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LGBTIQ+ Health Australia Presents: The Latest

LGBTIQ+ Health Australia Presents: The Latest

Auteur(s): LGBTIQ+ Health Australia & JOY 94.9 - LGBTI LGBTIQA+ LGBTQIA+ LGBT LGBTQ LGB Gay Lesbian Trans Intersex Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities
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 LGBTIQ+ Health Australia proudly presents The Latest in LGBTIQ+ Health and Policy, a podcast bringing the latest in LGBTIQ+ health and wellbeing policy to the forefront.LGBTIQ+ Health Australia & JOY Melbourne Inc Hygiène et mode de vie sain
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  • Episode 31: Vaping and LGBTIQ+ Communities

    Episode 31: Vaping and LGBTIQ+ Communities
    Aug 29 2025

    In this episode of The Latest in LGBTIQ+ Health and Policy, host Triana Butler explores the rise of vaping in LGBTIQ+ communities.

    Dr Ruby Grant (La Trobe University), Rachel Anderson (QUIT), and Terence Humphreys (LGBTIQ+ Health Australia) share insights into the latest research, health impacts, and the social factors driving higher vaping rates among our communities.

    The discussion covers:

    • National data showing LGB people are twice as likely to vape as heterosexual people, with increasing use among trans, gender diverse and younger community members.
    • The short- and long-term health impacts of vaping
    • The role of stigma and social connection in shaping vaping practices.
    • Recent changes to federal vaping laws, and how new restrictions affect accessibility and cost.

    Guests also highlight the role of community care, Quitline, and digital tools like My Quit Buddy in supporting people to reduce or quit vaping, and a targeted digital campaign by LHA and Thorne Harbour Health providing resources, awareness, and tailored support for LGBTIQ+ people looking to quit.

    Thinking About Quitting?

    Whether you’re ready now or just thinking about it, there are tools to help. Support is available.

    • Reach out to Quitline or at 13 QUIT (7847)
    • Download the My QuitBuddy app
    • Talk to a trusted health professional

    For more information visit the Touchbase website.

    This podcast was produced by JOY Media – Australia’s Rainbow Community Media Organisation. For more information about JOY’s services, visit joy.org.au/services

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    29 min
  • Episode 30: Professor Nadine Ezard

    Episode 30: Professor Nadine Ezard
    Jul 25 2025
    In this episode of The Latest, we’re joined by Professor Nadine Ezard, one of Australia’s leading voices in harm reduction and public health. With more than 30 years’ experience, Professor Ezard is the inaugural Director of the National Centre for Clinical Research on Emerging Drugs (NCRED) at UNSW and Clinical Director of the Alcohol and Drug Service at St Vincent’s Hospital, Sydney. We explore how stigma and structural barriers continue to shape drug and alcohol services – particularly for LGBTIQ+ people. Professor Ezard speaks candidly about the persistent gaps in data, treatment models, and the visibility of specific communities – including trans, bisexual and intersex people – in both research and care. From the “double stigma” of being LGBTIQ+ and having a substance use disorder, to the role of community-led responses, she calls for smarter, more compassionate approaches to drug education, and for a shift away from criminalisation toward evidence-based public health. We also unpack methamphetamine, GHB, and ketamine use in queer communities – and how understanding the difference between use and disorder is critical to reducing harm. Professor Ezard highlights the power of peer-led models, outlines key policy changes that could have the biggest impact, and shares a sneak peek into upcoming trials – including a world-first clinical treatment for methamphetamine withdrawal. This is an episode full of practical insights, compassionate care, and a call to centre lived experience in our health responses. It’s a must-listen for anyone working in LGBTIQ+ health, harm reduction, or community care. Take home naloxone: saving lives through free access This episode contains reference to the Australian Government’s Take Home Naloxone (THN) program – a national initiative providing free access to naloxone for people at risk of opioid overdose and those likely to witness one. What is naloxone? Naloxone is a life-saving medication that temporarily reverses the effects of opioid overdoses, including those involving prescription opioids like oxycodone and morphine, as well as illicit opioids such as heroin. It works by blocking opioid receptors in the brain, helping restore normal breathing until emergency medical assistance arrives. Naloxone can be administered via nasal spray or injection and is safe to use even if an opioid overdose is not confirmed. About the take home naloxone program Launched nationally in 2022, the THN program aims to reduce opioid-related harm by removing cost and access barriers. Under the program, naloxone is available free of charge and without a prescription at participating pharmacies and other approved sites across Australia. Who should carry naloxone? Anyone who uses opioids – whether prescribed or illicit – or who may witness an overdose should consider carrying naloxone. This includes family members, friends, carers, and frontline workers. With the increasing presence of potent synthetic opioids in various substances, broader access to naloxone is more important than ever. Where to get naloxone Naloxone is available at participating pharmacies, alcohol and other drug treatment centres, needle and syringe programs, and custodial release programs. To find your nearest provider, visit the Department of Health and Aged Care’s website: (health.gov.au). How to use naloxone Naloxone is user-friendly, with clear instructions provided with each product. Training resources, including videos and modules, are available through the Australasian College of Pharmacy and other organisations. Remember, after administering naloxone, it’s crucial to call emergency services (000) immediately, as the medication’s effects are temporary. Further information For more details on the THN program, including resources and training materials, visit the Department of Health and Aged Care’s official page: (health.gov.au). This podcast was produced by JOY Media – Australia’s Rainbow Community Media Organisation. For more information about JOY’s services, visit joy.org.au/services The post Episode 30: Professor Nadine Ezard appeared first on The Latest.
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    36 min
  • Episode 29: Dr Ryan Storr

    Episode 29: Dr Ryan Storr
    Jul 3 2025

    In this episode of The Latest, we’re joined by Dr Ryan Storr, Research Fellow at Swinburne University and co-founder of Proud 2 Play a group that advocates for LGBTIQ+ inclusion in sport.

    Dr Storr walks us through the key findings of his landmark Free to Exist report, the first national study to examine both participation rates and experiences of discrimination among LGBTIQA+ youth in sport. The report paints a sobering picture: young LGBTIQA+ people participate in sport at almost half the rate of their heterosexual and cisgender peers, with many dropping out entirely as they grow older.

    We also discuss how toxic masculinity, peer culture, and lack of consistent anti-discrimination policies are driving this disengagement, while highlighting successful community-driven programs and inclusive sporting spaces that are making a real difference.

    Whether you’re in the sports sector, an advocate, or just someone who cares about inclusion, this conversation offers essential insights into how we can ensure all people feel free to exist — and thrive — in sport.

    Find out more about Proud 2 Play.

    QLife provides anonymous and free LGBTIQ+ peer support and referral for people in Australia wanting to talk about sexuality, gender, bodies, feelings or relationships.

    This podcast was produced by JOY Media – Australia’s Rainbow Community Media Organisation. For more information about JOY’s services, visit joy.org.au/services

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    24 min
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