Note: This program is no longer being distributed by the Rural Health Education Foundation. These program details are provided for information only.

This broadcast will provide information about the incidence, prevalence and mode of transmission of HIV.

The program will outline risk assessment and testing procedures for HIV, including pre- and post-test counselling, confidentiality, post-exposure prophylaxis and when to test for hepatitis C.

The panel will discuss models of clinical care available to General Practitioners and other health professionals, and address the psychological, emotional and social issues associated with living with HIV.

The broadcast will also provide information about resources available to health care workers to assist in treating and caring for people with HIV.

— Chair: Geraldine Doogue, Presenter of Life Matters on ABC Radio National.
— Dr Sean Riminton, Clinical Immunologist/HIV Medicine, Concord and Royal Prince Alfred Hospitals, Sydney.
— David Menadue, Vice President, People Living with HIV/AIDS Victoria.
— Dr Ken Hazelton, General Practitioner, Orange NSW.
— Dr Marisa Gilles, Director of a WA Public Health Unit.

100 minutes.

This program was first broadcast on Tuesday 20 February 2001.

You can purchase a copy of this program on DVD or VHS video.

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