Friends and Supporters of Pozhet

27/07/2025

HEPATITIS AWARENESS WEEK 2025
The only way to know if you have chronic hepatitis B is by getting a hepatitis B blood test. It is quick and easy.
https://www.mhahs.org.au/index.php/en/hepatitis/hepatitis-b-testing

22/07/2025

Syphilis testing for all.
Syphilis is a serious s*xually transmissible infection (STI) that is passed on from one person to another during s*x.
You might not have any symptoms. Without treatment, syphilis can seriously damage your health.
Get tested, treated and cured!
For more information and to find your closest testing service, contact Sexual Health Info Link on 1800 451 624
Friends and Supporters of Pozhet

19/07/2025

Your germs don’t need a social life—keep them home where they belong 🦠https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/Infectious/respiratory/

Friends and Supporters of Pozhet

17/07/2025

Plasma Donation Rules Have Changed for the Better
From July, more LGBTQIA+ people can donate plasma, if they have one regular s*xual partner. The Red Cross has updated its rules after years of people asking for change, and it's a big step toward more equal and inclusive donation policies.
Learn more at: https://ow.ly/YI2J50Wqg00
Friends and Supporters of Pozhet

11/07/2025

Ever wondered how s*x and relationships work when you are HIV positive?
Watch the video, get insight into people living with HIV and how they navigate their personal experience through laughter and understanding.
Humour can normalize the experience of living with HIV, making it feel less isolating. When people share a laugh about something that others may see as taboo or serious, it reinforces the idea that living with HIV doesn’t mean living in shame or silence.
For people living with HIV, finding a community of others who understand their journey can be essential.
Please visit Pozhet and view the complete series. https://pozhet.org.au/hivstigmacampaign

08/07/2025

Ever wondered if gay people are the only ones who get HIV?
Watch the latest video, get insight into people living with HIV and how they navigate their personal experience through laughter and understanding.

HIV is still often associated with stigma, particularly due to misconceptions about how it’s transmitted. Using humour to address these misconceptions can break down barriers and create space for open conversations.
Please visit Pozhet and view the complete series.
https://pozhet.org.au/hivstigmacampaign

06/07/2025

Protect yourself and family this winter, so you don’t miss a thing.
Respiratory illnesses like RSV, COVID-19 and Influenza can have serious effects for people aged 65 and over.
Getting vaccinated is the best way to protect yourself from serious illness this winter.
For more advice, talk to your GP, pharmacist or Aboriginal Medical Service (AMS) about getting the vaccine that is right for you.
Learn more at health.nsw.gov.au/respiratory
Friends and Supporters of Pozhet

05/07/2025

Travelling overseas? Make sure you and your family are protected before you go.
You can avoid diseases and other health conditions by planning ahead for any vaccinations you may need.
Bring back stories, not sickness.
For more information about travel vaccinations, visit https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/travel/Pages/vaccinations.aspx
https://pozhet.org.au/hiv-prevention/travel-tips/
Friends and Supporters of Pozhet

Vaccination is important to protect you against diseases.

04/07/2025

Injured or unwell and need medical care? Call healthdirect and speak to a registered nurse who will help you get the care you need. They can find you a nearby doctor, pharmacist, urgent care service, connect you to specialist virtual care, or provide advice on how to care for yourself at home.
healthdirect is free and available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Save this number: 1800 022 222 or visit https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/callhealthdirect
Friends and Supporters of Pozhet

26/06/2025

Vaccines keep you healthy which means more time to spend with your family and your community.

Vaccinations are also a simple and effective way to protect those around you from serious diseases.

For more information about vaccinations, visit: https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/vaccinationinfo