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Prof Deborah Bateson

Professor of Practice, Co-lead, Cervical Cancer and HPV Stream: Clinical translation and implementation, Daffodil Centre, Faculty of Medicine and Health, The University of Sydney
Deborah Bateson is Professor of Practice at The Daffodil Centre in the Faculty of Medicine and Health at The University of Sydney, and formerly Medical Director at Family Planning NSW. Deborah has worked as a clinician, researcher and educator in sexual and reproductive health for around 20 years with a focus on equitable access to evidence-based contraception, safe abortion care and cervical screening services nationally and internationally. She is an Honorary Fellow of the Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Health of the Royal College of Obstetricians, a board member of the International Federation of Abortion and Contraception Professionals (FIAPAC) and a recipient of the RANZCOG Excellence in Women’s Health Award. Deborah is co-author of the Therapeutic Guidelines on contraception and medical abortion and provides frequent commentary on a wide range of women’s health issues to the media.

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An app to prevent pregnancy? Don’t count on it

Fertility awareness apps are being championed as a new approach to contraception. In reality, while the technology may be new, women have been predicting the fertile days in their menstrual cycles to prevent pregnancy for a very long time. But the growth of the “femtech” industry, alongside a seemingly growing wave of younger women looking to move away from hormonal methods of contraception, has led to a renewed interest.

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A drospirenone 4mg progestogen-only oral contraceptive pill

In this Product Explainer, Prof Deborah Bateson, Medical Director of Family Planning NSW and Professor at the Daffodil Centre, Faculty of Medicine & Health at the University of Sydney explains the role of the Drospirenone 4mg Progestogen-only oral contraceptive pill, how it is administered and when it should be used.

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Oral contraception update

Differences between the various oral contraceptive preparations- evidence-based approach to both the pros and cons of oral contraceptive pill use.

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An app to prevent pregnancy? Don’t count on it

Fertility awareness apps are being championed as a new approach to contraception. In reality, while the technology may be new, women have been predicting the fertile days in their menstrual cycles to prevent pregnancy for a very long time. But the growth of the “femtech” industry, alongside a seemingly growing wave of younger women looking to move away from hormonal methods of contraception, has led to a renewed interest.

By Prof Deborah Bateson
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Bacterial vaginosis

What causes bacterial vaginosis, and making the correct diagnosis

By Prof Deborah Bateson
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A drospirenone 4mg progestogen-only oral contraceptive pill

In this Product Explainer, Prof Deborah Bateson, Medical Director of Family Planning NSW and Professor at the Daffodil Centre, Faculty of Medicine & Health at the University of Sydney explains the role of the Drospirenone 4mg Progestogen-only oral contraceptive pill, how it is administered and when it should be used.

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Contraception in perimenopause – A practical approach

The pros and cons of the various contraceptive methods at perimenopause

By Prof Deborah Bateson
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Oral contraceptive pill – Your questions answered: Part 1

Differences between combination vs progestogen-only pills, rules on missed and late pills, which pill to start with, what age to start, the risk with a family history of breast cancer, and applying the WHO’s “Medical Eligibility Criteria for Contraceptive Use” in practice

By Dr Terri Foran, Prof Deborah Bateson
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Oral contraception update

Differences between the various oral contraceptive preparations- evidence-based approach to both the pros and cons of oral contraceptive pill use.

By Prof Deborah Bateson
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Oral contraceptive pill – Your questions answered: Part 2

Which OCPs or contraceptive methods are best for a woman who has PMS, has acne, has PCOS, is concerned about weight gain, has heavy menstrual bleeding, and has a history of depression

By Dr Terri Foran, Prof Deborah Bateson
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Oral contraceptive pill – Your questions answered: Part 3

Managing irregular bleeding on the pill, IUDs and implants, the pill and reduced libido, side effects of pills, extended use and when to investigate further

By Dr Terri Foran, Prof Deborah Bateson
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Part 1: Cervical cancer screening – Your questions answered

The questions answered in this podcast are listed below. They were compiled by GPs and health professionals around Australia.

By Prof Deborah Bateson, Dr Rebecca South
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Part 2: Cervical cancer screening – Your questions answered

The questions answered in this podcast are listed below. They were compiled by GPs and health professionals around Australia.

By Prof Deborah Bateson, Dr Rebecca South
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