Managing Tests and Stress<\/h2>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/hepatitissa.asn.au\/communitynews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/managing-stress-tiny.png\")
<\/a><\/figure>\nManaging the stress of medical appointments<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\nLondon British Liver Trust 2024. 5p.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nSome tips to help prepare you for any medical appointments including: deciding what you want from the appointment, stress busting techniques while waiting; how to manage medical interactions – and how to follow up afterwards. Contains links to further information.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
\nWorried about getting a blood test? 5 tips to make them easier (and still accurate)<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\nThe Conversation, Melbourne\/Sydney, 2023. 4p article.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nThis article discusses the processes involved in taking blood and what happens after it\u2019s collected. It gives advice about the best way to prepare for a variety of blood tests, tips for improving the experience, and what may happen after the test<\/p>\n<\/div>![\"\"](\"https:\/\/hepatitissa.asn.au\/communitynews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/blood-test-tiny.png\")
<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nPlanning Your Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
It’s not unusual to come away from a medical appointment thinking, “should have asked that”. These tips are useful for preparing your questions so you get the most out of your appointments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/a><\/figure>\nQuestion Builder<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\nHealthDirect & Aust Commission on Safety & Quality in Healthcare, Canberra, 2017. Interactive website and 3p. printout.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Be ready for any medical appointment by creating a list of general questions to ask your doctor or specialist. A range of questions can be chosen to cover any queries about symptoms, tests, costs, treatment options, risks, benefits etc. and the list can be printed to take to your appointment.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
\nHelpful questions for your next liver check<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nHepatitis Queensland, Brisbane, 2023. 1p factsheet<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nA single page with specific questions about liver tests and what they might show, with space for notes, designed to be taken with you to GP appointments.<\/p>\n<\/div>![\"\"](\"https:\/\/hepatitissa.asn.au\/communitynews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/helpful-questions-tiny.png\")
<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nUnderstanding Hepatitis B Tests and Results<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
A hepatitis B test (to see if you have hep B or to check for immunity) can involve terminology that is complex and can be difficult to understand, including HBsAg positive, hep B surface antibody, hepatitis B surface antigen and anti-HBs reactive. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
![\"\"](\"https:\/\/hepatitissa.asn.au\/communitynews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/hb-test-results.png\")
<\/a><\/figure>\nYour Hepatitis B Test Results Explained<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\nHepatitis SA, Adelaide. 5p.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nThese five information sheets explain in simple, easy to understand language what the common hepatitis B results mean. Each sheet corresponds to a set of results. Find the one that matches yours to see what your results mean for you and what you need to do.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
\nHepatitis B Testing<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\nHepatitis SA & SA Health, Adelaide. 1p.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nThis chart from SA Health explains what the tests measure and what the results indicate.<\/p>\n<\/div>![\"\"](\"https:\/\/hepatitissa.asn.au\/communitynews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/hep-b-test.png\")
<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/hepatitissa.asn.au\/communitynews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/hep-B-test-chart-Kor.png\")
<\/a><\/figure>\nHepatitis B Testing Chart<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\nHepatitis NSW, Sydney. 1p.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Infographic charts showing hepatitis B testing results are available here<\/a>. To download, scroll down to \u2018What does your hepatitis B test result mean\u2019. Available in Chinese, English and Korean.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\nWhat you need to know about telehealth for hepatitis (B or C)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Hepatitis NSW, Sydney Hepatitis NSW 2022 (updated. 3p.)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nIf you prefer to have an appointment over the phone or via a screen (smartphone, laptop, computer or tablet) you could ask if telehealth appointments are available. These web pages explain eligibility, benefits, how to access, additional services and follow up appointment information.
Information on telehealth and hepatitis C<\/a>.
