Access to healthcare difficult for migrant and refugee young people
New research from Family Planning NSW and UNSW Sydney highlights that young people from minority cultural groups may be at increased risk of poor sexual and reproductive health and there is a great opportunity for general practitioners to help educate these patients.
Older men who use online dating at risk of STIs
Older men who use online dating at risk of STIs due to low condom use, new research finds.
Long-acting reversible contraception is a safe and effective choice
Recent reporting about contraceptive use is misleading with extensive evidence showing long-acting reversible contraception (LARC) is safe and effective for most women. Family Planning NSW supports LARC use and strongly encourages women to talk through any concerns they have with experts in reproductive health.
"While LARC is not for everyone, most women find it to be a very safe and effective method of contraception that has other benefits, including reduced menstrual bleeding," said Ms Jodie Duggan, Acting CEO, Family Planning NSW.
Thinking about contraception?
Long Acting Reversible Contraceptives (LARC)
Long Acting Reversible Contraceptives (LARC) have been around for a long time, and have been rigorously refined and researched to ensure they are both safe and highly effective at preventing unintended pregnancy.
Long Acting Reversible Contraceptives last a lot longer than the Pill, but are completely reversible - you can chose to stop at any time, and you will return to your previous level of fertility.
Better access to long acting reversible contraceptive methods important for women’s health
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Women need better access to long acting reversible contraceptive (LARCs) methods to prevent unplanned pregnancy as part of comprehensive health care. |
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“LARCs provide great contraception that don’t require you to do anything to prevent pregnancy every day or every time that you have sex,” said Dr Deborah Bateson, Medical Director of Family Planning NSW. |
