Author Archives: Peter at pozhet

The Narrative of a Heterosexual Man with HIV

‘One in five people diagnosed with HIV are heterosexual, and I’m one of them’ George* was working in the security field which involved breaking up fights, contact with blood and vomit, and even getting stabbed. George also had an active sex life, involving multiple partners […]

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Workforce Interview

The Western Suburbs Haven in Blacktown provides a variety of services for people living with HIV and their partners and families. The Manager, Colleen Neville has kindly agreed to tell us more about what the Haven does. Hi Colleen, Could you tell us a little […]

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Pozhet Drop-In Wednesday November 7

The next Pozhet Drop-In will be held on Wednesday November 7 from 2-4pm, at 18 Marsden Street Camperdown Come along to meet others, get support and information or just have a chat. For more information or to RSVP, call our Freecall number 1800 812 404 […]

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Pozhet Spring Retreat, bigger and better!

In September Pozhet held a Retreat for heterosexual people with HIV in a lovely location in a regional area North of Sydney. The Retreat was also open to partners and family members of people with HIV. As always we prioritised people who are newly diagnosed, people from Aboriginal and culturally diverse backgrounds, and those experiencing isolation in remote areas of NSW.

28 people attended the Retreat, with a good mix of men and women, negative partners (more…)

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What is My Health Record?

My Health Record is an online summary of your key health information. You can choose to share your health information with your doctors, hospitals and other healthcare providers. Later this year, a secure My Health Record will be created for you. The project aims to […]

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