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Initially unsure about getting an IUD, Yasmine now considers it her top choice.
According to recent findings, there has been a noticeable decline in the use of hormonal contraceptives among young individuals globally, with Australia exhibiting particularly low adoption rates for long-acting reversible contraceptives (LARCs) such as IUDs and Implanon compared to other nations. Experts attribute this trend to several obstacles, including financial constraints, limited access to healthcare…
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“Young Voices Demand Evolution in Sex Education Curriculum”
Year 10 students at Lakeview Senior College are participating in a distinctive approach to sex education, yet a comprehensive survey examining Australian teenagers has revealed disparities in the quality of this education across the country. A recent survey focusing on the sexual health of Australian adolescents has raised alarms regarding decreasing condom usage and incidents…
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NSW Pharmacists Empowered to Prescribe Contraceptive Pill Under Innovative New Program
In a significant development, specially-trained pharmacists in New South Wales (NSW) will soon gain the authority to prescribe contraceptive pills, a change aimed at alleviating the burden on general practitioners (GPs). This initiative expands an existing program that permits eligible pharmacists to renew prescriptions for women aged 18 to 35. The new regulations will take…