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Joint statement on ‘Abortion reversal’: RCOG, FSRH, RCM & BSACP

File size: 613kb | Date: 6 July 2022 | FSRH Statement - PDF

Joint statement on ‘Abortion reversal’ by the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG), The Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare (FSRH), the Royal College of Midwives (RCM) and the British Society of Abortion Care Providers (BSACP)

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FSRH CEU Statement on Nexplanon® Insertion Site 15 January 2020

File size: 327kb | Date: 15 January 2020 | Clinical Statements - PDF

This CEU Statement provides guidance to healthcare professionals in response to a letter circulated by MSD (manufacturer of Nexplanon®) to healthcare professionals in the UK about updated guidance regarding the recommended Nexplanon® insertion site.

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Portfolio Pathway Gap Analysis Tool

File size: 34kb | Date: 1 December 2023 | Education and Training Documents - XLSX

The Gap Analysis Tool enables you to self-assess what knowledge, skills and attitudes you will need to acquire and evidence, beyond your current competencies, for the Portfolio application. This tool can also be used to monitor these acquisitions. 

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Minutes of the FSRH Annual General Meeting 2023

File size: 192kb | Date: 23 November 2023 | Useful Resources - PDF

Minutes of the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG) held by video conference.

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MFSRH Membership Examinations Regulations

File size: 309kb | Date: 4 November 2023 | FSRH Membership Exams Information (MFSRH) - PDF

The MFSRH Exam Regulations outline the terms of the MFSRH examination and subsequent Membership of FSRH. Details regarding eligibility and MFSRH policies are included. All candidates sitting the MFSRH are advised to read the MFSRH Exam Regulations prior to application. Last approved by Specialist Training Committee in October 2021.

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Terms of Reference FSRH Northern Ireland Committee

File size: 111kb | Date: 2 November 2023 | FSRH Committee Terms of Reference - PDF

The Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare Northern Ireland Committee Terms of Reference. Updated November 2023.

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FSRH Membership Terms & Conditions

File size: 142kb | Date: 17 October 2023 | FSRH Membership Terms & Conditions - PDF

View, download and save the full FSRH Membership Terms & Conditions. Updated October 2023.

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FSRH Intrauterine Contraception: National Benchmarking Audit 2023

File size: 122kb | Date: 10 October 2023 | Clinical Effectiveness Unit - XLS

FSRH has developed this free electronic tool for UK members to audit their provision of intrauterine contraception (IUC) at their services. This audit is primarily focused on those working in primary care but will be useful for those in specialist services and other settings.  

Once the figures for the benchmarking auditable standards have been submitted, members in participating services will receive an individualised report which ranks their submitted figures for each of the auditable standards with other services from the UK.

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FSRH AGM 2022 Unconfirmed Minutes

File size: 562kb | Date: 9 October 2023 | FSRH Membership Related - DOCX

FSRH AGM 2022 Unconfirmed Minutes

 

Part of the agenda for the FSRH AGM 2023 is to vote to approve the unconfirmed minutes from 2022.

You can download these here.

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CSRH Complete CiP Guide (CiPs 1-10)

File size: 4156kb | Date: 27 September 2023 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - PDF

Published September 2023.

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Examiners Conference 2023 - Agenda

File size: 105kb | Date: 8 September 2023 | Current Clinical Guidance - PDF

Here is the full-day agenda for the Examiners Conference 2023, taking place at RCOG Friday 15 September.

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Member Support Fund Policy

File size: 133kb | Date: 8 September 2023 | Useful Resources - PDF

Member Support Fund Policy. Published September 2023.

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FSRH Annual Conference 2023 FAQs

File size: 174kb | Date: 7 September 2023 | Useful Resources - PDF

View FAQs for our 2023 Annual Conference. Published September 2023.

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FSRH CEU Statement: Response to new study by Meaidi et al (September 2023)

File size: 433kb | Date: 7 September 2023 | Clinical Statements - PDF

This FSRH Statement responses to a recently published study by Meaidi et al. published on 06/09/2023 which used data from nationwide Danish databases to compare risk of first VTE events during use of hormonal contraception (HC) with that during concomitant use of HC and the non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) ibuprofen, diclofenac or naproxen.

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FSRH Hot Topic: Troubleshooting contraception | Programme information

File size: 163kb | Date: 26 July 2023 | FSRH Events Programmes - PDF

This programme has been developed by leading experts, focused on practical tips and take-home messages. Disclaimer: the programme content is accurate at the time of publishing and may be updated. Published July 2023.

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MFSRH Convenor Role Description

File size: 96kb | Date: 24 July 2023 | FSRH Committee Role Descriptions - PDF

MFSRH Convenor Role Description. Published July 2023.

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MFSRH Examiner Role Description

File size: 89kb | Date: 24 July 2023 | FSRH Committee Role Descriptions - PDF

MFSRH Examiner Role Description. Published July 2023. 

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FSRH Clinical Guideline: Progestogen-only Pills (August 2022, Amended July 2023)

File size: 1690kb | Date: 17 July 2023 | Current Clinical Guidance - PDF

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FSRH Clinical Guideline: Progestogen-only Injectable (December 2014, Amended July 2023)

File size: 1824kb | Date: 17 July 2023 | Current Clinical Guidance - PDF

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FSRH Clinical Guideline: Progestogen-only Implant (February 2021, Amended July 2023)

File size: 1450kb | Date: 17 July 2023 | Current Clinical Guidance - PDF

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FSRH Clinical Guideline: Emergency Contraception (March 2017, amended July 2023)

File size: 1149kb | Date: 17 July 2023 | Current Clinical Guidance - PDF

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FSRH Clinical Guideline: Contraception for Women Aged over 40 Years (August 2017, amended July 2023)

File size: 1135kb | Date: 17 July 2023 | Current Clinical Guidance - PDF

This update of the 2010 Contraception for Women Aged Over 40 Years guideline has been developed by the FSRH and brings together evidence and expert opinion on contraception for women aged over 40 years. The guideline was developed with a team of experts in the relevant fields and has been extensively peer reviewed in accordance with methodology used for developing FSRH Clinical Guidelines. The guidance is intended for use by health professionals working in SRH, general practice and obstetric and gynaecology settings. 

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FSRH Guideline: Progestogen-only Pills (August 2022, Amended July 2023) (Evidence relocated)

File size: 1733kb | Date: 17 July 2023 | Current Clinical Guidance - PDF

This guideline provides evidence-based recommendations and good practice points for health professionals on the use of progestogen-only contraceptive pills. It is intended for any healthcare professional or health service providing contraceptive care in the UK. In this version of the POP Guideline, the supporting evidence for the recommendations has been removed from the main text and located in an appendix for ease of reading. This document is available to FSRH members and candidates only. 

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FSRH Clinical Guideline: Intrauterine contraception (March 2023, Amended July 2023) (Evidence relocated)

File size: 2708kb | Date: 17 July 2023 | Current Clinical Guidance - PDF

The guideline provides evidence-based recommendations and good practice points to enable clinicians to support individuals to make informed decisions about choosing and using IUC. It includes information on assessing suitability of IUC use for contraception, the risks and benefits of IUC and guidance for IUC procedures, complications and follow-up. It is intended for any health care professional or health service providing contraceptive care in the UK.

In this version of the IUC Guideline, the supporting evidence for the recommendations has been removed from the main text and located in an appendix for ease of reading.

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FSRH Clinical Guideline: Intrauterine contraception (March 2023, Amended July 2023)

File size: 2657kb | Date: 17 July 2023 | Current Clinical Guidance - PDF

The guideline provides evidence-based recommendations and good practice points to enable clinicians to support individuals to make informed decisions about choosing and using IUC. It includes information on assessing suitability of IUC use for contraception, the risks and benefits of IUC and guidance for IUC procedures, complications and follow-up. Published March 2023.

Please read this guidance document in conjunction with any relevant clinical statements for this topic:

FSRH CEU Statement: Response to new study by Meaidi et al (2023) Venous thromboembolism with use of hormonal contraception and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (September 2023)

FSRH Response to new study on use of CHC and POC and breast cancer risk (March 2023)

FSRH CEU Response to published study: Maternal use of hormonal contraception and risk of childhood leukemia: a nationwide, populate-based cohort study (September 2018)

FSRH CEU Statement to published systematic review: The relationship between progestin hormonal contraception and depression: a systematic review (March 2018)

FSRH CEU Statement: Response to Study Contemporary Hormonal Contraception and the Risk of Breast Cancer (December 2017)

FSRH CEU Statement: Response to Study: Intrauterine Contraception Use and Cervical Cancer Risk (January 2018)

FSRH CEU Statement: Contraception and Weight Gain (August 2019)


The digital version can be accessed from the BMJ SRH website: FSRH Guideline (March 2023) Intrauterine contraception BMJ Sexual & Reproductive Health 2023;49:1-142. 

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FSRH CEU Guidance: Progestogen-only Pills Quick Reference Summary (August 2022, updated July 2023)

File size: 482kb | Date: 17 July 2023 | Current Clinical Guidance - PDF

This summary has been written as a quick reference guide to help busy clinicians to give clear, safe advice on progestogen-only contraceptive pills. Please refer to the full 2022 FSRH Progestogen-only Pills Clinical Guideline for further information and supporting evidence for this advice. This document is written for FSRH members and requires you to log in to access it.

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FSRH Clinical Guideline: Combined Hormonal Contraception (January 2019, Amended October 2023)

File size: 1297kb | Date: 13 July 2023 | Current Clinical Guidance - PDF

This guidance provides evidence-based recommendations and good practice points for health professionals on the use of combined hormonal contraceptives (i.e. the combined oral contraceptive pill, transdermal patch and combined vaginal ring) currently available in the UK. It is intended for any health care professional or health service providing contraception or conception advice in the UK.

Please read this guidance document in conjunction with any relevant clinical statements for this topic:

FSRH CEU Statement: Response to new study by Meaidi et al (2023) Venous thromboembolism with use of hormonal contraception and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (September 2023)

FSRH Response to new study on use of CHC and POC and breast cancer risk (March 2023)

FSRH CEU Statement: New manufacturer/MHRA advice regarding nomegestrol acetate – how does this affect prescribing of Zoely®? (April 2023)

FSRH CEU Statement : New advice from the MHRA regarding cyproterone acetate: how does this affect prescribing of Co-cyprindiol/Dianette® for acne/hirsutism? July 2020

FSRH CEU Response to published study: Maternal use of hormonal contraception and risk of childhood leukemia: a nationwide, populate-based cohort study (September 2018)

FSRH CEU Statement: Oral Contraceptives and Multiple Sclerosis (March 2014)

FSRH CEU Statement: Response to Study Contemporary Hormonal Contraception and the Risk of Breast Cancer (December 2017)

FSRH CEU Statement: Contraception and Weight Gain (August 2019)

FSRH CEU Statement: Response to new reports of link between COC and Glaucoma (November 2013)


The digital version can be accessed from the BMJ SRH website: FSRH Guideline (January 2019, amended November 2020) Combined Hormonal Contraception. BMJ Sexual & Reproductive Health 2019; 45:Suppl 1.

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LoC SDI-IR Syllabus

File size: 200kb | Date: 5 July 2023 | Current Clinical Guidance - DOCX

LoC SDI-IR Syllabus. Download and save. 

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Certificate of Attendance - ASM 2023

File size: 77kb | Date: 5 July 2023 | Current Clinical Guidance - PDF

Here you can download a copy of the Certificate of Attendance for the Annual Scientific Meeting (ASM) 2023: Visions for the Future. As stated on the certificate, this event is worth a total of 8 CPD points.

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FSRH CEU Guidance: Combined Hormonal Contraception Quick Reference Summary (January 2019, updated October 2023)

File size: 899kb | Date: 15 June 2023 | Current Clinical Guidance - PDF

This summary has been written as a quick reference guide to help busy clinicians to give clear, safe advice on combined hormonal contraception (CHC). Please refer to the full 2018 FSRH CHC Clinical Guideline for further information and evidence for this advice. This document is written for FSRH members and requires you to log in to access it. 

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Joint sector position on reforming abortion law

File size: 254kb | Date: 14 June 2023 | FSRH Policy and External Affairs - PDF

We have signed up to a new position statement on reforming abortion law, alongside 32 other organisations. It states that abortion law must be clear, accessible and provide a reliable framework for women and healthcare professionals. Published June 2023. 

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Guide for MCPD Trainers

File size: 394kb | Date: 12 June 2023 | Menopause Care - PDF

Guide to being a Menopause Care Principal Trainer for the Menopause Care Professional Diploma (MCPD).

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LoC SDI-IO Training Requirements

File size: 315kb | Date: 12 June 2023 | Current Clinical Guidance - PDF

LoC SDI-IO Training Requirements. Download and Save. 

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LoC SDI-IR Training Requirements

File size: 416kb | Date: 12 June 2023 | Current Clinical Guidance - PDF

LoC SDI-IR Training Requirements. Download and Save. 

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Write to your MP template letter

File size: 22kb | Date: 8 June 2023 | FSRH Policy and External Affairs - DOCX

We’ve designed a template to assist individuals to write to their MP to talk about their own experiences accessing contraception. We are hoping that it will lead to more conversation amongst decision makers and ultimately better strategy, enhanced resource, and greater funding for SRH.

