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Contraception and VD/Expert Profile
Expertise
I can answer questions on birth control including how they work, the pros and cons of different methods, why you might choose one over the other, how to correct mistakes you may have made in using the device and more. As well, I can help with general knowledge on STIs, symptoms, incubation, transmission, and treatment.
Experience in the area
I have experience in birth control and sexual health education counselling since 2003. I have worked with two affiliates of the International Planned Parenthood Federation and have been extensively trained by them. As well, I have a Masters in Applied Science (Sexual Health).
Organizations
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Publications
http://www.news.com.au/heraldsun/story/0,21985,23720526-662,00.html
Education/Credentials
Masters in Applied Science (Sexual health), Graduate Certificate in Sexual Health, BA (Psychology and Geography)
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response T = Timeliness P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | T | P | Comments |
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| Lisa | 05/18/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| Mellissa | 05/18/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you so much. |
| Kelli | 05/15/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks for putting my mind at ease! |
| Suanna | 04/23/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks so much Allison! I appreciate the ..... |
| Tara | 04/01/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | That made sense. Thank you! |
Recent Answers from Allison
2009-05-18 Irritation in the vagina area:
Dear Mellissa, There are several possibilities of what this could be. It is possible that is is a yeast infection. Or it could be more serious and be symptoms of Sexually Transmitted Infections.
2009-05-15 Late pills:
Dear Kelli, Not to worry, there is no increased risk by taking the pill a hour and a half later. It is only if 12 hours or more that there might be a concern. If you want to change when you take
2009-05-13 contraceptive implant bar:
Dear Georgia, Once the implant is removed the hormones are gone very quickly, and most women have a normal period within a month. This also means that your body will re-adjust and other side-effects
2009-05-08 marina birth control:
Dear Cee, With birth control, because there are so many different kinds, it is usually a trial-and-error process. You will just have to try it out to see what works for you, and if it doesn't, then
2009-05-07 birth control:
Dear Keith, For the pills to work properly they all need to be taken. Because your girlfriend never took the last pill, she is currently not protected from pregnancy. This means that she needs to
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