Contraception

There are many choices to make about whether or not to use contraception and what method to use if you want to avoid a pregnancy. Contraceptive methods include the use of hormones, intrauterine devices (IUDs), and barrier and natural methods.

Follow the links below to find information on contraception.

Reviewed May 2010

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Contraceptive Agents

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Links to information on contraceptive agents, including the pill, contraceptive injections and other hormone and drug treatments.

Contraceptive Devices

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Links to information on contraceptive devices such as the diaphragm, female condom and intra uterine devices (IUDs).

Permanent Contraception

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Links to information about vasectomy and tubal ligation as forms of contraception or sterilisation.

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Title:   Non-hormonal contraception
Publisher:   Virtual Medical Centre
Description:   Non-hormonal contraceptives include barrier methods and other methods such as intrauterine devices, female and male sterilisation procedures, spermicides and the withdrawal method of contraception.
Date:  
Title:   Contraception after 40
Publisher:   Women's Health Queensland Wide Inc
Description:   The phase leading up to menopause can be a time of great change in a woman's life. During this period a woman experiences a number of physical changes and may review how she feels about herself and her body. It is also a time when a woman may wish to re-evaluate her form of contraception due to a lowered risk of pregnancy and possible changes in sexual relationships.
Date:   Jun 2010
Title:   Sexual and reproductive health of young people
Publisher:   Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
Description:   Pregnancy, child birth and sexually transmitted infections are major health concerns for young people. Contraception and sexual health problems are the most common issues for which young women see their family doctors.
Date:   May 2010
Title:   Family Planning and Fertility
Publisher:   HealthInsite Topic Page
Description:   Links to information on family planning, contraception, and fertility.
Date:   Mar 2010
Title:   Contraception
Publisher:   Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
Description:   Contraception is when you take some action to prevent a pregnancy as a result of sexual activity.
Date:   Feb 2010
Title:   Lactational amenorrhoea method - breastfeeding as a contraceptive method (Lactational amenorrhoea method)
Publisher:   Virtual Medical Centre.com
Description:   Lactational amenorrhoea is a method of contraception based on the natural phase of infertility that occurs with breastfeeding shortly after birth which is due to low circulating levels of oestrogen that restrict ovulation from occurring.
Date:   Feb 2010
Title:   Contraception
Publisher:   The Jean Hailes Foundation for Women's Health
Description:   Until menopause is reached women are not totally protected from pregnancy despite the decline in fertility during perimenopause. Effective, safe and appropriate contraception is available if a woman does not want a pregnancy.
Date:   Nov 2009
Title:   Contraception
Publisher:   Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
Description:   Contraception is when you take some action to prevent a pregnancy. It's important for all young people to think about contraception...
Date:   Nov 2009
Title:   Menopause and sexual issues
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Menopause occurs when a woman stops ovulating and her monthly period (menstruation) ceases. A woman's sex drive or libido can be affected by the menopause. Contraception, physical changes such as a dry painful vagina, body image, hormone changes, relationships and social issues may also affect sexuality and libido.
Date:   Jul 2009
Title:   Facts about sex
Publisher:   inspire foundation
Description:   It is easy to be confused about sex. There are so many mixed messages and myths surrounding it - it is not easy to tell what is right and what is not. This factsheet sets the record straight on some of the most common questions.
Date:   Jun 2009
Title:   Education for contraceptive use by women after childbirth
Publisher:   John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
Description:   Counseling about family planning is now standard care for most women who have just given birth. Many women feel that this service is just provided as part of a checklist. Few providers and researchers have looked at how well the counseling works. Some p...
Date:   Jun 2009
Title:   Ectopic pregnancy
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Ectopic pregnancy refers to a pregnancy that develops outside the uterus, most commonly in one of the fallopian tubes. Symptoms include cramping, abdominal pain and vaginal bleeding. Pain may indicate a ruptured tube, which is a medical emergency and requires immediate surgery. Treatment for non-emergency ectopic pregnancy may include medication or surgery.
Date:   Apr 2009
Title:   Disability and sexual issues
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Sexuality is a key component of human nature. People who have a physical or intellectual disability may find it difficult to express their sexuality in satisfying ways. Problems include body image concerns, physical limitations, reduced sexual function and the attitudes of others.
Date:   Apr 2009
Title:   Contraception choices for women
Publisher:   The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners
Description:   For contraception choices for men see chart 127 Contraception choices for men Deciding which method of contraception to use is partly a matter of personal choice your age lifestyle state of health and
Date:   Mar 2009
Title:   Contraception choices for men
Publisher:   The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners
Description:   For womens contraception choices see chart 140 Contraception choices for women The two main methods of contraception currently available for men are condoms sheaths and vasectomy There is no hormonal
Date:   Mar 2009
Title:   Contraception - choices explained
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Several methods of contraception are available. The method you choose will depend on your general health, lifestyle and relationship. Contraceptives available include physical barriers and devices, hormonal (oral, implant and injectable) methods, sterilisation, emergency and 'natural' methods.
Date:   Mar 2009
Title:   Sex education - talking to teenagers
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Teenagers need accurate information about sex and sexuality if they are to negotiate sexual relationships safely and responsibly. Sex education should cover a variety of topics including the biology of sex and reproduction, relationships, sexuality, contraception and sexually transmitted infections (STIs). The most influential role models for a child are their parents or carers.
Date:   Feb 2009
Title:   Travel tips for women
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Women who are travelling may have to consider extra issues, such as different dress codes in certain countries. Take sensible security precautions, especially when travelling alone, and never hitchhike. Pregnant women should avoid travelling to countries where malaria is present.
Date:   Sep 2008
Title:   Systematic Reviews of Family Planning and Fertility Treatments
Publisher:   HealthInsite Topic Page
Description:   Links to systematic reviews of the evidence for the effectiveness of family planning and fertility treatments.
Date:   Sep 2008
Title:   Teenagers - sexual behaviour
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   The sexual behaviour of young people (teenagers) in Australia is recorded in the 2002 results of the third National Survey of Australian Secondary Students, HIV/AIDS and Sexual Health. Unsafe sex practices and unwanted pregnancy are significant health issues for Australian teenagers.
Date:   Jul 2008

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