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Membership Exam Part I Handbook (MFSRH)

File size: 431kb | Date: 23 May 2023 | FSRH Membership Exams Information (MFSRH) - PDF

The MFSRH Part I Handbook is for candidates sitting the MFSRH Part I examination. The handbook contains information about the Part I exam, useful learning resources, and example questions. Updated June 2023.

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SRH International Programme

File size: 50kb | Date: 2 May 2023 | Education and Training Documents - PDF

Designed to support, develop and assess the sexual and reproductive healthcare (SRH) knowledge of healthcare professionals (HCPs) living and working outside the UK, SRH International has been created in partnership with leading SRH clinicians and educators to offer quality learning resources on key SRH topics.

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Joint position of the RCOG, the RCGP, the FSRH and the BMS: Achieving success with the Women’s Health Hub (WHH) model

File size: 646kb | Date: 24 April 2023 | FSRH Policy and External Affairs - PDF

This position statement sets out the joint position of the Royal Colleges and specialist societies representing healthcare professionals working across primary care, secondary care and sexual and reproductive health services on how best to harness the potential of the developing WHH model. Published April 2023.

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FSRH CEU Guidance: Intrauterine Contraception Quick Reference Summary (April 2023)

File size: 439kb | Date: 18 April 2023 | Current Clinical Guidance - PDF

This summary has been written as a quick reference guide to help busy clinicians to give clear, safe advice on intrauterine contraception. Please refer to the full 2023 FSRH Intrauterine Contraception Clinical Guideline for further information and evidence for this advice.

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ASM Conference Programme

File size: 198kb | Date: 14 April 2023 | Useful Resources - PDF

FSRH Annual Scientific Meeting (ASM) 2023 conference programme. 

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FSRH response to new study using a mathematical model to inform dose and regimen of exogenous hormones (April 2023)

File size: 347kb | Date: 13 April 2023 | Clinical Statements - PDF

A new mathematical model suggests that effective suppression of ovulation for contraception could be achieved using lower doses of progestogen and estrogen than those currently used in hormonal contraceptives. A paper published today in PLOS Computational Biology describes the model and its findings. The authors highlight that lower exposure to exogenous hormones could reduce associated health risks and side effects. The model could be used to inform dose and regimen of exogenous hormones to be investigated by future clinical trials seeking to find new options for safe, effective and acceptable contraception. Clinical trials would be required to investigate what outcomes, with such regimens, were found in practice.

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FSRH CEU Statement: New manufacturer/MHRA advice regarding nomegestrol acetate – how does this affect prescribing of Zoely®? (April 2023)

File size: 497kb | Date: 13 April 2023 | Clinical Statements - PDF

Theramex, in agreement with the MHRA, has issued a direct healthcare professional communications (DHPC) letter relating to prescribing of Zoely®, a combined oral contraceptive containing estradiol in combination with 2.5mg of the progestogen nomegestrol acetate (NOMAC).

The guidance is a response to evidence indicating an association between use of preparations containing nomegestrol acetate at higher doses than in Zoely (3.75mg-5mg) and increased risk of intracranial meningioma.

There is not evidence relating directly to use of Zoely itself.

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FSRH New Product Review: Intrauterine Ball (IUBTM) Ballerine® MIDI (February 2019) (Updated April 2023)

File size: 425kb | Date: 11 April 2023 | New Product Reviews - PDF

Manufactured by OCON Medical Ltd, the Intrauterine Ball (IUB™) SCu300B MIDI is a copper intrauterine device (Cu-IUD) comprised of copper beads with a total exposed copper surface of 300mm² strung on a flexible Nitinol (nickel/titanium alloy), PET-coated frame. Once the IUB is released from the 3.2mm diameter insertion tube into the uterus it coils into a spherical shape measuring 15mm in diameter. Download the product review in full here.

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FSRH CEU guideline Stakeholder

File size: 520kb | Date: 5 April 2023 | Clinical Effectiveness Unit - DOC

The Clinical Effectiveness Unit (CEU) of the Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare (FSRH) values the involvement of organisations in the development of FSRH guidelines and their active engagement during all stages of the development process. The FSRH would like to invite you and your organisation to register as a stakeholder.

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FSRH CEU Guidance: Switching or Starting Methods of Contraception (April 2023)

File size: 964kb | Date: 3 April 2023 | Current Clinical Guidance - PDF

This quick guide advises on effective starting or switching between contraceptive methods to reduce the risk of unplanned pregnancy. It summarises information from existing FSRH guidance documents. This guide should be used in conjunction with clinical judgment in individual situations. Published April 2023. 

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Nomegestrol acetate (Zoely): Measures to minimise the risk of meningioma

File size: 257kb | Date: 24 March 2023 | Useful Resources - PDF

Theramex Ireland Limited in agreement with the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) would like to provide you with information to minimise the risk of meningioma after the use of nomegestrol acetate or chlormadinone acetate containing products.

Zoely contains 2.5 mg nomegestrol acetate and 1.5 mg estradiol (as hemihydrate)

Should you have any questions regarding the use of nomegestrol-containing products, please contact Theramex Ireland Limited at medinfo.uk@theramex.com

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APPG SACHA Study meeting summary

File size: 203kb | Date: 23 March 2023 | FSRH Policy and External Affairs - PDF

This document is a summary of the APPG SRH's meeting to discuss the SACHA Study findings on 7 March 2023.

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Education Development Officer - Job Description

File size: 103kb | Date: 15 March 2023 | FSRH Staff Vacancies - PDF

We have an Education Development Officer role available which will support our culture of providing high-quality training and education for healthcare professionals to have a positive outcome for patient care.

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CEC GP Member - Role Description

File size: 155kb | Date: 2 March 2023 | FSRH Committee Role Descriptions - PDF

CEC GP Member - Role Description. Published March 2023.

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MFSRH Examiner Role Description

File size: 89kb | Date: 28 February 2023 | Education and Training Documents - PDF

MFSRH Examiner Role Description. Published February 2023. 

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Menu of FSRH Collaboration Opportunities

File size: 5326kb | Date: 23 February 2023 | Useful Resources - PDF

Are you a looking to reach an engaged community of sexual and reproductive healthcare professionals? Find out more about opportunities to work and partner with us.

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SRH International Policy

File size: 145kb | Date: 16 February 2023 | Education and Training Documents - PDF

SRH International Policy. Published February 2023.

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APPG SRH - workforce asks

File size: 112kb | Date: 16 February 2023 | FSRH Policy and External Affairs - PDF

This document sets out the APPG on SRH's policy asks to address SRH workforce challenges, further to a meeting in November 2022.

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2022 UG Essay Prize Winning Essay

File size: 229kb | Date: 2 February 2023 | Margaret Jackson Essay Prize - PDF

"The Contraceptive Options, Needs and Challenges for Transgender Men and Non-binary Individuals”. James Pasint-Magyar winning essay, uploaded 02/02/23

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Specialty Training Fund policy

File size: 93kb | Date: 2 February 2023 | Education and Training Documents - PDF

This document outlines the policy and procedures relating to the designated Specialty Training Fund. Published February 2023. 

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CSRH Training Fee Policy

File size: 119kb | Date: 19 January 2023 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - PDF

This document outlines the policy and procedures relating to payment of the annual Training Fee for CSRH trainees. January 2023. 

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Definitive Document

File size: 910kb | Date: 19 January 2023 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - PDF

Updated Jan 2023

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APPG on SRH workforce meeting summary

File size: 43kb | Date: 7 December 2022 | FSRH Policy and External Affairs - DOCX

This document summarises the discussion at the All Party Parliamentary Group on SRH meeting on 23 November 2022 focused on addressing workforce issues in SRH.

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FSRH EDI Statement

File size: 171kb | Date: 21 November 2022 | FSRH Statement - PDF

FSRH EDI Statement - November 2022

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National Service Specification for Abortion Care 2022

File size: 502kb | Date: 16 November 2022 | FSRH Policy and External Affairs - PDF

The National Service Specification for Abortion Care developed by BSACP and endorsed by FSRH, RCOG and FPH. Published in 2022.

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FRT Survey 2022 results

File size: 441kb | Date: 4 October 2022 | Education and Training Documents - PDF

FRT Survey 2022 results

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FRT Survey 2022 results

File size: 205kb | Date: 4 October 2022 | Education and Training Documents - PDF

FRT Survey 2022 results

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GTPD Survey 2022 results

File size: 181kb | Date: 4 October 2022 | Education and Training Documents - PDF

GTPD Survey 2022 results

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LoC Improvements

File size: 30kb | Date: 4 October 2022 | FSRH Letter of Competence Intrauterine Techniques (LoC IUT) - PDF

Throughout the Year of the Trainer, we have been hard at work listening to your feedback and reviewing our processes to make things easier for you.

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APPG SRH Access to Contraception Inquiry - 2022 progress report

File size: 304kb | Date: 26 September 2022 | FSRH Policy and External Affairs - PDF

This report of the All Party Parliamentary Group on Sexual and Reproductive Health in the UK sets out a progress update against the recommendations of the Group's 2020 report on Access to Contraception, further to the publication of the Government's Women's Health Strategy.

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Implementing the RCPCH guidance “Safeguarding guidance for children and young people under 18 accessing early medical abortion services” - Advice for Providers, Commissioners and Regulators.

File size: 252kb | Date: 23 September 2022 | FSRH Policy and External Affairs - PDF

This an advice document for providers, commissioners and regulators on implementing the RCPCH guidance “Safeguarding guidance for children and young people under 18 accessing early medical abortion services” (published in August 2022). It is endorsed by BSACP, FSRH and RCOG.

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APPG SRH meeting summary - July 2022

File size: 190kb | Date: 17 August 2022 | FSRH Policy and External Affairs - PDF

This sets out a summary of the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Sexual and Reproductive Health held a joint roundtable discussion with the Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare (FSRH) on 20th July in Parliament.

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FSRH & RCOG statement on decriminalisation of abortion 2022

File size: 161kb | Date: 7 August 2022 | FSRH Policy and External Affairs - PDF

Joint statement by FSRH and RCOG calling on the UK Government to decriminalise abortion across the UK. New statement follows several cases of women being prosecuted for ending their pregnancies while police have launched dozens of investigations into suspected breaches of the law in the past 10 years.

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FSRH CEU Statement Response to Edelman 2022 (August 2022)

File size: 402kb | Date: 4 August 2022 | Clinical Statements - PDF

A new study (Edelman 2022) adds to the evidence around use of LNG-EC by those with higher weight/BMI but does not give a clear enough picture to inform any change in guidance.

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FSRH Hatfield Vision July 2022

File size: 3818kb | Date: 18 July 2022 | FSRH Policy and External Affairs - PDF

The FSRH Hatfield Vision outlines priority goals and actions endorsed by 46 organisations, in areas such as access to contraception, reproductive rights, menopause, menstrual health, cervical screening and maternal health outcomes in black women and women of colour. The FSRH Hatfield Vision has been developed in consultation with stakeholders across the sector. It aims to leverage commitment and accountability at national and regional levels to achieve comprehensive, joined-up women’s reproductive healthcare.

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FSRH CEU Statement: Response to Endler 2022 (July 2022)

File size: 357kb | Date: 6 July 2022 | Clinical Statements - PDF

A recently-published literature review considers the evidence around mechanism of action of levonorgestrel oral emergency contraception (LNG-EC). The findings support current FSRH guidance on emergency contraception, and are reassuring for those with ethical concerns about post-ovulation effects.

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Menopause Practice Standards

File size: 633kb | Date: 30 June 2022 | Clinical Standards - PDF

These Menopause Practice Standards were produced by the British Menopause Society (BMS), Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG), Society for Endocrinology (SfE), Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Health (FSRH), Faculty of Pharmaceutical Medicine (FPM) and the Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS). The aim of the standards is to provide evidence-based recommendations and guidance on best menopause practice to support healthcare practitioners delivering menopause care in line with current national and international guidelines and recommendations.

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FSRH CEU Statement: Response to Heikinheimo 2022 (June 2022)

File size: 505kb | Date: 22 June 2022 | Clinical Statements - PDF

This FSRH Statement responses to a recently published cohort study, which used information from Finnish databases, assessed incidence of confirmed venous thromboembolic (VTE) events in 2018/19 amongst the roughly 300,000 Finnish people aged 15-49 who were using hormonal contraception (HC) in 2017 (identified from the prescribing database) and age-matched controls who were not using hormonal contraception.

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FSRH VP Application Form 2022

File size: 65kb | Date: 21 June 2022 | Governance and Management - DOCX

FSRH Vice President Application Form 2022

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FSRH ePortfolio Guide

File size: 1413kb | Date: 17 June 2022 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - PDF

This is a guide for people using the NES FSRH ePortfolio for Community Sexual and Reproductive Health (CSRH).

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APPG Terms of Reference

File size: 55kb | Date: 13 June 2022 | FSRH Policy and External Affairs - DOCX

Terms of Reference for the All Party Parliamentary Group on SRH in the UK.

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Mitigating Circumstances Request Form

File size: 56kb | Date: 7 June 2022 | FSRH Membership Exams Information (MFSRH) - DOCX

This form should be used if you wish to request mitigating circumstances for an examination or assessment. Please read the Mitigating Circumstances Policy document before completing this form.

