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Our Kirby IG stories

There’s more to the snap than meets the eye! Discover the science behind our posts.

ASR25: Syphilis on the rise

Australia’s 2024 sexual health checkup

Find out what’s happening with STIs in Australia.
Cervical cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related death for women in many Pacifiic Island countries

Eliminating cervical cancer in Pacifiic Island nations

A $25.9 million donation will support cervical cancer screening and treatment for over 130,000 women in 7 Pacific countries.
Front cover of the Kirby Institute annual report 2024

A year of impact: Kirby Institute's 2024 annual report

From record-breaking donations to global collaborations, 2024 was a landmark year.
Walkabout Barber

Improving sexual health awareness in rural Aboriginal communities

Walkabout Barber provides free haircuts to young Aboriginal men and provides a judgement-free space for them to talk and learn about mental and sexual health.
Meet our programs

Kirby Institute's research programs

At the Kirby Institute, we have 14 unique research programs, helping us tackle infectious diseases from every angle.