July 2008

This edition of the Clearinghouse Connector profiles information resources that explore the issue of Reproductive Health.

Women’s reproductive health encompasses women’s physical reproductive health, reproductive choices, and the social aspects that impact on women’s reproductive health and wellbeing. The Women's Health Victoria Clearinghouse holds a number of articles that relate to this, including those about contraception, fertility, pregnancy and termination of pregnancy.

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Please note due to copyright regulations not all resources listed are available for supply from Women's Health Victoria Clearinghouse.

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Contraception

What helps in providing contraceptive services for teens?

IUDs underused by Australian women

The combined oral contraceptive pill for endometriosis

Hepatitis C and contraception: what's the story?

New contraceptive 

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Fertility and Infertility

Fertility preservation for women

Psychosocial adjustment during pregnancy for older couples conceiving through assisted reproductive technology

Recent trends in Australian fertility

Social infertility

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Pregnancy

Having a baby in Victoria   

Teenage pregnancy   

Becoming a mum : just the whole world changes!   

Depression during pregnancy and postpartum   

Alcohol use during pregnancy    

Cannabis use during pregnancy   

Pregnancy and domestic violence    

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Termination of Pregnancy

Abortion laws in Australia

Abortion services in Australia

Medical abortion for Australian women: it's time

Abortion among young women and subsequent life outcomes

Late termination of pregnancy

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Other Articles

A gender guide to reproductive health publications: producing gender-sensitive publications for health professionals

Future directions for Victoria's maternity services

Women and sexual and reproductive health (Banner)

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The Women's Health Victoria Clearinghouse

Did you know the Clearinghouse holds a diverse range of journal titles - some of which are not held by any other library in Victoria. A selection of titles is available here.

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How our Clearinghouse can help you

Women's Health Victoria's Clearinghouse has a wealth of information on gender in health in various forms.

Our experienced health and information professionals can assist you to access this information.

To contact the clearinghouse email your request to clearinghouse@whv.org.au or phone 03 9662 3755.

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The Infertility Treatment Authority is the statutory body established by the Victorian Parliament to administer the regulation of infertility treatment within Victoria.

Reproductive Choice Australia is interested in ensuring that women’s reproductive rights are protected and enhanced in Australia.

Women With Disabilities Australia (WWDA) is the peak organisation for women with all types of disabilities in Australia. The website has a range of information including sexual, reproductive health and rights.

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Next month's topic is 'Sexual Health'