m2m issue 29 Spring 2018

ISSUE 29 SPRING 2018

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Spring edition

WELCOME TO THE SPRING ISSUE OF M2M.SPRING IS HISTORICALLY TASMANIA’S WINDIEST SEASON.

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CONTENTS

CONTRIBUTORS:

Overdose Awareness

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My Health Record

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Hard Copy

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AlphaBar

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HIV Peer Support

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Services Directory

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Matt Anning

Dr Jackie Hallam

Finn Danger

Robert Johnston

Leigh Grant

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By Dr Jackie Hallam

Overdose Awareness WITH EVERY LIFE LOST TO OVERDOSE COMES DEVASTATION AND GRIEF. IT’S A PROBLEM THAT AFFECTS ALL OF US, AND THERE ARE A LOT OF PERSISTENT MYTHS AROUND THIS ISSUE. THIS MISINFORMATION CONTRIBUTES TO OVERDOSES.

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The number of deaths due to accidental overdose in Australia continue to rise.

In 2016, the number was 1,704 deaths.

Fifteen years ago in 2002, the number of accidental drug-related deaths was 903.

As the problem increases, it also changes.

Rural and regional areas are experiencing an increase in the number of overdoses.

There has been an 83 per cent increase in these areas while in metropolitan areas, the increase is there but smaller.

Despite common perceptions of illicit drugs causing overdoses, prescription medications continue to be responsible for more drug related deaths than illicit drugs.

Contrary to popular belief about the age of people who die of accidental overdose, Australians aged 40-49 are most likely to die in this way.

And although men are more likely to die from accidental overdose, the rates of deaths amongst women are increasing faster than the overall numbers.

It’s also important to understand the link between the stigmatisation of drug use and overdose. When people are ashamed of their use, they use alone and/or in secret, which then increases the risk of death dramatically. Then there’s unhelpful labels such as ‘junkies’ that means that people are less likely to seek treatment and get well.

There is research into this phenomenon; it is recognised that stigmatisation of drug use keeps people unwell and disconnects them from family and friends.

Further such marginalisation keeps people out of the workforce and drains our economy. It’s time we understand drug use as primarily a health issue, and bring people into our treatment system without fear of judgment and labels.

For more information on overdoses, visit www.overdoseday.com There is help available for drug use through your local community sector organisations or Alcohol and Drug Services. Dr Jackie Hallam is the Policy and Research Officer for the Alcohol, Tobacco and other Drugs Council of Tasmania.

In order to address the issue, it is key that everyone has evidence based, practical knowledge. Credible information about the effect that different drugs have on the body and also dosage and tolerance is essential.

All drugs, including alcohol, opiates, stimulants, and prescription medication, can cause overdoses. It’s important to know your right dosage, and to be aware of what drugs shouldn’t be mixed. Understanding the relationship between tolerance and overdose is fundamental. When a person uses a drug frequently they develop tolerance to it, meaning they need to use more to get the same effect. If a person hasn’t been using often, or recently, their tolerance will decrease. So, when someone takes their usual amount of drugs after not using, it could be too much for their body to deal with and may lead to an overdose.

This is why situations such as release from prison, detoxification and rehabilitation are all high-risk in terms of a drug overdose.

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By Robert Johnston

My Health Record STAY IN OR OPT OUT?

BY THE END OF 2018, ALL AUSTRALIANS REGISTERED WITH MEDICARE WILL HAVE A MY HEALTH RECORD UNLESS WE TELL THE GOVERNMENT WE DON’T WANT ONE. THIS IS BECAUSE AUSTRALIA’S DIGITAL HEALTH SYSTEM IS CHANGING FROM OPT IN TO OPT OUT. IN OTHER WORDS, WHAT WAS ONCE A SYSTEM OPERATING ONLY FOR THOSE WHO SIGNED UP, WILL NOW BE A SYSTEM WHERE EVERYONE WILL BE AUTOMATICALLY ENROLLED UNLESS CHOOSING NOT TO DO SO. IF YOU WANT A MY HEALTH RECORD YOU DON’T NEED TO DO ANYTHING, BUT IF YOU CHOOSE NOT TO HAVE A RECORD, YOU HAVE UNTIL 15 NOVEMBER 2018 TO COMPLETE AN ONLINE PROCESS VIA THE GOVERNMENT’S MY HEALTH RECORD WEB PAGE.

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WHAT EXACTLY IS MY HEALTH RECORD? Known previously as the Personally Controlled Electronic Health Record (PCEHR), My Health Record is a centralised online database operated by the Australian Government’s Digital Health Agency.

