A woman aged 26 years was referred to interventional radiology for removal of an impalpable contraceptive implant (Implanon NXT) device.

This study aims to describe the models of care (MoC) used in the provision of IUDs by Australian GPs.

Modest proportions of general practice registrars have training in, and in-practice experience of, long-acting reversible contraception insertion.

This article compares intrauterine devices now available in Australia to support informed patient choice.

Regular contraceptive review should take account of the fact that women’s reasons for use may shift between contraceptive and non-contraceptive purposes.

Contraceptive options for young people seeking contraception.

Optimal contraceptive choices for women in their 40s.

Women’s intentions to use condoms, and their confidence in their ability to negotiate condom use, can be thwarted by lack of partner compliance, as well as various situational factors.

Despite being aware of the risks of diabetes in pregnancy, less than half of women with diabetes had sought preconception care, and many had poor knowledge of the most reliable contraceptive methods.

While clinical guidelines recommend increasing the use of long-acting reversible contraceptives, current contraceptive use and management in Australia do not reflect these recommendations.

The initial assessment and response to a disclosure of sexual assault is an important opportunity to address medical, safety and psychosocial concerns.

Interconception care is becoming increasingly important, with rising rates of overweight, obesity, diabetes and hypertension among people of reproductive age.