The following topic concerning the contraception may be found in the AMS Information Sheets. Contraception While fertility declines with age, women are at risk of an unintended pregnancy until 12 months after the last menstrual period if over 50 years (24 months if below 50 years) Women should be provided with evidence-based information about all contraceptive options in order to support informed decision making Oestrogen containing methods (combined oral contraception and the vaginal ring

While hormonal contraception is generally safe and effective, it may precipitate depression in some women. This effect may be related to the progestogen contained in the contraceptive.

While fertility naturally declines with age, there is still a chance of pregnancy for up to 12 months after the last menstrual period for women over 50 (24 months for women who reach menopause before 50 years).

The Australasian Menopause Society is at the forefront of new directions in women's health and aims to bring accurate, evidence-based information to health professionals and the community

Menopause management using Australasian Menopause Society Information Sheets organised for ease of reference Menopause Basics, Menopause Treatment Options, Early Menopause, Risks and Benefits, Uro-genital, Bones, Sex and Psychological, Alternative Therapies, Contraception

The life expectancy of patients with cystic fibrosis has improved so much, they are now experiencing chronic health conditions such as cardiovascular disease.

Authors' conclusions:  High-frequency TENS was found to be effective for the treatment of dysmenorrhoea by a number of small trials

Authors' conclusions:  We found no clear differences in life table pregnancy rates between women using LAM and being supported in doing so, and fully breastfeeding amenorrheic women not using any method

What is perimenopause? The perimenopause is the reproductive phase in a woman’s life occurring before the final menstrual period, or menopause. The Stages of Reproductive Aging Workshop (STRAW +10) system is a defined set of nomenclature which describes the stages of ovarian ageing.

AMS provides information for doctors and other health practitioners in supporting women through midlife health and the menopause. Our Information Sheets have been organised into the following management categories for ease of reference.