It is designed to store and manage all your medical and health information where it can be accessed online by you and your health care providers. The type of information collected and stored can include x-ray results, blood tests, prescriptions, diagnoses, vaccinations, allergies and even doctor’s notes.

The various health care providers able to access My Health Records include GPs, dentists, specialists, pharmacists, hospital staff and allied health professionals.

To protect the information held in the My Health Record system, the Government insists many safeguards are in place to prevent and or deter unauthorised access.

Additionally, the My Health Record system is designed to allow individuals to have control over their privacy and security settings. So basically, the idea is to create a health profile for all Australians that is easily accessible, very secure, and lets you determine what information goes onto it and who can look at it.

Sounds like a great idea doesn’t it? Well, it depends on who you talk to. On one side we have the Australian Government who are urging everyone to stay on board and not opt out because of the significant health and economic benefits of My Health Record. On the other side, we have experts in health, privacy and IT who are raising concerns about the security and privacy protections of the system, and the legislation governing its operation. In fact, a Senate inquiry into My Health Record has been locked in to focus on these concerns.

STAY IN OR OPT OUT? Obviously that’s a question everyone needs to figure out for themselves and if you have children under 14, you will need to figure out for them also. And although I am not going to suggest one way or the other, I suggest you do some research so you can make an informed decision. There is quite a lot to know about the nuances of the My Health Record system, so it may take a moment or three of your time, but I think it worth the effort considering the privacy and security concerns surrounding the issue. Some of these concerns are being addressed by the Government in the form of changes to the legislation surrounding My Health Record, but new concerns are being raised just as quickly.

And that’s something to think about.

So, ok I will make a suggestion: if in doubt, opt out-‘cause you can always opt in later.

MORE INFORMATION PLEASE To get you on your way, and save you time in your search for information, I recommend checking out this web page from the Australian Privacy Foundation web site: https://privacy.org.au/ campaigns/myhr/

There are a ton of links to a stack of articles here. Admittedly most of these articles are critical of My Health Record and lean towards opting out, but perhaps that’s because there are a lot of people with a fair few legitimate concerns.

Here is the Government’s My Health Record web page where you will find the official take on proceedings as well as the link to opt out: https://www.myhealthrecord.gov.au/ Go forth and get informed.

Cheers.

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By Matt Anning

The Hobart Out Tennis Hard Doubles Copy: Tournament The Courage

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I WAS RECENTLY GLAD TO TAKE A FEW HOURS OUT OF A DAY TO VISIT A BOOK I HAD FELT INCLINED TO READ; THE COURAGE TO BE DISLIKED. THE TITLE REMINDED ME OF SOME PEOPLE I RESPECT, AND I WANTED TO KNOW THEIR SECRETS. IT IS WRITTEN BY JAPANESE AUTHOR FUMITAKE KOGA IN COLLABORATION WITH JAPANESE PHILOSOPHER, ICHIRO KISHIMI. AT TIMES IRRITATING IN ITS SIMPLICITY, NONETHELESS IT’S SOMEWHAT CONFRONTING CONTENT WAS CONVINCING; VIZ, PLEASING OTHERS IS DAMAGING.

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and distracted them from fulfilling that life task. Of course, you wouldn’t expect to be well-liked if you go around blaming others for your problems - but this book show us how :P In fact, the ideas in this book are outrageously unpopular, and all the more appealing for it.

If you don’t like the sound of the following propositions, then this book is definitely for you: • engaging in tasks to fulfil expectations of others will definitely not make you happy • all the problems in your life are because of how you relate with other people • Freud and Jung’s aetiology substantiates relationship problems, Adlers teleology solves them • encouraging someone, or telling someone off, is a damaging waste of time • you should stop lying in order to feel better

The book is a discussion between a philosopher and a student on the decisions we make about the life tasks we engage in, most importantly with friends, family and at work. As someone who often feels consumed by the relationships I cultivate in those forums, it was a welcome distraction to be convinced about a few things, no matter how unpopular it might make me.

• lofty goals are a distraction; following up on your inclinations is a worthy goal

This book reminds us of something we all know - that we have to put ourselves first before we can be of use to others; I like this book because these guys take the time to actually prove it.

Can you remember a time when someone said they would do something for a friend, family member or colleague, and didn’t end up following through? The authors of The Courage to Be Disliked have us believe that someone got in the way of that person

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Hobart’s Newest Hotspot: AlphaBar ON AUGUST 10TH, DANIEL AND DAVID SWUNG OPEN THE DOORS TO THEIR DREAM VENTURE. Just a month earlier, they’d obtained the quiet underground lair in the Hobart Mall previously known for bratwurst sausages and dingy cafes; now, thanks to their efforts, it is a brand new gay bar! With butterflies in their bellies, the pair were ecstatic to see two hundred odd people pass through the door on opening night.

