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31 May 2023

Pride Month 2023: a time for celebration & action

It’s June, so you know what that means—Pride Month! We love that people from all walks of life are able to celebrate love, acceptance, and equality throughout the month.

31 May 2023

Supporting seasonal staff: how our HIML educators assist some of Australia's most crucial workers

Everyone deserves safe and reliable healthcare. But, for seasonal workers in Australia, navigating the healthcare system can be difficult, and the barriers to accessing health services can be high.

6 Jan 2023

Congratulations Dr. Angela Smith!

True physician Dr Angela Smith has recently completed her Sexual Health Medicine Physician training and is now a Fellow of the Australian Chapter of Sexual Health Medicine, which is part of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians.

6 Jan 2023

True’s Dr Haller gives evidence on barriers to reproductive healthcare at Senate inquiry

Dr. Danielle Haller recently gave a submission at the Brisbane public hearing for the Senate enquiry into Universal Reproductive and Sexual Health.

28 Nov 2022

Karen Struthers joins True as new CEO

We’re delighted to announce that Karen Struthers has been appointed as our new CEO.

1 Nov 2022

Our sexual hang-ups are hanging kids out to dry

One of the most important studies of recent years has gone largely under the radar. But as schools get ready to welcome students back for the year, it deserves our attention.

1 Nov 2022

How COVID-19 allowed us to deliver health information in language

Getting accurate health information can be difficult at the best of times. But for people whose first language isn’t English, it can be especially difficult and come with added challenges, like knowing where to turn for reputable advice or learning how to navigate the Australian healthcare system. Addressing these barriers is why Health in My Language (HIML) was created.

27 Sep 2022

Lady Peeps aims to reduce syphilis infections by encouraging STI testing

Lady Peeps is a reminder that all sexually active people could potentially have an STI, but only a small number get tested. If a syphilis infection isn’t treated, the signs and symptoms may go away, but the infection can remain in the body and cause long-term health issues, with flow-on effects for people become pregnant, including miscarriage, stillbirth, or physical and intellectual disabilities in unborn babies.

15 Sep 2022

Governor of Queensland named Patron of True

We’re delighted to announce that Her Excellency the Honourable Dr Jeanette Young PSM, Governor of Queensland, is a Patron of True Relationships & Reproductive Health for the duration of her term in office.