Information on telehealth and hepatitis B<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>![\"\"](\"https:\/\/hepatitissa.asn.au\/communitynews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/telehealth-tiny.png\")
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nCodes of Conduct<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
If you\u2019re ever concerned about your interactions with any health practitioners: there are codes of conduct that will explain your rights to be treated fairly and with respect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/a><\/figure>\nCodes of conduct<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\nAustralian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra), Sydney, 2022.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nInformation about the codes for registered health practitioners (including dental, physiotherapy, pharmacy etc) can be found at the Ahpra site<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\nGood medical practice: a code of conduct for doctors in Australia<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\nAustralian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra), October 2020<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nInformation about the code for Australian medical doctors is also available at the Ahpra site<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>![\"\"](\"https:\/\/hepatitissa.asn.au\/communitynews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/gp-code-tiny.png\")
<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nLearning About Medications<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
<\/a><\/figure>Managing the stress of medical appointments<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\nLondon British Liver Trust 2024. 5p.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nSome tips to help prepare you for any medical appointments including: deciding what you want from the appointment, stress busting techniques while waiting; how to manage medical interactions – and how to follow up afterwards. Contains links to further information.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
\nWorried about getting a blood test? 5 tips to make them easier (and still accurate)<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\nThe Conversation, Melbourne\/Sydney, 2023. 4p article.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nThis article discusses the processes involved in taking blood and what happens after it\u2019s collected. It gives advice about the best way to prepare for a variety of blood tests, tips for improving the experience, and what may happen after the test<\/p>\n<\/div><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nPlanning Your Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
It’s not unusual to come away from a medical appointment thinking, “should have asked that”. These tips are useful for preparing your questions so you get the most out of your appointments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/a><\/figure>\nQuestion Builder<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\nHealthDirect & Aust Commission on Safety & Quality in Healthcare, Canberra, 2017. Interactive website and 3p. printout.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Be ready for any medical appointment by creating a list of general questions to ask your doctor or specialist. A range of questions can be chosen to cover any queries about symptoms, tests, costs, treatment options, risks, benefits etc. and the list can be printed to take to your appointment.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
\nHelpful questions for your next liver check<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nHepatitis Queensland, Brisbane, 2023. 1p factsheet<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nA single page with specific questions about liver tests and what they might show, with space for notes, designed to be taken with you to GP appointments.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nUnderstanding Hepatitis B Tests and Results<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
A hepatitis B test (to see if you have hep B or to check for immunity) can involve terminology that is complex and can be difficult to understand, including HBsAg positive, hep B surface antibody, hepatitis B surface antigen and anti-HBs reactive. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/a><\/figure>\nYour Hepatitis B Test Results Explained<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\nHepatitis SA, Adelaide. 5p.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nThese five information sheets explain in simple, easy to understand language what the common hepatitis B results mean. Each sheet corresponds to a set of results. Find the one that matches yours to see what your results mean for you and what you need to do.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
\nHepatitis B Testing<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\nHepatitis SA & SA Health, Adelaide. 1p.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nThis chart from SA Health explains what the tests measure and what the results indicate.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/a><\/figure>\nHepatitis B Testing Chart<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\nHepatitis NSW, Sydney. 1p.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Infographic charts showing hepatitis B testing results are available here<\/a>. To download, scroll down to \u2018What does your hepatitis B test result mean\u2019. Available in Chinese, English and Korean.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\nWhat you need to know about telehealth for hepatitis (B or C)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Hepatitis NSW, Sydney Hepatitis NSW 2022 (updated. 3p.)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nIf you prefer to have an appointment over the phone or via a screen (smartphone, laptop, computer or tablet) you could ask if telehealth appointments are available. These web pages explain eligibility, benefits, how to access, additional services and follow up appointment information.
Information on telehealth and hepatitis C<\/a>.
Information on telehealth and hepatitis B<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nCodes of Conduct<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
If you\u2019re ever concerned about your interactions with any health practitioners: there are codes of conduct that will explain your rights to be treated fairly and with respect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/a><\/figure>\nCodes of conduct<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\nAustralian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra), Sydney, 2022.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nInformation about the codes for registered health practitioners (including dental, physiotherapy, pharmacy etc) can be found at the Ahpra site<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\nGood medical practice: a code of conduct for doctors in Australia<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\nAustralian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra), October 2020<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nInformation about the code for Australian medical doctors is also available at the Ahpra site<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nLearning About Medications<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Some tips to help prepare you for any medical appointments including: deciding what you want from the appointment, stress busting techniques while waiting; how to manage medical interactions – and how to follow up afterwards. Contains links to further information.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
Worried about getting a blood test? 5 tips to make them easier (and still accurate)<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\nThe Conversation, Melbourne\/Sydney, 2023. 4p article.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nThis article discusses the processes involved in taking blood and what happens after it\u2019s collected. It gives advice about the best way to prepare for a variety of blood tests, tips for improving the experience, and what may happen after the test<\/p>\n<\/div><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nPlanning Your Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
It’s not unusual to come away from a medical appointment thinking, “should have asked that”. These tips are useful for preparing your questions so you get the most out of your appointments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/a><\/figure>\nQuestion Builder<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\nHealthDirect & Aust Commission on Safety & Quality in Healthcare, Canberra, 2017. Interactive website and 3p. printout.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Be ready for any medical appointment by creating a list of general questions to ask your doctor or specialist. A range of questions can be chosen to cover any queries about symptoms, tests, costs, treatment options, risks, benefits etc. and the list can be printed to take to your appointment.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
\nHelpful questions for your next liver check<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nHepatitis Queensland, Brisbane, 2023. 1p factsheet<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nA single page with specific questions about liver tests and what they might show, with space for notes, designed to be taken with you to GP appointments.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nUnderstanding Hepatitis B Tests and Results<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
A hepatitis B test (to see if you have hep B or to check for immunity) can involve terminology that is complex and can be difficult to understand, including HBsAg positive, hep B surface antibody, hepatitis B surface antigen and anti-HBs reactive. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/a><\/figure>\nYour Hepatitis B Test Results Explained<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\nHepatitis SA, Adelaide. 5p.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nThese five information sheets explain in simple, easy to understand language what the common hepatitis B results mean. Each sheet corresponds to a set of results. Find the one that matches yours to see what your results mean for you and what you need to do.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
\nHepatitis B Testing<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\nHepatitis SA & SA Health, Adelaide. 1p.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nThis chart from SA Health explains what the tests measure and what the results indicate.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/a><\/figure>\nHepatitis B Testing Chart<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\nHepatitis NSW, Sydney. 1p.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Infographic charts showing hepatitis B testing results are available here<\/a>. To download, scroll down to \u2018What does your hepatitis B test result mean\u2019. Available in Chinese, English and Korean.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\nWhat you need to know about telehealth for hepatitis (B or C)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Hepatitis NSW, Sydney Hepatitis NSW 2022 (updated. 3p.)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nIf you prefer to have an appointment over the phone or via a screen (smartphone, laptop, computer or tablet) you could ask if telehealth appointments are available. These web pages explain eligibility, benefits, how to access, additional services and follow up appointment information.
