WA Sexual Health Update: Syphilis Contact Tracing and Partner Notification: Utilising Digital Technology | Online

A syphilis outbreak was identified in the Kimberley region in mid-2014 and is an ongoing concern across Western Australia, including metro Perth, today. Timely testing and treatment of sexual partners is critical to avoid complications and reduce the duration of infectiousness. Increasingly, digital technology is being utilised to facilitate syphilis contact tracing and partner notification; however, in Western Australia, there are several barriers to utilising digital technology for this purpose.  

This session will provide a forum to discuss the complexities of the issue, including the considerations for antenatal care and vulnerable populations utilising these platforms. The panel will also discuss plans to overcome barriers to enable better access to various services for Western Australians.  

Date and Time:  Monday, 26 February 2024 | 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm (AWST).  

 Target Audience:  GPs, GP registrars, nurse practitioners, practice nurses, and other health professionals working in primary care settings. 

 Speakers: The panel discussion will be facilitated by Cherie Bennet, Medical Educator, ASHM  

The panellists are: 

• Dr Ben Scalley, Medical Director, Metropolitan Communicable Disease Control 
• Naomi Nelson, Aboriginal Health Team Coordinator, Metropolitan Communicable Disease Control 
• Additional panellists to be confirmed   

Course Components: 

• Attendance at course on 26 February 2024, 12.00 pm – 1.00 pm (AWST)  
• Post-course survey 

Learning Outcomes: 

• Summarise the current and emerging barriers to utilising digital technology for syphilis contact tracing and partner notification.  
• Determine special considerations in antenatal care settings and for vulnerable populations.  
• Assess the recommendations to overcome barriers towards utilisation and access. 

Endorsement and CPD: 

This is a CPD Accredited Activity for 1 Educational Activity hours under the RACGP CPD Program for the 2023-2025 triennium.

Pending accreditation with ACRRM.

Funding: 

This activity is funded by the Western Australian Department of Health. 

For more information: 

Please contact ASHM Education at education@ashm.org.au or call 0431 320 429. 

Click HERE to register.