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Mitigating Circumstances Policy

File size: 150kb | Date: 30 May 2022 | FSRH Membership Exams Information (MFSRH) - PDF

This policy outlines the normal Faculty procedures relating to applications for mitigating circumstances. Mitigating circumstances are defined as unforeseen, unpreventable circumstances that significantly disrupt a candidate’s performance in an examination. This should not be confused with long term issues such as medical conditions, for which the Faculty can make reasonable adjustments before assessment.

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Complaints and Appeals Policy

File size: 131kb | Date: 30 May 2022 | FSRH Membership Exams Information (MFSRH) - PDF

This document outlines the policy and procedures for any candidates who wish to make a complaint or submit an appeal in relation to an assessment or examination of an FSRH qualification.

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Reasonable Adjustments Policy

File size: 97kb | Date: 30 May 2022 | FSRH Membership Exams Information (MFSRH) - PDF

The Equality Act 2010 requires the FSRH to provide reasonable adjustments for people with a disability in the provision of its services, in order that people with a disability are treated fairly. The need to make a reasonable adjustment arises when a disabled person is put at substantial disadvantage to a person who is not disabled.

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Consultant Job Description Checklist

File size: 140kb | Date: 27 May 2022 | Useful Resources - PDF

This is the checklist used to review and approve Sexual and Reproductive Health Consultant posts

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FSRH Complaints Policy

File size: 162kb | Date: 25 May 2022 | FSRH Membership Terms & Conditions - PDF

Download and save the FSRH complaints policy - last updated May 2022.

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FSRH CEU Guidance: Drug Interactions with Hormonal Contraception (May 2022)

File size: 470kb | Date: 9 May 2022 | Current Clinical Guidance - PDF

This FSRH Guidance provides evidence-based recommendations and good practice points for health professionals on drug Interaction with Hormonal Contraception. It is intended for use by health professionals working in sexual and reproductive health, general practice, and obstetric and gynaecology settings.

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CSRH Guidance Note 6 Directly Observed Clinic

File size: 84kb | Date: 6 April 2022 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - PDF

This Guidance Note has been produced to help CSRH Trainees and Educational Supervisors navigate and use the new Directly Observed Clinic (DOC) form.

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Application Form - LOC IUT

File size: 195kb | Date: 1 April 2022 | FSRH Letter of Competence Intrauterine Techniques (LoC IUT) - PDF

Application Form - LOC IUT

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CSRH Gap Analysis July 2021

File size: 39kb | Date: 29 March 2022 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - XLSX

This is the Gap Analysis used by Trainees to transfer from the 2017 to the 2021 curriculum.

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FSRH Event Officer JD

File size: 391kb | Date: 21 March 2022 | FSRH Staff Vacancies - PDF

FSRH Event Officer job description.

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List of APPG SRH events

File size: 18kb | Date: 15 March 2022 | FSRH Policy and External Affairs - XLSX

Events of the All Party Parliamentary Group on Sexual and Reproductive Health in the UK.

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Application Form for the LOC IUT

File size: 195kb | Date: 8 February 2022 | FSRH Letter of Competence Intrauterine Techniques (LoC IUT) - PDF

Application Form for the LoC IUT - June 2023. 

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CSRH Trainee Hub Guide

File size: 1195kb | Date: 3 February 2022 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - PDF

This is a guide on how to use the CSRH Trainee Hub

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LoC SDI- IR Record of Training Form

File size: 289kb | Date: 28 January 2022 | FSRH Letter of Competence Subdermal Implants (LoC SDI) - PDF

LoC SDI-IR Record of Training Form - January 2023

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Logbook for LOC IUT - May 2023

File size: 337kb | Date: 28 January 2022 | FSRH Letter of Competence Intrauterine Techniques (LoC IUT) - PDF

Logbook for LOC IUT - May 202

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LoC SDI - IO Application Form

File size: 197kb | Date: 30 November 2021 | Current Clinical Guidance - PDF

Download the LoC SDI-IO Application form. January 2023

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FSRH CEU Resource: New one-handed, reloadable 52mg levonorgestrel-releasing intrauterine system

File size: 372kb | Date: 10 November 2021 | Clinical Statements - PDF

Benilexa® (Gedeon Richter) - a 52mg levonorgestrel-releasing intrauterine system (LNG-IUS) with a reloadable one-handed insertion device - is now available in the UK. Benilexa is licensed for 6 years of use for contraception. It is not licensed for endometrial protection as part of HRT. This FSRH CEU Resource provides a table which compares the product characteristics of LNG-IUS devices currently available in the UK, Benilexa®, Levosert®, Mirena®, Kyleena® and Jaydess®.

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APPG SRH - 'Investing in Women's Lives' event summary

File size: 54kb | Date: 1 November 2021 | FSRH Policy and External Affairs - DOCX

A summary of the APPG SRH's event 'Investing in Women's Lives', focused on the importance of a lifecourse approach to sexual and reproductive healthcare - held on 26th October 2021.

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General Training Peripatetic Training Programmes

File size: 301kb | Date: 27 October 2021 | FSRH Faculty Registered Trainer (FRT) Documents - DOC

A list of general training programmes delivering Diploma, LoC IUT and LoC SDI in multiple areas.

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Application form for FSRH Registered Trainer status

File size: 56kb | Date: 27 October 2021 | FSRH Faculty Registered Trainer (FRT) Documents - DOCX

Application form for FSRH Registered Trainer status (updated 31 March 2023). Download the application form and complete it, including any additional evidence requested.

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How to become a Faculty Registered Trainer

File size: 145kb | Date: 27 October 2021 | FSRH Faculty Registered Trainer (FRT) Documents - PDF

How to become a Faculty Registered Trainer (FRT). (Updated March 2023)

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Joint BMS, FSRH, RCOG, RCN & RCGP framework for restoration of menopause services in response to COVID-19 March 2021

File size: 260kb | Date: 14 October 2021 | Current Clinical Guidance - PDF

The updated joint framework produced by the British Menopause Society (BMS) in collaboration with FSRH, the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG), the Royal College of General Practitioners (RCGP) and the Royal College of Nursing (RCN) provides guidance to clinical practitioners on the resumption of menopause services in the next phase of planned clinical services.

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CSRH Trainee Day 2021 Programme

File size: 103kb | Date: 12 October 2021 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - PDF

Here is the programme of the 2021 CSRH Trainee Day

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FSRH Clinical Guideline opinions posters for contraception providers

File size: 357kb | Date: 23 September 2021 | Current Clinical Guidance - PDF

Two posters that can be displayed in your clinic. The FSRH Clinical Effectiveness Unit (CEU) is currently updating its guideline on Intrauterine Contraception. We are keen to hear your opinion regarding what should be included in this guideline update.

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FSRH Annual General Meeting (AGM) notice 2021

File size: 129kb | Date: 22 September 2021 | Governance and Management - PDF

Download details of our Annual General Meeting (AGM) to be held at 17:00 - 17:30 on Thursday 21 October 2021.

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FSRH Response HEE Call for Evidence Strategic Framework September 2021

File size: 188kb | Date: 7 September 2021 | FSRH Consultation Response - PDF

The Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare (FSRH) welcomes the opportunity to submit a response to the call for evidence “Strategic Framework Call for Evidence 2021” by Health Education England (HEE).

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FSRH Trustee - member role

File size: 133kb | Date: 13 August 2021 | Governance and Management - PDF

We have two vacancies for Members, Fellows or Diplomate to apply to join our Board of Trustees.

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CSRH Levels of Supervision

File size: 19kb | Date: 26 July 2021 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - PDF

Description of the Levels of Supervisions for the CSRH Specialty Training Programme

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CSRH Specialty Handbook

File size: 548kb | Date: 15 July 2021 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - PDF

This handbook details the key information needed by a trainee on the FSRH Specialty programme. It will also be useful for those involved in supervising or assessing CSRH trainees. It will be updated on a rolling basis.

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CSRH Guidance Note 2 Ultrasound

File size: 153kb | Date: 14 July 2021 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - PDF

Use and application of ultrasound skills in CSRH are integral components of clinical practice. This guidance document explains how ultrasound training fits within the CSRH Curriculum and is intended for trainers and trainees training for ultrasound skills in CSRH. This guidance will also be relevant to ultrasound trainers from allied professional backgrounds, e.g. sonographers, nurses and radiologists.

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CSRH Guidance Note 3 Transition

File size: 117kb | Date: 14 July 2021 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - PDF

Trainees will move to the new ePortfolio by 1 August 2021, apart from those in ST5 and ST6 who may choose to remain on the 2017 curriculum. We have published FAQs on its website to assist with the transition process.

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Telemedical abortion care: Safeguarding Young People

File size: 545kb | Date: 9 July 2021 | Clinical Statements - PDF

Statement from the Royal College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists (RCOG), the Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare and the British Society of Abortion Care Providers (BSACP) regarding the advent of telemedical abortion care and the safeguarding of young people.

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2021 Hot Topic Conference agenda

File size: 155kb | Date: 30 June 2021 | FSRH Events Programmes - PDF

Half-day Hot Topic Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare Across the Life-Course agenda 2021

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Joint telemedical abortion letter to Welsh Government June 2021

File size: 364kb | Date: 25 June 2021 | FSRH Policy and External Affairs - PDF

Alongside a coalition of charities and organisations, we have published a letter to Eluned Morgan MS, The Welsh Minister for Health and Social Services requesting the continuation of telemedicine for early medical abortion beyond the pandemic because telemedical abortion care is safe, effective, and accessible.

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Abortion and Abortion Care Factsheet - 2021

File size: 530kb | Date: 24 June 2021 | Current Clinical Guidance - PDF

A free resource for professionals in secondary schools to use in relationships and sex education (RSE) lessons. It aims to ensure that professionals involved in educating young people have a factually accurate, unbiased and evidence-based source of information about abortion in the UK.

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FSRH Position Statement on Young People

File size: 72kb | Date: 23 June 2021 | FSRH Policy and External Affairs - PDF

FSRH believes that every young person has the right to access high-quality, confidential, contraceptive care. Read and download the document in full.

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Joint telemedical abortion letter to Maree Todd MSP

File size: 383kb | Date: 16 June 2021 | FSRH Policy and External Affairs - PDF

Alongside a coalition of charities and organisations, we have published a letter to Maree Todd MSP, The Scottish Minister for Public Health, Women’s Health, and Sport requesting the continuation of telemedicine for early medical abortion beyond the pandemic because telemedical abortion care is safe, effective, and accessible.

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Certificate of Attendance CSRH Training Workshop 1

File size: 72kb | Date: 27 May 2021 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - PDF

Certificate of Attendance for those that took part in the CSRH Training Workshop 1 on 5 May 2021 and/or ePortfolio UAT.

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Menopause Special Skills Module Curriculum

File size: 260kb | Date: 20 May 2021 | FSRH Special Skills Modules - Abortion, Menopause, and Ultrasound training - PDF

Curriculum for the Menopause Special Skills Module

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Vice President for Membership role

File size: 155kb | Date: 17 May 2021 | Governance and Management - PDF

Role specification for Vice President for Membership of the FSRH

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FSRH CEU Statement: Contraception for Women with Eating Disorders (May 2021)

File size: 566kb | Date: 10 May 2021 | Clinical Statements - PDF

Sexually active women of reproductive age with eating disorders require effective contraception despite the fact that amenorrhoea and anovulation are common in this population. This statement provides clinicians with a resource for best helping women with eating disorders choose the most appropriate and acceptable contraception for them. Download and save the document here.

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CSRH March 2022 COVID Matrix FINAL

File size: 220kb | Date: 7 May 2021 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - PDF

Matrix of Annual Expectation of Educational Progression ST1 to 6 in Community Sexual and Reproductive Health - March 2022 for ARCP in COVID-19 period and beyond. Applies for ARCPs held from April 2022.

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Assessment Resource List

File size: 130kb | Date: 28 April 2021 | Education and Training Documents - PDF

Download a useful list of resources, including web links, videos and content you can use when training.

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CESR Application Guide

File size: 270kb | Date: 26 April 2021 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - PDF

Guide to Applying for the CESR

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CSRH Development Day Certificate

File size: 105kb | Date: 12 April 2021 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - PDF

Certificate of Attendance for the CSRH Development Day held on Thursday 3 December 2020.

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FSRH updated brand guidelines

File size: 11128kb | Date: 6 April 2021 | Useful Resources - PDF

Download our FSRH brand guidelines, last updated in February 2021.

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Presentation on Assessment CSRH

File size: 795kb | Date: 30 March 2021 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - PDF

presentation on new assessment in the updated csrh 2021

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NIACT Report on Sexual and Reproductive Health in Northern Ireland March 2021

File size: 13463kb | Date: 30 March 2021 | Useful Resources - PDF

Report launched by the Northern Ireland Abortion and Contraception Taskgroup (NIACT). NIACT is a group of multidisciplinary professionals formed in response to the Abortion (Northern Ireland) Regulations 2020. The purpose of NIACT's report is to provide an evidence base to inform the funding and commissioning of Relationships and Sexuality Education (RSE) provision and integrated sexual and reproductive healthcare for the population of Northern Ireland.

