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Working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples

Blood Borne Viruses (BBV) and Sexually Transmissible Infections (STI) Research Program

Action description: 

Blood Borne Viruses (BBV) and Sexually Transmissible Infections (STI) Research Program to develop evidence-based policy for managing and preventing BBV and STIs, with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people a priority population. The research program further supports the Fifth National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Blood Borne Viruses and Sexually Transmissible Infections (BBV STI) Strategy.

Priority reform: 
Priority Reform Four
Outcome: 
Outcome 01
Status: 
Existing
Is this Indigenous specific?: 
No
Indicators: 
All-cause mortality, Leading causes of death, Potential avoidable mortality rates
Responsible Ministers: 
Minister for Health and Aged Care
Resourcing: 
$17.6 million
Delivery timeframe: 
Expected completion by 30 June 2026
Agency: 
Department of Health and Aged Care