When I caught up with them shortly after their grand opening, Daniel eagerly told me about the diversity of people that flowed in. “One couple, they had to be in their sixties, they sat at the bar the entire night. They were so happy. We had people so young they had to be carded, all the way up to people in their fifties and sixties.

All ages, all genders. The diversity was amazing.”

David, who is a proud Tasmanian, was inspired to open AlphaBar as an alternative for people who aren’t into the nightclub scene. The bar itself has music playing, but has two quieter areas for people to congregate if they are feeling overwhelmed by noise, or just want to relax and chat. There is a focus on patrons being able to talk to each other and not have to scream to be heard. In addition, they’ve set up gaming consoles for people to play around with. “There wasn’t a single moment those consoles weren’t in use,” David told me with a grin. “People were watching others play, and getting excited to play next. It was definitely a good move to put them in!”

Given that David had grown up in Tasmania as a gay man during a time when homosexuality was considered a crime, I was curious to know his experiences.

“During the eighties compared to now, it’s like night and day. It’s such a wonderful thing to see. It’s so much more positive.

Never in your wildest dreams would you be caught in a gay bar in the eighties unless you were out and proud gay yourself. Now, people of all kinds come. I’ve had straight people ask if they’re allowed in - of course!

Every person is welcome.”

AlphaBar’s location in the Hobart Mall means that the entrance and surrounding streets are covered by Tasmania Police CCTV cameras at all times. Having met with police liaisons to discuss maintaining safety for their patrons, they were shocked and delighted when both straight and gay officers were keen to come back during opening hours and get a drink.

“I can’t imagine that in my younger years.” Daniel said.

David agreed wholeheartedly, adding “It would be unheard of in the eighties. Never did I think a cop would go to a gay bar.

Now here we are.”

AlphaBar is set to be an exciting addition to Hobart’s queer scene, with youth days, femme nights, and other special events on the cards. Their current opening hours are Friday 6-12pm, Saturday 7-12pm, and Sunday 3-8pm.

You can find them at their basement location at 53 Elizabeth Street, or on Facebook by searching ‘AlphaBar Hobart’.

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By Leigh Grant

The Hobart Out Tennis TasPPLHIV Doubles Peer Support Tournament

Program at TasCAHRD TASCAHRD HAS A NEW PEER SUPPORT PROJECT: THE TASMANIAN PROJECT FOR POSITIVE LIVING (TASPPL). THIS IS AN EXCITING NEW DIRECTION FOR THE ORGANISATION AND ONE THAT WE HAVE BEEN WANTING TO CREATE FOR QUITE SOME TIME. MY NAME IS LEIGH, I’M THE NEW PEER WORKER AT TASCAHRD. I’VE BEEN HIV POSITIVE (POS) FOR THE LAST 11 YEARS. LIKE OTHERS LIVING WITH HIV, I FACE CHALLENGES ASSOCIATED WITH HAVING A BLOOD BORNE VIRUS. HAVING A MATE OR A PEER TO TALK TO IS ONE WAY OF TACKLING THE ISSUES AS THEY ARISE. THIS IS WHERE A PEER WORKER CAN HELP. THE PEER SUPPORT THAT IS BEING OFFERED IS ONE OF ACCEPTANCE. HOW YOU HAVE ACQUIRED THE VIRUS IS NOT FOR US TO JUDGE AND WE WILL NOT DISCRIMINATE YOU AS A PERSON. IT HAS NO BEARING ON THE QUALITY OF SERVICES YOU WILL RECEIVE AT TASCAHRD.

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SO WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT WHEN YOU USE THE TASCAHRD PEER SUPPORT SERVICES? • services which will be available to all newly diagnosed Tasmanians • engagement with associated services for advice • advocacy for those who may be experiencing discrimination • healthy aging support for older HIV positive people As the peer program develops so too will the services available increase.

GETTING TESTED TasCAHRD can support you getting tested.

While you are waiting for the result of an HIV test, you can theoretically be negative and positive at the same time. That awful, uncomfortable duality remains until you know the outcome of the test. At least these days it is possible to start with a rapid HIV test which means the wait is only for 20 – 30 minutes, but people often stress about the test in the lead up to getting it as well.

Once tested and results received, different people respond in many different ways.

Receiving a positive diagnosis may have many implications not just to the individual but to their spouse or partner, their connected families and their lifestyle. On the other hand receiving a negative result, while met with relief, could lead to a conversation with their G.P. about the possibility of starting on PrEP treatment, and further discussions around risk management and harm minimisation strategies.