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CSRH Workplace-based assessment

File size: 90kb | Date: 29 March 2021 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - PDF

CSRH workplace based assessments

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CSRH Assessment Information

File size: 60kb | Date: 29 March 2021 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - PDF

Brief overview of the Assessment portfolio for the CSRH

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CSRH Guidance Note 1 Assessment

File size: 101kb | Date: 29 March 2021 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - PDF

CSRH Assessment Guidance Note

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Executive Summary NIACT Report on Sexual and Reproductive Health in Northern Ireland March 2021

File size: 2826kb | Date: 29 March 2021 | Useful Resources - PDF

Executive summary of the first report launched by the Northern Ireland Abortion and Contraception Taskgroup (NIACT). NIACT is a group of multidisciplinary professionals formed in response to the Abortion (Northern Ireland) Regulations 2020. The purpose of NIACT's first report is to provide an evidence base to inform the funding and commissioning of Relationships and Sexuality Education (RSE) provision and integrated sexual and reproductive healthcare for the population of Northern Ireland.

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Mini-CEX Form

File size: 164kb | Date: 29 March 2021 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - DOCX

Mini-CEX Form

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CSRH Reflective Practice Form

File size: 155kb | Date: 29 March 2021 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - DOCX

CSRH Reflective Practice Form

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Formative OSATS

File size: 160kb | Date: 29 March 2021 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - DOCX

Formative OSATS Form

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Patient Satisfaction Questionnaire (PSQ)

File size: 172kb | Date: 29 March 2021 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - DOC

CSRH Patient satisfaction Questionnaire (PSQ)

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CSRH TO1

File size: 153kb | Date: 23 March 2021 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - DOCX

Team observation form

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CSRH SO1

File size: 153kb | Date: 23 March 2021 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - DOCX

Self observation form

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CSRH Curriculum

File size: 100kb | Date: 23 March 2021 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - PDF

The CRSH Curriculum, launched in 2021.

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CSRH Case-based Discussion (CbD)

File size: 163kb | Date: 23 March 2021 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - DOCX

Case-based discussion templates

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Promoting Scotland’s sexual and reproductive health: A joint manifesto

File size: 232kb | Date: 1 March 2021 | FSRH Policy and External Affairs - PDF

Joint manifesto by the Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare (FSRH), the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG) and the British Association for Sexual Health (BASHH) ahead of the 2021 elections in Scotland

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FSRH Response to the Department of Health and Social Care consultation on the home use of both pills for early medical abortion up to 10 weeks gestation in England

File size: 268kb | Date: 26 February 2021 | FSRH Consultation Response - PDF

The Department of Health and Social Care is consulting on whether to continue to allow home use of mifepristone and misoprostol for early medical abortion (EMA) up to 10 weeks gestation after the pandemic. In our consultation response, we make the case for making this measure permanent in England.

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FSRH response to Welsh Government’s consultation on the home use of abortion pills

File size: 246kb | Date: 23 February 2021 | FSRH Consultation Response - PDF

The Welsh Government is consulting on whether to continue to allow home use of mifepristone and misoprostol for early medical abortion (EMA) up to 10 weeks gestation after the pandemic. In our consultation response, we make the case for making this measure permanent in Wales.

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FSRH CEU response public consult desogestrel POP as pharmacy medicine - Feb 2021

File size: 380kb | Date: 18 February 2021 | FSRH Response - PDF

This statement is a FSRH CEU response to a public consultation conducted by the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) regarding licensing of two brands of desogestrel 75mcg progestogen-only pill (POP) as Pharmacy Medicines (P). The products are Hana® (Laboratoire HRA Pharma) and Lovima® (Maxwellia Ltd).

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Members evidence request service sample response

File size: 127kb | Date: 18 February 2021 | Clinical Effectiveness Unit - PDF

Read a sample question and answer from our FSRH Clinical Effectiveness Unit (CEU) member evidence request service.

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CSRH Guide to CiP 4

File size: 105kb | Date: 11 February 2021 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - PDF

Capabilities in Practice 4

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CSRH Guide to CiP 5

File size: 140kb | Date: 11 February 2021 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - PDF

Capabilities in Practice 5

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CSRH Personal Development Plan

File size: 153kb | Date: 11 February 2021 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - DOCX

Personal development plan for CSRH Trainees to complete.

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CSRH Meeting Form

File size: 149kb | Date: 11 February 2021 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - DOCX

This form is to allow trainees to record details of any educational meetings between trainee and supervisor (Clinical or Educational).

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CSRH Guide to CiP 6

File size: 147kb | Date: 11 February 2021 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - PDF

Capabilities in Practice 6

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CSRH Guide to CiP 3

File size: 138kb | Date: 11 February 2021 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - PDF

Capabilities in Practice 3

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CSRH Guide to CiP 10

File size: 130kb | Date: 11 February 2021 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - PDF

Capabilities in Practice 10

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CSRH Guide to CiP 9

File size: 145kb | Date: 11 February 2021 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - PDF

Capabilities in Practice 9

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CSRH Guide to CiP 2

File size: 140kb | Date: 11 February 2021 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - PDF

Capabilities in Practice 2

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CSRH Guide to CiP 8

File size: 249kb | Date: 11 February 2021 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - PDF

Capabilities in Practice 8

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List of CSRH Procedures

File size: 128kb | Date: 11 February 2021 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - PDF

List of Procedures CRSH graduates must be able to perform.

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CSRH Knowledge Requirements

File size: 504kb | Date: 11 February 2021 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - PDF

CSRH complete syllabus and knowledge requirements

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Introduction to the New Curriculum

File size: 1149kb | Date: 11 February 2021 | Education and Training Documents - PDF

Presentation on the new curriculum presented by Dr Catherine Schunmann.

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CSRH Matrix of Progression 2021

File size: 151kb | Date: 11 February 2021 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - PDF

The Matrix of Progression sets out the minimum standards to be reached to progress from one training year to the next, and will be used by the Educational Supervisor and ARCP Panel.

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CSRH Guide to CiP 7

File size: 136kb | Date: 11 February 2021 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - PDF

Capabilities in Practice 7

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CSRH General Log

File size: 149kb | Date: 11 February 2021 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - DOCX

This form is to allow trainees to record details of other educational experiences. These can be clinical or non-clinical.

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CSRH Procedure Log

File size: 150kb | Date: 11 February 2021 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - DOCX

This form is to allow trainees to record details of any procedures undertaken

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CSRH Programme of Assessment

File size: 57kb | Date: 11 February 2021 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - PDF

CSRH Programme of Assessment

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CSRH Guide to CiP 1

File size: 143kb | Date: 11 February 2021 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - PDF

Capabilities in Practice 1

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Summative OSATS

File size: 162kb | Date: 11 February 2021 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - DOCX

Summative OSATS form

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FSRH CEU statement Levosert 6 year license for contraception - Feb 2021

File size: 378kb | Date: 8 February 2021 | Clinical Statements - PDF

This statement notes that the Levosert® 52mg LNG-IUS has been licensed for contraceptive use for 6 years. Levosert remains licensed for 5 years for management of heavy menstrual bleeding and is not licensed for endometrial protection as part of HRT.

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Terminology for the CSRH Curriculum

File size: 903kb | Date: 6 January 2021 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - DOCX

Terminology for CSRH curriculum

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Training champions

File size: 893kb | Date: 6 January 2021 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - DOCX

Training champions

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FSRH International Strategy 2020 - 2025

File size: 153kb | Date: 16 December 2020 | Governance and Management - PDF

The International Committee has recently (October 2020) produced its new strategy, which sets out our ambition to strategically influence and educate at the international level.

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Full report (December) - Women's Lives, Women's Rights

File size: 810kb | Date: 10 December 2020 | FSRH Policy and External Affairs - PDF

This is the full report of Women's Lives, Women's Rights, published by the APPG on Sexual and Reproductive Health in September 2020.

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Executive Summary (December) - Women's Lives, Women's Rights

File size: 367kb | Date: 10 December 2020 | FSRH Policy and External Affairs - PDF

This is the executive summary of the report Women's Lives, Women's Rights, published by the APPG on Sexual and Reproductive Health in September 2020. This version was updated in November of 2020 to reflect the endorsement of the FSRH, the RCOG and the RCGP.

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DFSRH Diploma Infographic as pdf

File size: 75kb | Date: 8 December 2020 | FSRH Diploma Training Documents - PDF

Download our Diploma Infographic as a pdf for sharing.

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Diploma (DFSRH) Q&A for trainers

File size: 380kb | Date: 30 November 2020 | Education and Training Documents - PDF

We share a Q&A from a planned redesigned Diploma (DFSRH) webinar to support our trainers.

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Online Theory Assessment (OTA) Guide

File size: 306kb | Date: 23 November 2020 | Education and Training Documents - PDF

This guide introduces the new Online Theory Assessment (OTA). It explains how this forms part of the assessments within the DFSRH 2020 and as an entry assessment for some of the Letters of Competence (LoCs).

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FSRH CEU Statement: Response to recently published “Bridge-It” study by Cameron, et al - November 2020

File size: 209kb | Date: 23 November 2020 | Clinical Statements - PDF

The FSRH CEU summarizes and comments on the Cameron, et al “Bridge-It” study, which found that women receiving levonorgestrel emergency contraception from a pharmacy are more likely to be using effective ongoing contraception if they are given a three-month supply of progestogen-only pill and facilitated access to local SRH services.

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FSRH CEU Statement: Response to Recent Publication Regarding Banh, et al - November 2020

File size: 233kb | Date: 17 November 2020 | Clinical Statements - PDF

“The effects on ovarian activity of delaying versus immediately restarting combined oral contraception after missing three pills and taking ulipristal acetate 30 mg” The journal Contraception recently published a study investigating timing of combined oral contraceptive pill (COC) restart after missed pills and use of ulipristal acetate emergency contraception (UPA-EC). The FSRH CEU responds to this study and advises where guidance does—and does not—change.

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FSRH Diploma (DFSRH) Information

File size: 709kb | Date: 4 November 2020 | FSRH Diploma Training Documents - PDF

We share some information about our DFRSH, what it offers you and how it can benefit your practice.

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FSRH Diploma (DFSRH) - Information for GPs

File size: 709kb | Date: 4 November 2020 | FSRH Diploma Training Documents - PDF

We share some information about our DFRSH, what it offers you and how it can benefit your practice.

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FSRH Diploma (DFSRH) - Information for nurses

File size: 709kb | Date: 4 November 2020 | FSRH Diploma Training Documents - PDF

We share some information about our DFRSH, what it offers you and how it can benefit your practice.

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FSRH Clinical Guideline: Progestogen-only Injectable (December 2014, Amended October 2020)

File size: 1178kb | Date: 24 October 2020 | Current Clinical Guidance - PDF

This guidance provides evidence-based recommendations and good practice points for health professionals on the use of progestogen-only injectables (depot medroxyprogesterone acetate (DMPA), Depo-Provera) currently available in the UK. It is intended for any health care professional or health service providing contraception or conception advice in the UK.

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CSC Nurse Representative Role Description

File size: 144kb | Date: 8 October 2020 | FSRH Committee Role Descriptions - PDF

The FSRH Clinical Standards Committee (CSC) is recruiting for a nurse representative. Deadline for applications in November 22nd, 2020.

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Draft Service Standards for Workload

File size: 322kb | Date: 2 October 2020 | Clinical Standards - PDF

The Service Standards for Workload in Sexual and Reproductive Health reflect up-to-date evidence, knowledge and clinical practice. The document includes updated information for online and remote consultations in addition to face-to-face consultations.

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FSRH Clinical Guideline: Contraception After Pregnancy (January 2017, amended October 2020)

File size: 1566kb | Date: 1 October 2020 | Current Clinical Guidance - PDF

Contraception After Pregnancy, endorsed by the Royal Colleges: GPs; Obstetricians and Gynaecologists; Nurses and Midwives, aims to guide healthcare professionals to inform and support the women in their care to make planned choices about future pregnancies and improve maternal and child outcomes through optimum spacing between children.

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AGM 2020 Notice

File size: 144kb | Date: 20 September 2020 | Governance and Management - PDF

Notice for the virtual AGM

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FSRH 2019 Annual Accounts

File size: 867kb | Date: 20 September 2020 | Governance and Management - PDF

Published accounts for 2019

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Women's Lives, Women's Rights: Executive Summary

File size: 283kb | Date: 10 September 2020 | FSRH Policy and External Affairs - PDF

This is the executive summary of the APPG on Sexual and Reproductive Health's report Women's Lives, Women's Rights. Published 10th September 2020.

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Women's Lives, Women's Rights: Full Report

File size: 714kb | Date: 10 September 2020 | FSRH Policy and External Affairs - PDF

The full report of Women's Lives, Women's Rights: Strengthening Access to Contraception Beyond the Covid-19 Pandemic. Published by the APPG on Sexual and Reproductive Health, 10th September 2020.

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Service Standards for Workload in Sexual and Reproductive Health Services

File size: 322kb | Date: 10 September 2020 | Clinical Standards - PDF

The Standards reflect up-to-date evidence, knowledge and clinical practice. The document includes brand updated information for online and remote consultations in addition to face-to-face consultations. This is a draft document that is currently open for public consultation.

