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Links to information about oral contraceptives such as the Pill.
Reviewed July 2009
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The Pill
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Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
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| Description: |
The 'Pill', or Oral Contraceptive Pill (OCP), is a popular way women chose to protect themselves against unwanted pregnancy.
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Nov 2009
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| Title: |
The Pill
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Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
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| Description: |
The 'Pill', or Oral Contraceptive Pill (OCP), is a popular way women chose to protect themselves against unwanted pregnancy.
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| Date: |
Nov 2009
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| Title: |
Contraception - the pill
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Better Health Channel
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| Description: |
The 'pill' is a highly effective form of oral contraception for women. Two types are available in Australia: the combined pill and the mini pill. The hormones in oral contraceptives prevent ovulation, make it harder for sperm to enter the cervix or prevent implantation of a fertilised egg. Your doctor can advise you on the risks, benefits and alternative contraceptive options available to you.
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Apr 2009
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The Pill
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Inspire Foundation
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| Description: |
The pill is a commonly used form of contraception. This fact sheet has information on different types of the pill, the advantages and disadvantages to using the pill, and some potential side effects.
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| Date: |
Jul 2008
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How to wean a baby
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Raising Children Network (RCN)
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| Description: |
Guide to weaning your baby from breastfeeding, including how to pace the process, effects on your child, your breasts and your hormones, and likelihood of pregnancy.
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| Date: |
Feb 2007
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Understanding your menstrual cycle
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Women's Health Queensland Wide Inc
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| Description: |
This factsheet aims to educate women about the different phases of the menstrual cycle so that they can gain a better understanding of how their bodies work and of menstruation generally.
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| Date: |
Sep 2005
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Contraception and thrombosis
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Australian Prescriber
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| Description: |
Comments for consumers on contraception and thrombosis.
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| Date: |
Jun 2002
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| Title: |
Contraception, hormone replacement therapy and thrombosis
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| Publisher: |
Australian Prescriber
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| Description: |
The combined oral contraceptive pill and hormone replacement therapy increase the risk of venous thrombosis. Women should be checked for other factors predisposing them to thrombosis before these drugs are prescribed.
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| Date: |
Jun 2002
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| Title: |
Contraceptive pills for women
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Multicultural Health Communication Service (NSW)
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| Description: |
A guide to how the contraceptive pill works, its benefits and risks.
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| Date: |
Apr 2001
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Progestogen-only methods of contraception
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Australian Prescriber
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| Description: |
Progestogens are hormones. They are important in controlling the menstrual cycle. Some progestogens can be used to reduce the chance of getting pregnant. They are useful for women who are breast feeding or who cannot take other contraceptive pills.
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Jan 1999
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