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  1. Hepatitis

    Hepatitis is an umbrella term for several diseases that affect the liver.

  2. Hepatitis A

    Immunisation is the best protection against hepatitis A infection and it is recommended for people in high-risk groups.

  3. Hepatitis B

    Hepatitis B is a viral infection that affects the liver and can lead to serious illness or death.

  4. Hepatitis C

    In Australia, hepatitis C is most often spread through the sharing of drug injecting equipment. New all oral combination treatment has greatly improved health outcomes for people with hepatitis C.

  5. Hepatitis B – immunisation

    Immunisation against hepatitis B reduces the risk of infection in babies.

  6. HIV, hepatitis and sport

    People with HIV or hepatitis B or C participate in a wide range of sports without restrictions, and the risk of transmission to another player is extremely small.

  7. HIV - infection control in hospitals

    How hospitals reduce the risk HIV, hepatitis B and C - includes blood donation and transfusions, infection control and prevention for hospital workers, patients and visitors and where to get help.

  8. Oral sex

    Oral sex is using your mouth, lips or tongue to stimulate your partner’s genitals or anus. Includes consent, risks, STIs, reducing risk, avoiding oral sex and where to get help.

  9. How drugs affect your body

    Drugs affect your body’s central nervous system. They affect how you think, feel and behave.

  10. Home tattooing

    Home tattooing, or getting tattoos overseas, puts you at risk of serious complications that can be debilitating and life-long.

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