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FSRH guidance on planning for LARC Procedures following the publication of the NICE COVID-19 rapid guideline

File size: 82kb | Date: 21 August 2020 | Covid-19 (Coronavirus) - PDF

Nationally, non-urgent procedures are beginning to resume and we are adapting our practice to deliver SRH in a different way to minimise risks associated with COVID-19. NICE have recently published ‘COVID-19 rapid guideline: arranging planned care in hospitals and diagnostic services’. Clinicians working in community settings have requested clarification of the Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare’s stance in light of this document. After consideration of the ‘NICE COVID-19 rapid guideline: arranging planned care in hospitals and diagnostic services the FSRH make the following recommendations for those working in community services.

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Tool to measure the impact of COVID-19 on sexual health services

File size: 118kb | Date: 12 August 2020 | Covid-19 (Coronavirus) - XLSX

This tool has been developed through a collaborative process between PHE and Central North West London (CNWL) with input from BASHH, English HIV and Sexual Health Commissioners and FSRH. It has been developed to enable providers and commissioners to better understand the impact of COVID-19 response on sexual health service provision.

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CNWL COVID-19 Survey Template for Healthcare Practitioners

File size: 31kb | Date: 12 August 2020 | Covid-19 (Coronavirus) - DOCX

Partners across the sector are working to understand the impact of COVID-19 on sexual health, reproductive health, and HIV to inform recovery and renewal plans. This survey, developed by Central North West London NHS Trust, for health care practitioners can be adapted to your local needs.

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PHE Practice Example Template

File size: 54kb | Date: 12 August 2020 | Covid-19 (Coronavirus) - DOCX

PHE is collating examples of how sexual health and reproductive health services have adapted during the COVID-19 response and are keen to hear about local innovations focusing on less well served populations. If you would like to submit a practice example please use this template and return to: Faye.Callaghan@phe.gov.uk.

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CNWL COVID-19 Survey Template for Service Users

File size: 36kb | Date: 12 August 2020 | Covid-19 (Coronavirus) - DOCX

Partners across the sector are working to understand the impact of COVID-19 on sexual health, reproductive health, and HIV to inform recovery and renewal plans. This survey, developed by Central North West London NHS Trust, is for service users can be adapted to your local needs.

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Teletriage for Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare Services in Response to COVID-19: Homeworking Considerations - Protecting Governance, Stability and Staff Wellbeing

File size: 181kb | Date: 26 July 2020 | Covid-19 (Coronavirus) - PDF

Document Two of Five. Developed by Mary Kyle, Senior Sexual Health Advisor at PHE National Sexual Health Helpline, in collaboration with the Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare, the British Association for Sexual Health and HIV, Public Health England and Brook.

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DFSRH 2020 Reasonable Adjustment Policy

File size: 103kb | Date: 17 July 2020 | FSRH Diploma Training Documents - PDF

A helpful document for those who are wishing to apply for extra time (and other reasonable adjustments) to their DFSRH 2020 training

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DFSRH 2020 Learner Charter

File size: 106kb | Date: 17 July 2020 | FSRH Diploma Training Documents - PDF

The DFSRH 2020 learner charter explains what commitments the FSRH will uphold and what the FSRH will ask of candidates who are training under the DFSRH programme.

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Logbook for the LoC IUT

File size: 329kb | Date: 9 July 2020 | FSRH Letter of Competence Intrauterine Techniques (LoC IUT) - PDF

Logbook for the LoC IUT (updated April 2022)

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COVID-19 and DA phone call guide for SRH HCPs

File size: 2050kb | Date: 8 July 2020 | Useful Resources - PDF

A resource from TURAS shared by our panel during the 'The impact of COVID-19 on SRH and Health Inequalities' webinar.

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Certificate of attendance - 8 July webinar

File size: 146kb | Date: 8 July 2020 | Useful Resources - PDF

Download a certificate of attendance for our 'The impact of COVID-19 on SRH and Health Inequalities' webinar, held on 8 July 2020.

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IOPC Silent Solution Guide

File size: 348kb | Date: 8 July 2020 | Useful Resources - PDF

Information about the 'Silent Solution' for HCPs to share with patients. A resource shared by our panel during the 'The impact of COVID-19 on SRH and Health Inequalities' webinar.

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Certificate of attendance - 27 May webinar

File size: 148kb | Date: 2 July 2020 | Useful Resources - PDF

Download a certificate of attendance for our 'Tips & tricks for delivering SRH services remotely during COVID-19 & beyond' webinar, held on 27 May 2020.

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FSRH guidance on resumption of training

File size: 265kb | Date: 1 July 2020 | Education and Training Documents - PDF

Download our latest guidance on the resumption of general and specialist training.

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FSRH response to NHS Capturing Clinical Changes survey

File size: 375kb | Date: 29 June 2020 | FSRH Consultation Response - PDF

This survey by NHS England and NHS Improvement looks at new and innovative ways of working that have been developed across the NHS during the COVID-19 pandemic. In our response we outline changes to SRH care during the pandemic, including remote consultations, prescriptions and medical collection systems, postpartum contraception, and telemedicine for abortion care.

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ARCP Decision aid

File size: 136kb | Date: 24 June 2020 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - PDF

ARCP Decision aid

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FSRH and RCOG response to the Cross-Party Group on SRH Inquiry into Access to Contraception

File size: 145kb | Date: 24 June 2020 | FSRH Consultation Response - PDF

This Inquiry is related to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on access to contraception over recent months. In our joint response with the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG), we propose that access to contraception in England has been challenged in recent years by funding cuts to public health services, and the fragmented commissioning of SRH services.

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Logbook for LoC SDI-IR

File size: 365kb | Date: 12 June 2020 | FSRH Letter of Competence Subdermal Implants (LoC SDI) - PDF

LoC SDI-IR Logbook. Download and save (updated May 2023).

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Joint BMS / FSRH / RCGP / RCOG framework for restoration of menopause services in response to COVID-19

File size: 1019kb | Date: 11 June 2020 | Covid-19 (Coronavirus) - PDF

The objective of this joint document produced by the British Menopause Society (BMS), the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG), the Royal College of General Practitioners (RCGP) and the Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare (FSRH) is to provide guidance to clinical practitioners on the resumption and running of menopause services in the next phase of restoration of planned clinical services.

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Progestogen-only injectables and anaphylactic reaction - Members Evidence Request June 2020

File size: 480kb | Date: 10 June 2020 | Covid-19 (Coronavirus) - PDF

Full Question: Regarding self administration at home of sayana press for someone who was starting an injectable for the first time - how safe is this (in relation to anaphylaxis) to be done at home for women who have not already had DMPA or sayana (bearing in mind anaphylaxis can sometimes only manifest itself after the second injection)?

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Extended use of Implant and LNG-IUS during covid-19

File size: 197kb | Date: 5 June 2020 | Covid-19 (Coronavirus) - PDF

Full Question: Please can you explain why it is OK to use a Nexplanon® for 4 years and Mirena® for 6 years during Covid-19 but not under normal circumstances?

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FSRH CSG Vice-Chair job description

File size: 96kb | Date: 5 June 2020 | FSRH Committee Role Descriptions - PDF

This document contains information about the role of Vice-Chair of the Clinical Studies Group and how to apply.

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FSRH CSG Trainee Observer role description

File size: 134kb | Date: 5 June 2020 | FSRH Committee Role Descriptions - PDF

This document contains information on the role of Trainee Observer within the Clinical Studies Group, and how to apply.

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FSRH Position Restoration of SRH Services during Covid-19 and Beyond June 2020

File size: 155kb | Date: 5 June 2020 | Covid-19 (Coronavirus) - PDF

This guidance on restoration of SRH services is aimed at decision-makers, commissioners, service managers and healthcare professionals. It was developed in consultation with FSRH’s Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland Committees. It provides recommendations on which services should be prioritised during restoration. It also outlines what has worked well during strict lockdown and should remain in place beyond the pandemic; for instance, the need for a variety of modalities of consultation to meet the SRH care needs of all, including the most vulnerable.

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Combined hormonal contraception, COVID-19 and VTE risk - Members Evidence Request May 2020

File size: 459kb | Date: 4 June 2020 | Covid-19 (Coronavirus) - PDF

Full question: For women starting a CHC the first year seems to be when the highest risk of VTE. Is there some caution we should be taking with starting CHC at this current time when there is an increased risk of contracting Covid 19? Should we be more careful in those women with a higher BMI who may not be contraindicated to CHC? In smokers? Would it also be more of concern in those women who are shielding who may have more of a concern that covid may be more severe in them?

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Letter of Competence SDI-IO - Application Form

File size: 197kb | Date: 29 May 2020 | FSRH Letter of Competence Subdermal Implants (LoC SDI) - PDF

This document will support you with your learning for the LoC SDI-IO qualification.

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Inquiry into Access to Contraception: Submissions Guide

File size: 66kb | Date: 27 May 2020 | FSRH Policy and External Affairs - PDF

This short guide details what kind of information to include in evidence to the Inquiry into Access to Contraception. Please note that this is intended as a guide only, and evidence is not necessarily unimportant if it falls outside of these areas.

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FSRH responds to Women and Equalities Select Committee inquiry

File size: 178kb | Date: 5 May 2020 | FSRH Consultation Response - PDF

The Women and Equalities Select Committee has launched an inquiry to examine the effects of COVID-19 on people with protected characteristics. In our response, we outline the ways in which vulnerable girls and women have been impacted by changes to SRH service provision during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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FSRH guidance for contraceptive provision after changes to Covid-19 lockdown May 2020

File size: 118kb | Date: 1 May 2020 | Current Clinical Guidance - PDF

It is anticipated that following the current period of Covid-19 lockdown, there will be an ongoing requirement for social distancing. The Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare (FSRH) makes recommendations relating to contraceptive services at times when lockdown restrictions are eased.

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FSRH responds to Health Devolution Commission call for evidence

File size: 307kb | Date: 8 April 2020 | FSRH Consultation Response - PDF

The Health Devolution Commission has launched a call for evidence on the value and accountability of devolved health systems. In our response, we propose that the success of devolution for SRH services depends on adequate funding, clear lines of accountability, and the co-commissioning of services.

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Sexual Health, Reproductive Health and HIV Services: Emergency COVID-19 Contingency Plan Paper for Government

File size: 250kb | Date: 26 March 2020 | Covid-19 (Coronavirus) - PDF

This document has been jointly produced by the FSRH, British Association for Sexual Health and HIV (BASHH), and British HIV Association (BHIVA), who together represent all sexual health reproductive health and HIV service providers in the United Kingdom. It sets out formal recommendations for the level of Government support needed to ensure these services are equipped to enact immediate short-term COVID-19 contingency measures, as well as medium and longer-term steps that also need to be taken in the coming weeks and months.

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NHS Critical Care Standard Operation Procedure - March 2020

File size: 449kb | Date: 25 March 2020 | Covid-19 (Coronavirus) - DOCX

This document sets out principles of safe staffing, rota structure and healthcare delivery as critical care units prepare and deliver increased activity during surge and super-surge in the Coronavirus pandemic. Download here.

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FSRH CEU clinical advice to support provision of effective contraception during the COVID-19 outbreak

File size: 402kb | Date: 20 March 2020 | Clinical Statements - PDF

During Covid19-related restriction in face-to-face contact with healthcare professionals, FSRH CEU offers the following clinical advice to support ongoing provision of effective contraception. Provision of effective contraception (this may be a bridging method in the short term) and emergency contraception are considered priority services.

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FSRH CEU Guidance: Recommended Actions after incorrect Use of Combined Hormonal Contraception (e.g. late or missed pills, ring and patch) (March 2020, amended July 2021)

File size: 504kb | Date: 16 March 2020 | Current Clinical Guidance - PDF

This document provides guidance on incorrect use of: combined oral contraceptive pills, the combined vaginal ring, and the combined transdermal patch. This guidance was developed with an international team of SRH experts. The panel used the limited relevant published evidence relating to risk of pregnancy associated with incorrect use of the combined pill, patch and ring to inform a set of rules that are overcautious, but are considered to be simple enough to make them usable in practice. The guidance was peer reviewed and went out to public consultation prior to final publication. The guidance is intended for use by health professionals working in SRH, general practice and obstetric and gynaecology settings, and can also be used by women using CHC. Download the document here.

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Draft 2020 CSRH Curriculum

File size: 1317kb | Date: 3 March 2020 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - PDF

Draft 2020 CSRH Curriculum

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Take part in PHE’s Reproductive Health Indicators consensus process

File size: 417kb | Date: 28 February 2020 | FSRH Policy and External Affairs - PDF

Public Health England (PHE) invites FSRH members to take part in the national Reproductive Health Indicators Delphi consensus process. This process aims to develop a set of core indicators, which will be the first of their kind in the UK, and will remedy the paucity of data on reproductive health.

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FSRH & RCOG consultation response revised NCSP policy by PHE February 2020

File size: 248kb | Date: 25 February 2020 | FSRH Consultation Response - PDF

Together with the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG), we respond to the public consultation on the proposal for a revised National Chlamydia Screening Programme (NCSP) policy by Public Health England (PHE).

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Top Tips for General Training Programme Directors (GTPDs)

File size: 135kb | Date: 24 February 2020 | FSRH Faculty Registered Trainer (FRT) Documents - PDF

This document contains useful tips for General Training Programme Directors (GTPDs) designed to help them run their training programme smoothly.