NEW DIAGNOSIS A focus of TasPPL is support for those with a new HIV diagnosis. Sometimes the amount of information that’s given to you after a positive diagnosis can be overwhelming. Trying to navigate your way through the landscape that is HIV can be daunting to say the least.

The medical terminology used by doctors is baffling if you’re not used to it. It can help if you can take someone along to the clinic with you. It may help lessen the feeling of trying to cope with it all by yourself. Your companion

may hear things that you didn’t pick up on and can be an extra tool in your bag of tricks in dealing with a new diagnosis. This is when the peer worker can help you. The peer worker can help you interpret the jargon that is being used. Upon being given a positive diagnosis, feelings of shock, panic and distress can arise. There are normally myriad questions that arise. Some of the questions could be: • Why me?

• What will my life be like now that I am diagnosed HIV+?

• Can I pass HIV to my partner?

• How do I deal with the emotions that I feel since being diagnosed?

• What medication or treatment options are there and are there any side effects?

• Can I improve my immune health and how do I do that?

• What are all the letters and numbers going to mean for me?

Regardless of the diagnosis, the most important thing to do is develop a good working relationship with your GP If the GP you have is not up to the task, finding one who is going to provide you with support is the way to go. Having said that, it can be a challenge in itself to find a GP who has a good working knowledge of HIV and the complications that can come with it.

For a lot of us, the specialised clinics such as Clinic 60 and Clinic 319 in Hobart, and Clinic 34 in Launceston are perfect for their HIV needs. For everything else (the bumps and scratches) we have more mainstream healthcare providers which usually are local GPs or health clinic. Being HIV positive is tough to say the least. Remember though, if you are struggling with your mental health, the best thing you can do for yourself is to have a conversation with a qualified health professional.

Don’t forget, if you want to drop in for a chat or if you have any questions and need more information, we are at 319 Liverpool St, Hobart, just on the edge of the CBD. For further information either email at people@tasppl.org.au Or phone Leigh on 03 6234 1242 M2M A WELLBEING RESOURCE FOR DSG PEOPLE

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Inclusive Tennis The Hobart Out Tennis Tournament is back again for 2019 on Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th January! Now in its 3rd year and collaborating with Tennis Tasmania for the first time, we will be playing on the same weekend and venue as Hobart International WTA tournament at Domain Tennis Centre. Every player will also get a ticket to see the finals of this professional event! In addition, we will also have a Player’s Party onsite on Saturday night. Our tournament, whilst organised by the LGBT community, is open to everyone and caters for all levels of play with 5 divisions. And the winners of each division will get a uniquely Tasmanian laserengraved Huon Pine plaque!

The Hobart Out Tennis tournament is part of the worldwide Gay and Lesbian Tennis Alliance (GLTA) world tour, a worldwide amateur tennis tour of more than 70 tournaments, organised by the LGBT community where everyone is welcomed to play.

Remember we also play socially usually on the first Sunday of the month at Geilston Bay Tennis Club!

So come join us!

For more information, visit our website or our Facebook page.

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Hobart Out Tennis Tournament 2019

Domain Tennis Centre Saturday 12 January (from 4 p.m.)

Sunday 13 January (9 a.m. to 5 p.m.)

Singles and doubles tournament Open, A, B, C & D grades

$65 (1 event) $80 (2 events) Entry also includes: Hobart International WTA finals ticket (Sat 12pm) Saturday night Player's party Sunday BBQ lunch Goody bag

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• No Medicare Card Required • Rapid HIV Testing • Full STI Screening • PEP and PrEP Appointments every second Thursday 4:00pm – 6:30pm (final appointment at 6:00pm)

FREE. CONFIDENTIAL. SAFE. For bookings call 6234 1242 319 Liverpool Street, Hobart

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SERVICES ATTITUDE COUNSELLING

WORKING IT OUT

Attitudecounselling.com Ph 0433 184 088 (Launceston) Affordable, confidential

www.workingitout.org.au

Q-LIFE, NATIONAL

http://www.dhhs.tas.gov.au/sexualhealth Toll Free: 1800 675 859

www.qlife.org.au Ph 1800 184 527 Counselling 7 days 3.00 pm til midnight

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY TASMANIA https://equalopportunity.tas.gov.au Ph 1300 305 062 The office of the anti-discrimination commissioner

GAY & LESBIAN SWITCHBOARD www.switchboard.org.au Ph 1800 184 527 Counselling and referrals