Information on telehealth and hepatitis C<\/a>.
Information on telehealth and hepatitis B<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nCodes of Conduct<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
If you\u2019re ever concerned about your interactions with any health practitioners: there are codes of conduct that will explain your rights to be treated fairly and with respect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/a><\/figure>\nCodes of conduct<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\nAustralian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra), Sydney, 2022.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nInformation about the codes for registered health practitioners (including dental, physiotherapy, pharmacy etc) can be found at the Ahpra site<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\nGood medical practice: a code of conduct for doctors in Australia<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\nAustralian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra), October 2020<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nInformation about the code for Australian medical doctors is also available at the Ahpra site<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nLearning About Medications<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
This article discusses the processes involved in taking blood and what happens after it\u2019s collected. It gives advice about the best way to prepare for a variety of blood tests, tips for improving the experience, and what may happen after the test<\/p>\n<\/div> It’s not unusual to come away from a medical appointment thinking, “should have asked that”. These tips are useful for preparing your questions so you get the most out of your appointments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n HealthDirect & Aust Commission on Safety & Quality in Healthcare, Canberra, 2017. Interactive website and 3p. printout.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Be ready for any medical appointment by creating a list of general questions to ask your doctor or specialist. A range of questions can be chosen to cover any queries about symptoms, tests, costs, treatment options, risks, benefits etc. and the list can be printed to take to your appointment.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n Hepatitis Queensland, Brisbane, 2023. 1p factsheet<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n A single page with specific questions about liver tests and what they might show, with space for notes, designed to be taken with you to GP appointments.<\/p>\n<\/div> A hepatitis B test (to see if you have hep B or to check for immunity) can involve terminology that is complex and can be difficult to understand, including HBsAg positive, hep B surface antibody, hepatitis B surface antigen and anti-HBs reactive. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Hepatitis SA, Adelaide. 5p.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n These five information sheets explain in simple, easy to understand language what the common hepatitis B results mean. Each sheet corresponds to a set of results. Find the one that matches yours to see what your results mean for you and what you need to do.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n Hepatitis SA & SA Health, Adelaide. 1p.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n This chart from SA Health explains what the tests measure and what the results indicate.<\/p>\n<\/div> Hepatitis NSW, Sydney. 1p.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Infographic charts showing hepatitis B testing results are available here<\/a>. To download, scroll down to \u2018What does your hepatitis B test result mean\u2019. Available in Chinese, English and Korean.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n Hepatitis NSW, Sydney Hepatitis NSW 2022 (updated. 3p.)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n If you prefer to have an appointment over the phone or via a screen (smartphone, laptop, computer or tablet) you could ask if telehealth appointments are available. These web pages explain eligibility, benefits, how to access, additional services and follow up appointment information. If you\u2019re ever concerned about your interactions with any health practitioners: there are codes of conduct that will explain your rights to be treated fairly and with respect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra), Sydney, 2022.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Information about the codes for registered health practitioners (including dental, physiotherapy, pharmacy etc) can be found at the Ahpra site<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra), October 2020<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Information about the code for Australian medical doctors is also available at the Ahpra site<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nPlanning Your Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
<\/a><\/figure>Question Builder<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Helpful questions for your next liver check<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nUnderstanding Hepatitis B Tests and Results<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
<\/a><\/figure>Your Hepatitis B Test Results Explained<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Hepatitis B Testing<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/a><\/figure>Hepatitis B Testing Chart<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
What you need to know about telehealth for hepatitis (B or C)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Information on telehealth and hepatitis C<\/a>.
Information on telehealth and hepatitis B<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nCodes of Conduct<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
<\/a><\/figure>Codes of conduct<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Good medical practice: a code of conduct for doctors in Australia<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nLearning About Medications<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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