Viral hepatitis damages the liver, is a potentially deadly disease affecting 2% of the community.  And yet it is preventable, and we need a greater reponse to that more people are tested and treated.
 
Stigma and discrimination is a pressing issue for many people with viral hepatitis and can have a wide-ranging impact on both their own health as well as the community as a whole. When people feel stigmatised, it may affect their ability to access the services that they need. 

It is illegal is Australia to discriminate against anybody on the basis of their hepatitis status – whether hepatitis B or hepatitis C. However, many people with hepatitis continue to report facing negative attitudes and suspicion within their communities and this may lead to them choosing not to disclose their hepatitis status -  keeping hepatitis hidden in the community. 

Hepatitis Victoria works to stop the stigma related to hepatitis by striving to educate the community about the virus and to empower people with hepatitis to become self-advocates and to redress any discrimination they may have experienced – including working with them for the duration of any legal cases. 

We provides training on best practice around hepatitis in relation to infection control procedures and OH&S guidelines.  We also have a Public Speakers Bureau so you can book speakers who will share their lived experience.

Hepatitis Victoria also provides advice and expertise to government and other influential bodies on matters relating to hepatitis. 

For more information see www.hepvic.org.au, or phone our Infoline on 1800703003, or contact us on admin@hepvic.org.au

Hepatitis Victoria

RelateWell Counselling Services are available through a range of targeted psychological support services. Our funded counselling stream makes accessibility to psychological care within everyone's financial reach. Referral not required. GP referral is required to access services via Mental Health Treatment Plans and CAREinMIND Targeted Psychological Support Services (North Western Melbourne). 

Bulk Billing available (eligibility applies).

RelateWell

Merri Health - Victoria Street, Coburg

By seminar. See website for more information. Buteyko Breathing is used for asthma, sleep apnoea, snoring, insomnia, nasal problems, anxiety and general health improvements

Buteyko Health & Breathing Pty Ltd

Buteyko Breathing is used for asthma, sleep apnoea, snoring, insomnia, nasal problems, anxiety and general health improvements

YSAS Head Office

cohealth - Kensington

Australian Centre for Heart Health

Additional Info: With a telephone answering machine available when the office is unattended.

Down Syndrome Victoria

Personal support and information for families with a member with Down syndrome, peer support groups around the state (including MyTime Groups),three journals yearly, a library of resources, education support service, conferences, information for professionals.

EVAC is a clinic run by the Department of Education and Training Victoria at the RVE&E Hospital. It offers program support for low vision and blind school-aged children. 

It is a multidisciplinary team compromising a paediatric ophthalmologist, orthoptist, psychologist and education officer.

Please call for availability.

Education Vision Assessment Clinic

The Indigenous Unit's work focuses on: being the contact point for the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community - Raising awareness and promoting Melbourne's Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander history, culture, issues and achievements through funded events and initiatives.

City of Melbourne

The City of Melbourne provides a wide range of services to meet the diverse needs of residents and City users.

Public Transport
Train - Flinders Street Station / Tram - Swanston Street, Collins Street

Disabled Access
Yes

Hours
8:00am to 5:00pm, Monday to Friday

Initial Contact
Reception - 03 9658 9658

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