/03/2023

Big smiles from the friendly Metro North Sexual Health team, proudly wearing the new Let's Treat Syphilis Tshirts 😈. To learn more about syphilis prevention & where to get a s*xual health check-up
click 👉 https://letstreatsyphilis.info/testing-directory/

26/03/2023

It’s possible to get syphilis again, even if you've had it before and have been treated. To learn more about this, please visit: https://letstreatsyphilis.info/test-treat-reinfection/
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24/03/2023

Let’s Treat Syphilis: Trans, Gender Diverse and Non-Binary People
Check out the story with QNews here:

STIs don’t discriminate. Syphilis can affect everyone. Anyone who is s*xually active can contract syphilis, including members of the Trans, Gender Diverse and Non-Binary (TGDNB) communities. Let’s Treat Syphilis is a collaboration of Queensland Council for LGBTI Health (QC) and Queensland Positi...

23/03/2023

Did you know that you can get syphilis from oral s*x? For more information, please visit: https://letstreatsyphilis.info/how-do-you-get-syphilis/
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19/03/2023

Just like many other STIs, condoms with water-based l**e or dams are the most effective way to reduce transmission. If you would like to learn more, or order some free condoms, please visit: https://letstreatsyphilis.info/prevention/
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16/03/2023

An amazing article by QNews regarding syphilis & regional communities 😎

Regional and remote community members are often more at risk of contracting Syphilis. Here’s how the Let’s Treat Syphilis campaign is fighting back. Regional and remote community members can be more at risk of contracting Syphilis. Here’s how the Let’s Treat Syphilis campaign is fighting bac...

16/03/2023

Did you know that syphilis can have no symptoms? Despite some people getting painless sore sat the site of infection in the first few weeks, it is actually common for people to have no symptoms at all. This is why it is so important to get tested every 3 months if you are s*xually active. If you would like to learn more, please visit: https://letstreatsyphilis.info/how-do-you-get-syphilis/
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