News
09 Apr 2020
CEO Update: Long Weekend
Thorne Harbour Health CEO, Simon Ruth, addresses our LGBTIQ and PLHIV communities as we head into the long weekend to say THANK YOU and encourage everyone to continue to look after themselves and those around them during the 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19).
31 Mar 2020
Trans Day of Visibility 2020
This Transgender Day of Visibility, Thorne Harbour would like to acknowledge and celebrate a number of ground-breaking TGD-led initiatives in Victorian healthcare. A big congratulations to all the dedicated transgender and gender diverse community advocates who have made this possible – and big love to all of our wider TGD community!
26 Mar 2020
CEO Update: Sex & COVID-19
Following the last update on physical distancing, Thorne Harbour Health CEO Simon Ruth addresses community concerns around sex during the 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19) health crisis.
20 Mar 2020
CEO Update: Physical Distancing and COVID-19
On Friday 20 March, Thorne Harbour Health CEO Simon Ruth addressed our LGBTI and PLHIV communities about the importance of physical distancing in response to the 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19).
18 Mar 2020
Remembering Community Hero Chris Polden
Over the weekend, Melbourne’s inner east saw three people die as the result of a random stabbing spree. Thorne Harbour Health honours one of the victims, Chris Polden.
17 Mar 2020
Sex, Intimacy and Coronavirus
While COVID-19 isn't a sexually transmitted infection, we've had a lot of questions from the community about how coronavirus may impact the way we hook up.
16 Mar 2020
Update on COVID-19 for PLHIV
Thorne Harbour Health, Living Positive Victoria, and Positive Women Victoria are encouraging people living with HIV (PLHIV) to take additional precautions in the face of the changing landscape around 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19).
12 Mar 2020
2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Recently, the community has been talking a lot about 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19). While you may be worried and this health risk may pose serious concerns, it’s important that we stay informed with accurate information. We’ve already started making plans should we need to take action in response to the changing landscape around COVID-19.
06 Mar 2020
PLC Activities Calendar: March- July 2020
The next issue of the PLC Newsletter is just around the corner, but until then, check out the latest PLC Activities Calendar.
28 Feb 2020
Coronavirus (COVID-19) update and advice for people living with HIV
UPDATED 4 March 2020: COVID-19 Joint statement from Living Positive Victoria, Positive Women Victoria & Thorne Harbour Health.
19 Feb 2020
Women's Advisory Group
We're seeking expressions of interest for our LGBTIQ Women's Advisory Group. This is your chance to play a pivotal role in the development of our women's health and wellbeing services.
13 Feb 2020
What You Need to Know About Amyl Nitrate/Poppers
New rules have gone into effect from 1 February 2023 for anyone seeking to purchase or use alkyl nitrites, commonly known as ‘amyl’ or ‘poppers’. Find out what you need to know to stay safe when using and buying.