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CESR application guide

File size: 296kb | Date: 13 February 2020 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - PDF

CESR application guide

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CSRH Trainer handbook

File size: 301kb | Date: 7 February 2020 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - PDF

CSRH Trainer handbook

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CSRH Trainee handbook

File size: 298kb | Date: 7 February 2020 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - PDF

Trainee handbook

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Interview form for potential Faculty Registered Trainers

File size: 116kb | Date: 6 February 2020 | FSRH Faculty Registered Trainer (FRT) Documents - PDF

This form may be used by General Training Programme Directors to help them interview applicants who wish to become Faculty Registered Trainers (FRTs)

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OSATS Supervised Learning Event

File size: 297kb | Date: 10 January 2020 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - PDF

OSATS Supervised Learning Event

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FSRH Strategic Plan 2020-2025

File size: 605kb | Date: 4 December 2019 | Governance and Management - PDF

Read our five-year strategic plan 2020-2025

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Opportunities to embed sexual and reproductive healthcare services into new models of care. A practical guide for commissioners and service providers

File size: 487kb | Date: 25 November 2019 | Useful Resources - PDF

This report sets out case studies demonstrating the potential for new models of care to embed SRH services. It is based on an audit to assess the extent to which SRH isbeing factored into new models of care. 51 strategies and operational plans were reviewed from Sustainability and Transformation Partnerships, NHS England Vanguards and large-scale general practice organisations. The results show that few areas have explicitly recognised the opportunity to embed SRH services, and there is huge, untapped potential.

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Briefing: do sexual and reproductive healthcare services feature in new models of care? Findings from an audit

File size: 169kb | Date: 25 November 2019 | Useful Resources - PDF

In 2018, FSRH undertook a rapid review of new models of care to understand where SRH services were being embedded and to identify lessons and best practice to share. This briefing sets out the key findings of the audit and is a companion to the main report launched by FSRH in 2019, “Opportunities to embed sexual and reproductive healthcare services into new models of care. A practical guide for commissioners and service providers".

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Better care, a better future: Implementing our Vision for Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare in Northern Ireland

File size: 257kb | Date: 20 November 2019 | FSRH Policy and External Affairs - PDF

FSRH has published “Better care, a better future: Implementing our Vision for Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare in Northern Ireland”, a plan to support the implementation of our Vision for improved sexual and reproductive health (SRH) care for all in Northern Ireland. The plan was developed by the FSRH Northern Ireland Committee.

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FSRH response Prevention Green Paper October 2019

File size: 262kb | Date: 15 October 2019 | FSRH Consultation Response - PDF

We respond to the consultation on the Prevention Green Paper by the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) and the Cabinet Office.

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FSRH response HEE call for evidence Future Doctor September 2019

File size: 189kb | Date: 26 September 2019 | FSRH Consultation Response - PDF

FSRH responds to call for evidence by Health Education England (HEE) about the remit of the doctor in the future, including the skills, knowledge and behaviours doctors will need to perform their role.

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SRH CSG Terms of Reference

File size: 50kb | Date: 3 September 2019 | FSRH Committee Terms of Reference - PDF

The Sexual and Reproductive Health Clinical Studies Group (SRH CSG) develops and provides guidance for clinical and behavioural science research studies to improve the sexual and reproductive health (SRH) of people of all genders.

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FSRH response HSC inquiry on the budget and the NHS Long Term Plan

File size: 210kb | Date: 22 August 2019 | FSRH Consultation Response - PDF

FSRH response to the Health and Social Care Committee's inquiry on the budget and the NHS Long Term Plan. The inquiry examines the funding required for NHS capital, education and training, social care and public health to implement the NHS Long Term Plan.

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Clinical Standards Committee Vacancy - CSRH Trainee Member Job Description

File size: 130kb | Date: 21 August 2019 | FSRH Committee Role Descriptions - PDF

The Clinical Standards Committee (CSC) is looking for an enthusiastic CSRH trainee member to be part of the team. The successful applicant will be a current CSRH trainee. The individual would be available to attend the FSRH Clinical Standards Committee meetings (four per year - three via video/teleconference) and be a key member of the team to help with the development and shaping of future clinical standards. The deadline for applications is 10am on Monday 23rd September 2019.

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FSRH CEU Statement: Contraception and Weight Gain (August 2019)

File size: 206kb | Date: 12 August 2019 | Clinical Statements - PDF

This statement reviews and summarises the available evidence regarding the effect of contraception on weight. Looking at each method individually, the FSRH CEU advises clinicians regarding proven and theoretical associations between contraceptive options and weight/BMI.

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FSRH Scotland Committee response to Scottish Government - New national Public Health body - Public Health Scotland

File size: 184kb | Date: 19 July 2019 | FSRH Consultation Response - PDF

The Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare (FSRH) is the largest UK professional membership organisation working at the heart of sexual and reproductive health, supporting healthcare professionals to deliver high quality care - with nearly 1200 members working in Scotland. FSRH's Scotland Committee welcomes the chance to comment on the consultation, and see this proposal as an opportunity to consolidate currently separate public health structures into one, and in doing so to increase their overall impact on public health.

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FSRH Guideline-related Resources: Quick Reference Summary of Clinical Guidance on Overweight, Obesity and Contraception (July 2019)

File size: 144kb | Date: 10 July 2019 | Current Clinical Guidance - PDF

This summary has been written as a quick reference guide to help busy clinicians give clear, safe advice on contraception for women who are overweight or with obesity. Please refer to the full Overweight, Obesity and Contraception guideline for further information and evidence for this advice. 

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FSRH Service Standards for Record Keeping - July 2019

File size: 1223kb | Date: 8 July 2019 | Clinical Standards - PDF

Contemporaneous and high quality record keeping is an important aspect of clinical risk management. It ensures that clinicians and other staff have timely access to information relevant to the patient’s current episode of care. It facilitates clear communication to other involved clinicians justifying decision-making for actions taken. In the event of complaints, untoward incidents and medico-legal cases, accurate and comprehensive documentation supports prompt resolution. In addition, good clinical records support audit, management, planning, policy, commissioning and research. Download the document and save.

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Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) curriculum

File size: 1602kb | Date: 2 July 2019 | Education and Training Documents - PDF

Download our new Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) curriculum for practitioners working in integrated sexual health services. Jointly produced by BASHH, FSRH and NHIVNA, and endorsed by Health Education England (HEE).

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FSRH Consultation Response - Rebuilding a Public NHS: Health and Social Care Policy Commission of the Labour Party

File size: 586kb | Date: 1 July 2019 | FSRH Consultation Response - PDF

The Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare (FSRH) welcomes the opportunity to respond to Labour’s consultation on Rebuilding a Public NHS as part of its Health and Social Care Policy Commission for 2019. FSRH is the largest UK multidisciplinary professional membership organisation representing the voices of more than 15,000 healthcare professionals working to deliver Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare (SRH). Our members work primarily to ensure contraceptive, cervical/ gynaecological, and pregnancy choices are best enabled. Our goal is to ensure high quality SRH services which realise our Vision for individualised and holistic SRH across the life-course. We believe that access to high-quality SRH care for all is a human right. Thus, in relation to this consultation, our response is focused on SRH services.

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FSRH Annual Review 2018

File size: 2254kb | Date: 27 June 2019 | Governance and Management - PDF

Download and Read our FSRH Annual Review Document.

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FSRH Consultation response - NICE Termination of Pregnancy draft guideline

File size: 211kb | Date: 6 June 2019 | FSRH Consultation Response - PDF

The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) and the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG) recently launched a consultation on their draft guidelines on termination of pregnancy. In strongly welcoming the guidance, we focused on several key areas.

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CEU Quick Guide on Conducting Systematic Reviews to Answer Clinical Questions

File size: 283kb | Date: 23 May 2019 | Useful Resources - PDF

The FSRH CEU has produced a quick guide on conducting systematic literature reviews to answer clinical questions. This brief and easy-to-use guide aims to support FSRH members to conduct a systematic literature search/review to answer clinical enquiries they may have. Download the guide here.

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DFSRH CPD Record

File size: 10kb | Date: 22 May 2019 | General Training Recertification - XLSX

DFSRH CPD Record

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DFSRH recertification form

File size: 252kb | Date: 22 May 2019 | General Training Recertification - DOCX

DFSRH recertification form, revised May 2019

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ePortfolio guide for trainees

File size: 640kb | Date: 26 April 2019 | FSRH Diploma Training Documents - PDF

Here you can find information regarding the ePortfolio for the Diploma. This document will cover areas such as how to add a trainer, send a ticket request and how to complete the final summative assessment.

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FSRH provides evidence to APPG inquiry on women’s access to contraception

File size: 582kb | Date: 25 April 2019 | FSRH Consultation Response - PDF

In its submission to the All Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare (SRH), FSRH provides evidences the extent to which current commissioning structures and funding cuts to sexual and reproductive healthcare (SRH) services have threatened equal access to contraception and the training of clinicians to provide contraception effectively.

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FSRH, RCOG, BSCCP & Jo’s Cervical Cancer Trust Joint Position Statement Cervical Screening April 2019

File size: 551kb | Date: 17 April 2019 | FSRH Consultation Response - PDF

Joint position statement on cervical screening by FSRH, The Royal College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists (RCOG), the British Society of Colposcopy & Cervical Pathology (BSCCP) and Jo’s Cervical Cancer Trust submitted in response to the call for evidence by the review of cancer screening programmes in England led by Sir Mike Richards.

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Holistic Integrated Commissioning of Sexual & Reproductive Healthcare - AoMRC, RCOG, FSRH, RCGP, RCPath and RCPCH Position

File size: 231kb | Date: 4 April 2019 | FSRH Policy and External Affairs - PDF

The AoMRC, FSRH, RCOG, RCGP, RCPath and RCPCH believe there is a need for SRH care to be more broadly integrated into women’s healthcare pathways in the NHS. We are calling for integrated holistic commissioning of SRH, with one body maintaining oversight and holding accountability for all commissioning decisions.

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FSRH and FPA submission - Welsh Government consultation on Sex and Relationships Education (RSE) Curriculum

File size: 183kb | Date: 3 April 2019 | FSRH Consultation Response - PDF

In joint response with the Family Planning Association (FPA) to the consultation on the new Relationships and Sex Education (RSE) curriculum by the Welsh Government, we evidenced the risks of parents being able to withdraw their children from RSE. We strongly recommended that instead the guidance should encourage schools to work with parents to reiterate the benefits of RSE and ensure as few children as possible miss out on their right to education.

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FSRH Clinical Guideline: Overweight, Obesity and Contraception (April 2019)

File size: 855kb | Date: 1 April 2019 | Current Clinical Guidance - PDF

This guideline summarises the available evidence on contraceptive choices for women who are overweight and women with obesity (i.e. with body mass index 25 kg/m2 or higher). The guideline evaluates the interrelationship between contraception and weight and considerations such as bariatric surgery and weight loss medication.

Also available in digital format on the BMJ website: FSRH Guideline (April 2019) Overweight, Obesity and Contraception. BMJ Sexual & Reproductive Health 2019; 45:Suppl 2.

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FSRH submission inquiry NHS long term plan legislative proposals by HSC Committee

File size: 326kb | Date: 25 March 2019 | FSRH Consultation Response - PDF

The Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare (FSRH) responds to the HSC Committee inquiry into the legislative proposals put forward to support the implementation of the NHS Long-term Plan. FSRH calls for holistic integrated commissioning of sexual and reproductive healthcare.

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Job Description for CESR Evaluator

File size: 154kb | Date: 20 March 2019 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - PDF

Job Description for CESR Evaluator

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FSRH Consultation response - Public Health Outcomes Framework (PHOF) 2019/20

File size: 404kb | Date: 4 March 2019 | FSRH Consultation Response - PDF

FSRH Consultation Response: FSRH welcomes Public Health England’s proposed changes to the Public Health Outcomes Framework 2019/2020. We have provided robust evidence in support of the proposed indicators in sexual and reproductive healthcare (SRH) and has highlighted room for improvement.

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ACCEA 2019 Application Form FSRH

File size: 25kb | Date: 8 February 2019 | Useful Resources - DOCX

Download and Save the ACCEA application form here for 2019 awards.

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FSRH and RCOG Abortion Care Factsheet to Support RSE Lessons in Secondary Schools

File size: 310kb | Date: 30 January 2019 | FSRH Policy and External Affairs - PDF

The FSRH RCOG abortion care factsheet is a free resource for professionals in secondary schools to use in relationships and sex education (RSE) lessons. It aims to ensure that professionals involved in educating young people have a factually accurate, unbiased and evidence-based source of information about abortion in the UK.

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FSRH/BASHH Standards for Online and Remote Providers of Sexual and Reproductive Health Services - January 2019

File size: 784kb | Date: 24 January 2019 | Clinical Standards - PDF

The rapid expansion in the number of providers of online Sexual and Reproductive Health/Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare (SH/SRH) services has enabled and empowered users to access their healthcare in more ways than through a face-to-face consultation with the health care professional. The FSRH and BASHH support these innovations and recognise that these services have enormous potential. They are seeking, however, key assurances in the standards of care and quality of services provided.

