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Ask Dr Amy – Sexual Dysfunction Is Common, So What Can We Do About It?

9 Dec 2020

Difficulties and worries about sex have been a common theme in questions to Ask Dr Amy. Today, we are going to talk about those concerns and where to go to for help if you need

Ask Dr Amy – Let’s Talk About Sexpectations

29 Oct 2020

For people having sex, orgasms can be, but not always, a peak point of satisfaction. Yet like all exciting things, they don’t always come easy. For example have you ever caught yourself mid-sexual encounter, thinking:

Ask Dr Amy – Having Sex for the First Time

24 Sep 2020

Having sex for the first time usually doesn’t look like the sex in movies (or porn for that matter). People often get caught up in the ‘sexpectations’ and it may not be anything like the

Updated Implanon NXT Procedures Statement

16 Sep 2020

The contraceptive implant (Implanon NXT) is one of the most effective contraceptives available. Along with the hormonal and copper IUDs, it is classified as Long Acting Reversible Contraception (LARC) which are recommended as first-line options

Ask Dr Amy – Sex During COVID-19

2 Sep 2020

Have you ever had a question about sex or relationships but were too embarrassed to ask? You know, those questions about certain discharges, weird things that happen in the middle of a sexual encounter, that

Self-testing kits for HIV now available in Australia

27 Aug 2020

According to Australian Federation of AIDS Organisations (AFAO) it’s estimated that 28,180 people were living with HIV and 2,690 people were unaware they were HIV positive at the end of 2018. To support detection rates

International Sex Workers Day

28 May 2020

SHINE SA Media Release: 29 May 2020 International Sex Workers Day on June 2 provides an opportunity for us to support the rights of sex workers in South Australia and advocate for the decriminalisation

Embracing Community this International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Intersexism and Transphobia

15 May 2020

SHINE SA Media Release : 15 May 2020 International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Intersexism and Transphobia recognises the strength and community spirit of LGBTIQA+ people, allows for broader community support, while at the same

Changes to Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) Distribution

5 May 2020

SHINE SA will now temporarily provide a full 28-day supply of Post-exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) medication in place of the usual five-day starter pack. This measure has been put in place with the assistance of SA

Contraception During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Advice for Health Professionals

15 Apr 2020

SHINE SA have released a new Fact Sheet for health professionals: Contraception During the COVID-19 Pandemic. Contraception is an essential service during the COVID-19 pandemic. This includes the provision of emergency contraception, access to long

Position Statement: LARC Access During the COVID-19 Pandemic

7 Apr 2020

SHINE SA along with Family Planning Victoria, Family Planning NT, Family Planning Tasmania, Sexual Health and Family Planning ACT, Sexual Health Quarters, and True Relationships & Reproductive Health have co-signed a Position Statement on LARC access during the COVID-19

Contraception is essential in preventing rise in unintended pregnancy during COVID-19

2 Apr 2020

SHINE SA Media Release: 2 April 2020 Sexual and reproductive health must remain at the forefront of our minds during the COVID-19 pandemic. It is possible that throughout this crisis we may see a

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