Optimising cervical cancer prevention amongst Aboriginal women in rural and remote New South Wales: A pilot study
Research status
Completed
Overview of Study
Family Planning NSW, with Walgett Aboriginal Medical Service, is implementing a pilot study which aims to address the relatively high cervical cancer incidence and mortality amongst Aboriginal women, through utilising a combined screening approach with same-day treatment (if indicated and requested). A ‘same-day’ approach may benefit women who may otherwise be lost to follow up.
An evaluation is being undertaken by the University of Newcastle to explore the acceptability of this approach for Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal women and the relevant health workforce.
Training midwives in the insertion of the contraceptive implant to increase uptake in the immediate postpartum period: a feasibility pilot study
Research status
In progress
Overview of Study
Australia has a relatively high rate of unintended pregnancy. Women may be particularly susceptible to unintended pregnancies in the 12 months after giving birth, partially due to difficulty accessing contraception. It is therefore essential that there be minimal barriers to accessing effective contraception in the postpartum period, including long-acting reversible contraceptives (LARC). LARC methods (including the implant and intrauterine devices) are the most effective at preventing unintended pregnancies.
Cost benefit analysis of increasing the uptake of LARC in Australia
Research status
Completed
Overview of Study
Long-acting reversible contraceptives (LARCs) are highly effective in preventing pregnancy; however, uptake remains relatively low in Australia.
A cost-benefit analysis was undertaken to assess the impact of two scenarios for Australian women (over five years), with economic modelling based on the latest published contraception rates and discontinuation rates.
Scenario 1: Switching from an oral contraceptive pill to a LARC.
Scenario 2: Initiating the use of a LARC for women not currently using any form of contraception.
An updated guide to contraception. Part 1: Short-acting methods
Reference
McNamee K, Harvey C, Stewart M, Bateson D, 2018, An updated guide to contraception. Part 1: Short-acting methods, Medicine Today, 19(10) 10-24Safety of insertion of the copper IUD and LNG-IUS in nulliparous women: a systematic review
Reference
Foran T, Butcher BE, Kovacs G, Bateson D, O'Connor V, 2018, Safety of insertion of the copper IUD and LNG-IUS in nulliparous women: a systematic review, The European Journal of Contraception & Reproductive Health Care, Online DOI: 10.1080/13625187.2018.1526898Project reports
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Factors associated with the initiation of testosterone replacement therapy in men from the 45 and Up Study
Reference
Cheng Y, Bateson D, Concepcion K, Stewart M, Lowy M, Sweeney S, Estoesta J, McGeechan K, 2018, Factors associated with the initiation of testosterone replacement therapy in men from the 45 and Up Study, Australian Journal of General Practice, Online https://doi.org/AJGP-02-18-4480Partner with us
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