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Contraception Choices

https://www.contraceptionchoices.org/

Information to help weigh up the pros and cons of different contraceptive methods.

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Different ways to take the combined pill

https://www.oxfordhealth.nhs.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/OH.087.20-patient-information-leaflet-for-different-ways-to-take-the-combined-pill.pdf

Alternative ways to use the COCP, including tricycling or continuous pill taking. Information leaflet advising on these methods vs standard 3 week on 1 week off method.

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FPA resources

https://www.fpa.org.uk/professionals/resources/

Family planning association (FPA) information booklets. Written for patients, also helpful for doctors. Leaflets about contraceptive methods, emergency contraception, STIs, postnatal health, and abortion.

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FSRH contraception over 40

https://www.fsrh.org/standards-and-guidance/documents/fsrh-guidance-contraception-for-women-aged-over-40-years-2017/

Guidance for prescribing contraception in women over 40yrs. Includes when to safely stop contraception, how to co-prescribe with HRT, and safety considerations.

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UKMEC

http://ukmec.pagelizard.com/2016

UKMEC (medical eligibility criteria) for contraceptive prescribing.

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