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Jul 2019
31m 22s

Contraception (Part 1)

PRIMARY CARE KNOWLEDGE BOOST
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Lisa and Sara talk to GP Dr Gatenby about contraception. In this episode we talk about why contraception is so important, types of contraception, the new ways to take the COCP, the differences between preparations of pills, different bleeding patterns on hormonal contraception and options to manage these.  ____ Useful resources:  FSRH up to date guidance for ... Show More
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