Voice your Contraception Experiences Study

03/04/2023

Looking for books that represent trans and gender diverse peeps? Here's a few suggestions, from young kids upwards:

https://theconversation.com/5-books-for-kids-and-teens-that-positively-portray-trans-and-gender-diverse-lives-202832?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Latest%20from%20The%20Conversation%20for%20April%203%202023%20-%202588626032&utm_content=Latest%20from%20The%20Conversation%20for%20April%203%202023%20-%202588626032+CID_36dbdc8d39346808f78b8d4ba12d9cd1&utm_source=campaign_monitor&utm_term=5%20books%20for%20kids%20and%20teens%20that%20positively%20portray%20trans%20and%20gender-diverse%20lives

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March 31 is International Transgender Day of Visibility. These 5 books for young readers raise awareness, understanding and acceptance of gender differences in age-appropriate ways.

15/12/2022

Listen to my 5 min spot on ABC Radio National The Science Show, hosted by Robyn Williams, sharing just a small section of my research with the nation!

A survey of over 1,000 users of contraception revealed anger and frustration towards doctors who downplay side effects.

08/12/2022

The Federal Parliament is conducting a national inquiry on "Universal access to reproductive healthcare" - and it’s inviting submissions from people around the country to shape recommendations for action. This inquiry concerns both abortion and contraception. You can submit as an individual. In fact personal stories are most welcomed by the inquiry. You can also submit confidentially if you wish.

https://www.aph.gov.au/Parliamentary_Business/Committees/Senate/Community_Affairs/ReproductiveHealthcare

Fair Agenda have a great Submission 101 pdf to give you tips for writing a short and sweet submission.

https://www.abortionaccessnow.com.au/

Submissions are sought until December 15th, 2022.

Add your support to family, domestic and sexual violence organisations' joint list of demands for a safer future.

08/12/2022

Tune in to 576 AM ABC Radio National
on your radio this Saturday at 12pm for The Science Show, to hear my (approx!) 3 Minute Thesis of experiences - just a snapshot of one of the stories arising from my contraception research. Repeated Wednesday 14th Dec at 12pm. Or listen online:

Unique insights into the latest scientific research and debate, from the physics of cricket to prime ministerial biorhythms.

08/12/2022

Public hospital boards are refusing to let doctors deliver standard healthcare, including abortions and contraception procedures:

https://fb.watch/hgWRsxJPv1/

03/11/2022

In case you missed it, here's a decent news story about IUD insertions from ABC..

IUDs are one of the most effective forms of contraception, but for some women getting one inserted can be excruciating. Here's why — and what can be done to make it less painful.

17/08/2022

https://www.dazeddigital.com/life-culture/article/56710/1/the-future-of-contraception-is-male

The pill hit the market over 60 years ago – so why is the male equivalent taking so long?

18/07/2022

I have heard several people recently describe vasectomy as reversible. I was a little perplexed by this, have I missed something? Well, yes and no.. have a read of this short article from MSI Australia which gives a good summary:
https://www.vasectomy.org.au/faqs/vasectomy-reversal/

What is vasectomy reversal? What is the success rate of reversing a vasectomy? Your queries are addressed here. Call us for free.

28/06/2022

Great article from NPS MedicineWise again! This time about contraception and mood - including how oestrogen and progesterone can affect mood.

While hormonal contraception is generally safe and effective, it may precipitate depression in some women. This effect may be related to the progestogen contained in the contraceptive.