SCARLET ALLIANCE TASMANIAN SEX WORKER OUTREACH PROJECT outreachtas@scarletalliance.org.au Ph 0451 835 897 www.scarletalliance.org.au

SEX WORKER OUTREACH PROJECT (SWOP) www.swop.org.au Resources for sex workers, including cis male and transgender sex workers

SOUTH AUSTRALIAN SEX INDUSTRY NETWORK http://www.sin.org.au/SINmale Outreach, peer education, information, referrals, support, advocacy, working tips, resources and safer sex supplies to all male workers

TASPRIDE www.taspride.com Celebrating and uniting the Tasmanian LGBTIQQ community

Sexuality and gender support and counselling

SEXUAL HEALTH SERVICE

Clinic 60 - 60 Collins St Hobart Ph 03 6166 2672 Mon – Fri 8:30 am – 5:00 pm (drop in on Tuesday afternoon and Thursday mornings) Clinic 34 - 34 Howick St Launceston Ph 03 6777 1371 Mon – Fri 8:30 am – 5:00 pm (drop in on Thursday mornings) Devonport - Ph 03 6777 1371 by appointment only Counselling, support, referrals and STI and HIV testing

TASCAHRD - TASMANIAN COUNCIL ON AIDS, HEPATITIS & RELATED DISEASES www.tascahrd.org.au Ph 1800 005 900

TAS POLICE LGBTIQ LIAISON OFFICERS www.police.tas.gov.au Ph 03 6230 2111 (Hobart) Ph 03 6336 7000 (Launceston) Ph 03 6434 5211 (North West)

ATDC TAS – THE ALCOHOL, TOBACCO & OTHER DRUGS COUNCIL OF TASMANIA http://www.atdc.org.au/ Advocating and initiatives

NUFIT GLENORCHY (ANGLICARE NSP) 436 Main Rd Glenorchy Ph 1800 243 232 Mon – Fri 10:00 am – 4:30 pm Sterile equipment, information, education, support and referrals

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DIRECTORY www.shieldtasmania.org

SHIELD

EAST COAST QUEER LIFE SUPPORT (ECQLS)

Uniting and Supporting LGBTIQ youth based in Northern Tasmania

Email ecqls.tas@gmail.com Ph 0467 000 748 Information and social activities

ANGLICARE NEEDLE & SYRINGE EXCHANGE PROGRAMME 18 Watchorn St, Hobart Ph 1800 243 232 Mon – Fri 12.30 am – 4.30 pm 24 hr vending machine ($2 fee)

SALVATION ARMY NEEDLE & SYRINGE EXCHANGE PROGRAMME 111 Elizabeth St Launceston Ph 03 6323 7500 Mon – Fri 8:30 am – 3:00 pm

THE LINK YOUTH HEALTH SERVICE & HEAD SPACE FOR PEOPLE AGED 12-24 http://www.thelink.org.au 57 Liverpool St Hobart Ph 03 6231 2927 Mon – Fri 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Counselling, outreach, case management, support for mental and sexual health, alcohol and drugs (incl NSP), family planning

HOBART COMMUNITY LEGAL SERVICE www.hobartlegal.org 166 Macquarie Street, Hobart Ph 03 6223 2500 7 Station Lane, Sorell Ph 03 6265 1911 Shop 3, Covehill Fair, Bridgewater Ph 03 6263 4755

FLAMINGOS DANCE BAR www.flamingosbar.com Tasmania’s nightclub committed to providing a tolerant, safe, informative and fun environment for people of alternative sexualities and their friends to be able to enjoy themselves and socialise in a non-threatening environment

FAMILY PLANNING TASMANIA http://www.fpt.asn.au 421 Main Rd Glenorchy Ph 03 6273 9117 Mon - Fri 9:00 am – 5.00 pm 269 Wellington St Launceston Ph 03 6343 4566 Mon - Fri 9:00 am – 5.00 pm 1 Pine Ave Burnie Ph 03 6431 7692 (Mon, Wed and Thurs) Contraception and pregnancy counselling, sexual health checks, pap smears, information and referral

GAY FRIENDLY CAFES Basket & Green Cafe Bozzey Criterion Cafe Deloraine Deli DS Coffee House Fitzpatrick’s Inn Fleurty’s Cafe Lotus Eaters Ginger Brown Hotel SOHO Jackman & McCross King of Burnie Hotel Kusinat Lansdowne Cafe Lebrina Machine Laundry Cafe O’Keefe’s Hotel Pickled Evenings Indian Restaurant Red Velvet Lounge Republic Bar Restaurant Red Restaurant Waterloo Retro Café Stonies Fifties Cafe Tasmania Inn King of Burnie Hotel

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