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FSRH Code of Governance

File size: 110kb | Date: 30 November 2018 | Governance and Management - PDF

Read our full Code of Governance here.

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History of the FSRH

File size: 826kb | Date: 21 November 2018 | FSRH Membership Related - PDF

Download a history of the FSRH with contributions from our founders.

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Contraception Priority Setting Partnership Report 2018

File size: 3204kb | Date: 12 November 2018 | Projects - PDF

Final report of the Contraception Priority Setting Partnership (Contraception PSP) led by FSRH and the James Lind Alliance (JLA). The goal of this participatory research project was to create, by democratic consultation, a list of Top 10 research priorities in contraceptive care, put together by patients, their partners and clinicians.

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Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare for people with complex needs experiencing social exclusion - Launch of FSRH’s Vision Implementation Plan for high-quality sexual and reproductive healthcare in Scotland

File size: 338kb | Date: 15 October 2018 | FSRH Policy and External Affairs - PDF

The FSRH Scotland Committee has developed a plan of implementation to deliver FSRH’s Vision in Scotland. The plan of implementation was launched at a seminar in Edinburgh this summer with the presence of MSPs, the Minister for Public Health, clinicians and other stakeholders. The discussions held at the seminar are summarised in this report, focusing on how barriers prevent delivery of high-quality SRH care in Scotland with a focus on people experiencing social exclusion.

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FSRH response Health and Social Care inquiry sexual health September 2018

File size: 399kb | Date: 3 October 2018 | FSRH Consultation Response - PDF

In its submission to the Health and Social Care Committee’s (HSC) sexual health inquiry, FSRH provides evidence on cuts to sexual and reproductive health (SRH) care services as voiced by its membership, highlighting the effects it has had on the workforce. FSRH stresses the role of Government in strengthening local authorities’ (LAs) SRH mandate.

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FSRH Consultation Response NHS England Long term plan September 2018

File size: 416kb | Date: 2 October 2018 | FSRH Consultation Response - PDF

NHS England (NHSE) has launched a consultation following the recent Government announcement of additional funding for the NHS. In our response, FSRH has called for the establishment of a women’s health strand to the long-term plan, pointing out that there is substantial evidence to suggest that women’s access to healthcare is being skewed by fragmentation of commissioning and perverse financial incentives.

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FSRH CEU Response to published study: Maternal use of hormonal contraception and risk of childhood leukemia: a nationwide, populate-based cohort study (September 2018)

File size: 320kb | Date: 1 September 2018 | Clinical Statements - PDF

A Danish database study suggests that children born to women who have used hormonal contraception (HC) in the three months prior to conception or in early pregnancy are at increased risk of developing childhood non-lymphoid leukaemia compared with children whose mothers have never used HC. The FSRH CEU provides a critical appraisal of the study in this statement.

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FSRH response GPhC new safeguards for online sales of medicines

File size: 191kb | Date: 20 August 2018 | FSRH Consultation Response - PDF

FSRH responds to consultation by The General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) on new safeguards for online sales of medicines, including prescription-only medicines. FSRH has warned that new safeguarding measures could inadvertently create additional barriers for women to access their preferred method of contraception.

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Annual review 2017

File size: 504kb | Date: 12 June 2018 | Governance and Management - PDF

Our FSRH annual review looks back at our achievements in 2017 and our strategic plans for 2018-20.

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Ultrasound Special Skills Module Curriculum

File size: 120kb | Date: 4 June 2018 | FSRH Special Skills Modules - Abortion, Menopause, and Ultrasound training - PDF

Curriculum for the Ultrasound Special Skills Module

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Better care, a better future: Implementing our Vision for Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare in Scotland

File size: 456kb | Date: 4 June 2018 | Governance and Management - PDF

FSRH’s plan of implementation for FSRH’s vision for sexual and reproductive healthcare (SRH) in Scotland, “Better care, a better future: Implementing our Vision for Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare in Scotland”, has been developed by the Scottish Committee and highlights practical solutions in seven areas that can help those involved in service planning and delivery to guarantee that standards of care are upheld across the nation and that women and men living in Scotland access high-quality SRH consistently.

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How to write a blog post for FSRH

File size: 149kb | Date: 24 May 2018 | FSRH Blogs - DOCX

Download and fill in our word template to submit your blog for consideration and publishing. Please note, FSRH reserves the right of editorial on all submitted blogs.

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Privacy Policy

File size: 178kb | Date: 24 May 2018 | FSRH Membership Terms & Conditions - PDF

Privacy Policy - Last updated July 2020

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FSRH statement: MHRA changes its regulatory position on sodium valproate

File size: 98kb | Date: 24 April 2018 | FSRH Response - PDF

On 24 April the Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) changed its regulatory position on medicines containing sodium valproate. MHRA advises that if a woman of childbearing age is to be prescribed sodium valproate, she must be enrolled in a pregnancy prevention programme (PPP). This FSRH statement outlines the implications for daily practice.

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SRH sector open letter to SoS Jeremy Hunt - DHSC call for evidence local authority prescribed activity

File size: 186kb | Date: 18 April 2018 | FSRH Policy and External Affairs - PDF

Key SRH and public health stakeholders such as FSRH, BASHH, BHIVA, FPH, NAT, THT, FPA and Brook have sent an open letter to Secretary of State Jeremy Hunt highlighting the challenges currently faced by the sector. The letter was issued in relation to a call for evidence launched by the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) on the impact of local authority public health prescribed activity. The call for evidence closed in April 2018.

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FSRH Reflection for FRT recertification

File size: 28kb | Date: 11 April 2018 | Education and Training Documents - DOCX

The “FSRH Reflection forms for FRT recertification” can be used to progress beyond describing teaching to documenting personal reflections based on your teaching experience such as: what you liked, enjoyed, felt and why; what you disliked or felt didn’t go so well; and what you may have found difficult or challenging. Download this document here.

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FSRH Structured Reflective Template: Case Review

File size: 241kb | Date: 11 April 2018 | Education and Training Documents - DOCX

The “FSRH Structured Reflective Template: Case Review” can be used to assist with documenting the type of case reviewed, describing this case, reflecting on good clinical care and reflecting on maintaining good medical practice. Download this document here.

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FSRH Structured Reflective Template: Data Collection Audit

File size: 28kb | Date: 11 April 2018 | Education and Training Documents - DOCX

The “FSRH Structured Reflective Template: Data Collection Audit” can be used to record and reflect on a completed audit cycle. This includes recording and summarising Auditable Standards, putting forward any recommendations and reflecting on what you learnt from the process of audit. Download this document here

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FSRH Structured Reflective Template: Personal Learning

File size: 240kb | Date: 11 April 2018 | Education and Training Documents - DOCX

The “FSRH Structured Reflective Template: Personal Learning” can be used to document and reflect on CPD activity. This includes reflecting on your main learning points, thinking about how CPD activity will change your practice and whether the activity highlighted any learning needs. Download this document here.

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TPKE case studies: teenage pregnancy interventions by local councils

File size: 130kb | Date: 26 March 2018 | FSRH Policy and External Affairs - PDF

The four case studies collated by the Teenage Pregnancy Knowledge Exchange (TPKE) at the University of Bedfordshire were issued together with a joint FSRH and TPKE press statement on the publication of the Office for National Statistics (ONS) data on conceptions for women aged under 18 in England and Wales for the year 2016. The case studies illustrate how councils have applied the evidence and lessons for effective action on teenage pregnancy. They focus on a key element of what the local authority has done and by no means represent the totality of their work on teenage pregnancy.

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FSRH CEU Statement to published systematic review: The relationship between progestin hormonal contraception and depression: a systematic review (March 2018)

File size: 127kb | Date: 1 March 2018 | Clinical Statements - PDF

Much recent media attention has been given to the subject of a potential association between hormonal contraception and depression. The FSRH CEU monitors and reports relevant emerging evidence. A new systematic review published in Contraception examines the existing evidence relating to risk of depression associated with use of progestogen-only contraception (POC).1 The authors of the review conclude that the bulk of the evidence does not support an association between use of POC and depression based on validated measures. Meta-analysis was not possible due to the heterogeneity of studies.

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Managing Trainees in Difficulty

File size: 600kb | Date: 23 February 2018 | FSRH Faculty Registered Trainer (FRT) Documents - PDF

Download and save the document to your computer here.

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Joint FSRH - RCOG response to the Department of Education's consultation on Relationships and Sex Education

File size: 249kb | Date: 18 February 2018 | FSRH Consultation Response - PDF

FSRH and RCOG have submitted a joint response to the Government's consultation on Relationships and Sex Education. Together, we have strongly endorsed maintaining most elements of the DfE’s 2000 Sex and Relationships Education Guidance as well as the more recent comprehensive approach outlined in Sex and Relationships Education for the 21st Century We have emphasised that both documents are robust pillars which should not be ignored.

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FSRH response consultation NHS Charges to Overseas Visitors Amendment Regulations 2017 part one

File size: 303kb | Date: 18 February 2018 | FSRH Consultation Response - PDF

FSRH has submitted evidence to the Department of Health's consultation on the impact of extending NHS charges to community healthcare services for overseas visitors (the NHS Charges to Overseas Visitors Amendment Regulations 2017). This is one of two documents that constitute FSRH's response, focusing on impacts to vulnerable groups.

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FSRH response consultation NHS Charges to Overseas Visitors Amendment Regulations 2017 part two

File size: 227kb | Date: 18 February 2018 | FSRH Consultation Response - PDF

FSRH submits evidence to the Department of Health's consultation on the impact of extending NHS charges to community healthcare services for overseas visitors (the NHS Charges to Overseas Visitors Amendment Regulations 2017). This is one of two documents that constitute FSRH's response, focusing on Public Health aspects of the regulations.

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FSRH Supplementary ACCEA Form 2018

File size: 22kb | Date: 13 February 2018 | FSRH Membership Related - DOCX

Download and save the Word version of the supplementary ACCEA form.

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ACCEA Form 2018

File size: 30kb | Date: 13 February 2018 | FSRH Membership Related - DOCX

Download and save the word version of the ACCEA form for 2018.

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FSRH CEU response to European Medicines Agency recommendations regarding use of ulipristal acetate for management of uterine fibroids (February 2018)

File size: 225kb | Date: 1 February 2018 | Clinical Statements - PDF

The European Medicines Agency (EMA) is currently reviewing the safety of use of Esmya® (ulipristal acetate) for management of uterine fibroids. This review follows reports of a very small number of cases worldwide of serious liver injury in women using Esmya. Until the review process is complete, temporary restrictions have been placed on commencing treatment with Esmya and guidelines for monitoring liver function in women already taking Esmya have been introduced. The EMA recommendations are available at: http://www.ema.europa.eu/ema/index.jsp?curl=pages/news_and_events/news/2018/02/news_detail_002902.jsp&mid=WC0b01ac058004d5c1

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FSRH and RCOG call to action to increase cervical screening attendance rates

File size: 255kb | Date: 21 January 2018 | FSRH Policy and External Affairs - PDF

Call to action by FSRH and the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG) about the reported drop in cervical screening rates for the year 2016-17 in England. The call to action was issued during Cervical Cancer Prevention Week which ran from 22 to 28 January 2018.

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FSRH AGM Minutes 2017

File size: 194kb | Date: 12 January 2018 | Governance and Management - PDF

Download and save the FSRH Annual General Meeting minutes from November 2017

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FSRH CEU Statement: Response to Study: Intrauterine Contraception Use and Cervical Cancer Risk (January 2018)

File size: 139kb | Date: 1 January 2018 | Clinical Statements - PDF

This statement responds to a recent study that reported that women who had used intrauterine contraception (IUC) were over one third less likely to experience invasive cervical cancer than women who had not used IUC. The study has received media attention and the FSRH CEU considered it important to put the findings into perspective. January 2018

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CSRH 2017 ARCP Matrix

File size: 401kb | Date: 20 December 2017 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - PDF

Community Sexual Reproductive Healthcare 2017 Annual Review Competence Progression Matrix

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CSRH 2017 Specialty Curriculum

File size: 2478kb | Date: 19 December 2017 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - PDF

Curriculum for the Community Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare Specialty- version 2017

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FSRH CEU Statement: Response to Study Contemporary Hormonal Contraception and the Risk of Breast Cancer (December 2017)

File size: 472kb | Date: 1 December 2017 | Clinical Statements - PDF

FSRH's Clinical Effectiveness Unit (CEU) reviews an observational study published in the New England Journal of Medicine. The study reports that, in the Danish study population, women who were currently using any method of hormonal contraception* (HC) or had done so within the last 6 months were 20% more likely to be diagnosed with breast cancer than those who had never used HC.

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Events Committee - Terms of Reference

File size: 172kb | Date: 30 November 2017 | FSRH Committee Terms of Reference - PDF

Download the full Terms of Reference for the Meetings Committee.

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MFSRH Exams - Claiming Tax Relief

File size: 144kb | Date: 7 November 2017 | FSRH Membership Exams Information (MFSRH) - PDF

Guidance on claiming tax relief for the FSRH Membership Exams - CSRH Trainees

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FSRH Service Standards for Risk Management in Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare - Oct 2017

File size: 454kb | Date: 20 October 2017 | Clinical Standards - PDF

Risk Management is an approach to improving the quality and safety of health care by identifying circumstances that put patients and staff at risk and acting to prevent or control those risks. The overall aim of any risk management strategy is to make the effective management of risk part of everyday practice. This can only be achieved if there is a comprehensive and cohesive framework in place, underpinned by clear accountability arrangements across the organisation.

