What you'll learn in this expert session
After a lull over the COVID era, sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are again on the rise. In this presentation, Prof Jason Ong will present, through a series of case studies, what is happening in Australia in terms of STIs - which infections are prevalent, how do they present and who is most at risk. Importantly, Prof Ong will also discuss the latest Australian guideline recommendations on the detection, diagnosis and treatment of patients with an STI in primary care so cases can be identified earlier and the spread of these diseases contained.
About the Expert
Prof Jason Ong
Prof Jason Ong is an academic sexual health physician with a passion for research among marginalised populations. He has a unique combination of skills and experiences of being a clinician, health economist and epidemiologist. He focuses his research on giving a voice to the voiceless and enjoys the challenge of shining light on taboo topics, to enable better decision-making.