Research Grant
[Cite as https://purl.org/au-research/grants/arc/LP0561954]
Researchers:
A/Prof Anthony Smith
(Chief Investigator)
,
Angela Taft
(Chief Investigator)
,
Dr Julia Shelley
(Chief Investigator)
,
Dr Kay Stewart
(Chief Investigator)
,
Prof COLIN CHAPMAN
(Chief Investigator)
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Brief description A study of the provision of the emergency contraceptive pill over-the-counter in Australia. Australian abortion rates, especially among young women, are a major concern. The emergency contraceptive pill (ECP) is an effective method for the prevention of unwanted and unplanned pregnancy, with the potential to reduce abortions. The study aims to provide evidence of whether the rescheduling of ECP in Australia so that pharmacists as well as doctors can dispense it, has improved its accessibility and use by women at risk of abortion. It will also assess whether pharmacists feel confident, well-trained and supported to provide it and whether abortion rates have reduced. The study will provide policymakers with the evidence to assess whether this important initiative is effective and what is needed to improve its effectiveness.
Funding Amount $120,000
Funding Scheme Linkage Projects
- PURL : https://purl.org/au-research/grants/arc/LP0561954
- ARC : LP0561954