Proactively providing contraception to New Zealand adolescents. (5th April 2021)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Duncan, Rebecca; Paterson, Helen; Anderson, Lynley; Pickering, Neil
• Is Part Of: Australian and New Zealand journal of obstetrics and gynaecology. Volume 61:Number 3(2021)
• Page Start: 484
• Page End: 486
• Publication Date: 2021-04-05
• Subjects: access -- adolescents -- contraception -- LARCs -- New Zealand; Obstetrics -- Periodicals; Gynecology -- Periodicals; 618.05
• DOI: 10.1111/ajo.13343
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0004-8666

Abstract

Abstract : High adolescent pregnancy rates in New Zealand (NZ) are influenced by limited access to contraception. In this paper, we discuss using a proactive contraception provision (PCP) model to overcome barriers that prevent effective contraceptive uptake. After outlining steps taken to assess acceptability of PCP in NZ, we cover three issues to consider with PCP: the range of contraceptives that should be offered, the age range that should be approached, and finally whether to include adolescents without uteruses. We conclude that PCP is an approach worth considering in the NZ context and should be piloted to assess feasibility and effectiveness.