Hepatitis Australia has welcomed strong national media interest in the call for a universal offer of hepatitis B testing, following its inclusion in The Age alongside Lien Tran (Hep B Voices Australia) and the Doherty Institute. Hepatitis Australia released a follow-up media release which helped drive further coverage, resulting in 95 media pieces and a live interview on Channel 7 that also highlighted the HepLink service.

This positive media traction reflects years of collaborative advocacy with sector partners including ASHM and the Doherty Institute. Hepatitis Australia says the response is a testament to the strength of the sector’s collective voice and the growing recognition of the need for broader access to testing.