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Open Letter Jeremy Hunt Healthcare Charging Regulations 2017

File size: 589kb | Date: 18 October 2017 | FSRH Policy and External Affairs - PDF

Co-signed letter by FSRH along with Doctors of the World UK, the National AIDS Trust (NAT) and other organisations asking Secretary of State for Health Jeremy Hunt to consider withdrawing the NHS (Charges to Overseas Visitors) Amendment Regulations 2017

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Joint Professions Statement - October 2017

File size: 314kb | Date: 16 October 2017 | FSRH Policy and External Affairs - PDF

Read the full statement issued by the Academy of Medical Royal Colleges in Oct 2017 regarding the importance of multi professional teams working to deliver better outcomes for patients.

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FSRH statement on the She Decides campaign

File size: 345kb | Date: 11 October 2017 | FSRH Policy and External Affairs - PDF

FSRH officially joins the She Decides campaign, a global initiative to promote and enhance the fundamental rights of every girl and woman.

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SRH Specialist Nurse Lead Volunteer Role

File size: 183kb | Date: 9 October 2017 | FSRH Committee Role Descriptions - PDF

Download and save the nurse lead role here. Please note the closing date is 9am 23 October 2017.

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FSRH Annual Review 2016

File size: 545kb | Date: 18 September 2017 | Governance and Management - PDF

Download and view FSRH's Annual Review for 2016

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FSRH Press Statement Safety of Emergency Contraception

File size: 270kb | Date: 13 September 2017 | FSRH Policy and External Affairs - PDF

FSRH responds to reports in the media questioning the safety of emergency contraception in the context of availability of advance supply online

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LoC SDI-IO Logbook

File size: 342kb | Date: 24 July 2017 | FSRH Letter of Competence Subdermal Implants (LoC SDI) - PDF

LoC SDI-IO Logbook. Download and save (updated May 2023).

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GWG Final Report and Recommendations

File size: 1032kb | Date: 3 July 2017 | Governance and Management - PDF

Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare Governance Working Group Final Report and recommendations July 2015

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Commonly used acronyms eKA

File size: 312kb | Date: 21 June 2017 | Education and Training Documents - PDF

Download this document for your reference.

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Register as an FSRH Guideline Stakeholder

File size: 386kb | Date: 19 June 2017 | Clinical Effectiveness Unit - DOC

Download, fill in and return this form to the CEU to register as an FSRH guideline stakeholder.

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FSRH Statement on release of Office for National Statistics (ONS) Quarterly Conception Rates for Women under 18 data: January - March 2016 ‘TEENAGE CONCEPTION RATES’

File size: 429kb | Date: 25 May 2017 | FSRH Policy and External Affairs - PDF

FSRH welcomes the publication of the ONS’ quarterly statistics on conceptions for women aged under 18 in England and Wales (January to March 2016). Overall, the data shows a continuous decline in under-18 conceptions, including a decrease in rates from 21.8 to 19.9 per 1.000 in comparison to the same quarter last year (January to March 2015). Wales alone shows a slightly bigger decline, from 24.1 to 21.5 per 1.000 for the same period.

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FSRH response to Department of Communities and Local Government's consultation on the design of the 100% business rates retention system

File size: 441kb | Date: 5 May 2017 | FSRH Consultation Response - PDF

The consultation “100% Business Rates Retention - Further consultation on the design of the reformed system” has been launched by the Department of Communities and Local Government and seeks views on the design of the new system for local government to retain all taxes raised locally. FSRH highlights, in this response, that funding public health through retained business rates risks compounding health inequalities, negatively impacting on the success of well-established public health strategies.

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The RCOG and FSRH General Election Manifesto, 2017

File size: 283kb | Date: 5 May 2017 | FSRH Policy and External Affairs - PDF

We want to see the next Government take a life course approach to improve the health of all women and girls at every age and stage of their lives. The next Government needs to invest now and place women at the centre of their own care, educating and empowering them to make informed choices.

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Membership Exam Part II Handbook (MFSRH)

File size: 321kb | Date: 2 May 2017 | FSRH Membership Exams Information (MFSRH) - PDF

The MFSRH Part II Handbook is for candidates sitting the MFSRH Part II examination. The handbook contains information about the Part II exam, useful learning resources, example questions and information about Membership and recertification. Approved October 2021.

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SRH Essentials Facilitator guidelines

File size: 540kb | Date: 5 April 2017 | FSRH SRH Essentials Course - PDF

More information on the role of the SRH Essentials facilitator. Download it and save for future reference

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FSRH Clinical Guideline: Quick Starting Contraception (April 2017)

File size: 583kb | Date: 1 April 2017 | Current Clinical Guidance - PDF

This FSRH Guideline provides evidence-based recommendations and good practice points for health professionals on the use of quick starting contraception, i.e. starting contraception immediately instead of waiting for the next menstrual cycle. It is intended for any health care professional/health service providing contraception or conception advice in the UK.

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Diplomate Nomination Form 2017

File size: 79kb | Date: 24 March 2017 | FSRH Membership Related - PDF

Download, print and fill in the Diplomate nomination form for vacancies in 2017.

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FSRH Position Statement on Abortion including Decriminalisation

File size: 81kb | Date: 20 March 2017 | FSRH Policy and External Affairs - PDF

FSRH believes that women should be able to access safe and legal abortion wherever they live in the UK. This document was updated in December 2017 to include FSRH's new position on the decriminalisation of abortion throughout the UK. In February 2018, an addendum was included to acknowledge that whilst the vast majority of Faculty members agree with decriminalisation of abortion in the UK, not all members support the Faculty’s stance on this issue.

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FSRH Position Statement on PSHE and RSE (Feb 2017)

File size: 12kb | Date: 20 March 2017 | FSRH Policy and External Affairs - PDF

FSRH believes that all children and young people have the right to high quality PSHE and RSE. Read and download the statement in full.

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FSRH Position Statement on Men and boys (Feb 2017)

File size: 88kb | Date: 20 March 2017 | FSRH Policy and External Affairs - PDF

FSRH believes the needs and views of men and boys must be included in the conversation about contraceptive care and SRH health more generally. Read and download the document in full.

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FSRH Position Statement on Over 25s (Feb 2017)

File size: 88kb | Date: 20 March 2017 | FSRH Policy and External Affairs - PDF

FSRH believes that women across the life course should have confidential, quick access to the contraceptive method most suitable for their health and lifestyle needs. Read and download the document in full.

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FSRH Position Statement on Disability (Feb 2017)

File size: 88kb | Date: 20 March 2017 | FSRH Policy and External Affairs - PDF

We believe that the sexual rights of people with disabilities should be recognised and appropriately supported. Read and download the document in full.

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FSRH CEU Statement: Management of women taking anticoagulants or antiplatelet medications who request intrauterine contraception or subdermal implants (March 2017)

File size: 292kb | Date: 1 March 2017 | Clinical Statements - PDF

This statement aims to encourage the consistent and safe management of women requesting intrauterine contraception (IUC) and subdermal implants (SDI) who are taking anticoagulants or antiplatelet medications. It is primarily aimed at clinicians working in primary care and community sexual and reproductive health clinics.

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ACCEA FSRH Application Form 2017

File size: 32kb | Date: 28 February 2017 | Governance and Management - DOCX

Download and save the form. Submission date to FSRH is 26th March 2017.

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FSRH External Affairs Assistant Job Description January 2017

File size: 233kb | Date: 12 January 2017 | FSRH Policy and External Affairs - PDF

We are looking for a bright individual towards the beginning of their career, with an interest in healthcare policy and a passion for improving society. Excellent writing skills are essential, as is a broad understanding of communications techniques, including around deployment of media, social media and public affairs to engage policy makers and the general public around the issues that our members and their patients face. A key requirement of the role will be to draw on the experience of FSRH’s members and committees to influence the direction of policy in women’s healthcare in each part of the UK.

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News item - Use of Nexplanon beyond three years - December 2016

File size: 110kb | Date: 4 December 2016 | Clinical Statements - PDF

A recently published multinational trial reports no pregnancies among 311 women who extended use of their existing Nexplanon® to four years and 204 women who continued to five years of use.[

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SRH Essentials Flyer

File size: 109kb | Date: 4 November 2016 | FSRH SRH Essentials Course - PDF

SRH Essentials – for nurses working in primary care and the community. A one-day course developed by the Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare (FSRH).

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GMC Draft Curricula Standards for Consultation

File size: 558kb | Date: 1 October 2016 | FSRH Consultation Response - PDF

Consultation Document produced by the GMC to garner public opinion on their proposed standards for curricula and regulated credentials

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AGM Minutes 2016

File size: 222kb | Date: 23 August 2016 | Governance and Management - PDF

Minutes of the Annual General Meeting of the FSRH in June 2016

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FSRH Annual Review 2015

File size: 5041kb | Date: 1 August 2016 | Governance and Management - PDF

Raising professional standards, improving sexual and reproductive healthcare for all

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CEU Statement: Contraception advice for individuals travelling to Brazil for the 2016 Olympics and their partners (revised 28 July 2016)

File size: 167kb | Date: 28 July 2016 | Clinical Statements - PDF

After reviewing the available body of evidence, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) in the USA have concluded that a causal relationship exists between prenatal Zika virus infection and microcephaly and other serious brain anomalies. Cases of locally-transmitted Zika virus are still being reported in Brazil and most of its neighbouring countries.

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FSRH Briefing on the PHE Teenage Mothers Young Fathers Support Framework

File size: 279kb | Date: 13 July 2016 | FSRH Policy and External Affairs - PDF

A quick FSRH guide outlining how those commissioning and delivering sexual and reproductive healthcare across different care settings can implement PHE’s best practice, multi-agency approach and sets out a bank of resources to support its delivery

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Appointment Process Guidelines

File size: 449kb | Date: 16 June 2016 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - PDF

Within the UK there is considerable variation in sexual and reproductive health (SRH) service provision yet, access to SRH care is a fundamental right for all. The Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare (FSRH) vision is of high-quality sexual and reproductive health at every stage of life. SRH service leads are needed to support and provide leadership to the multidisciplinary SRH workforce and specialist SRH care throughout the life course. This document is designed to guide employers and commissioners through the process of appointing the lead of an SRH service. It will be reviewed regularly and updated when required.

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FSRH Response to the HSC Maternity Services Inquiry

File size: 385kb | Date: 16 June 2016 | FSRH Response - PDF

FSRH response to the Heath Select Committee’s Inquiry into Maternity Services and the National Maternity Review’s report Better Births: Improving outcomes of maternity services in England

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FSRH Statement on U18 Conceptions - Quarterly Stats (MAY 2016)

File size: 218kb | Date: 9 June 2016 | FSRH Policy and External Affairs - PDF

FSRH responds to data released by the ONS revealing a downward trend in under 18 conceptions and assesses the implications of this continued decrease in teenage pregnancies.

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Terms of Use

File size: 115kb | Date: 24 May 2016 | FSRH Membership Terms & Conditions - PDF

Terms of Use - Updated May 2016

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Website Accessibility Policy

File size: 90kb | Date: 24 May 2016 | FSRH Policy and External Affairs - PDF

Website Accessibility Policy - Updated May 2016

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FSRH Statement ~MyPillStory

File size: 347kb | Date: 11 May 2016 | FSRH Policy and External Affairs - PDF

In early April 2016, many UK women were taking to Twitter using the hashtag #MyPillStory to share their experiences of using the contraceptive pill and difficulties in accessing contraceptive methods

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CSRH Curriculum

File size: 2478kb | Date: 28 April 2016 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - PDF

CSRH Curriculum 2017

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FSRH Specialty Training Evaluation Form

File size: 23kb | Date: 27 April 2016 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - DOCX

FSRH Specialty Training Evaluation Form

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Specialty Competency Descriptors

File size: 270kb | Date: 27 April 2016 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - PDF

Specialty Competency Descriptors

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Team Observation (form TO1)

File size: 367kb | Date: 27 April 2016 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - PDF

Team Observation (form TO1)

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Careers in Community SRH by Heike Gleser BMJ

File size: 963kb | Date: 26 April 2016 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - PDF

An article by Heike Gleser in the British Medical Journal about careers in SRH

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FSRH Statement on NI Abortion Guidelines 29.03.16

File size: 141kb | Date: 29 March 2016 | FSRH Policy and External Affairs - PDF

In this statement FSRH welcomes the commitment to provision of pregnancy and parenting options advice, post-abortion counselling and clarity provided by specific statements in the guidance.

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FSRH Consultation Response to HEE England Proposed Nursing Associate Role Mar 2016

File size: 250kb | Date: 18 March 2016 | FSRH Consultation Response - PDF

FSRH welcomes Health Education England’s consultation on the proposed nursing support role, the ‘Nursing Associate’. We believe that this new, middle tier role will enhance patient care and public confidence in nursing. The role represents an opportunity to grow and diversify the current nursing profession – providing an alternative route into nursing, whilst also supporting the delivery of fundamental, basic care.

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Learning Outcomes LoC IUT

File size: 112kb | Date: 15 March 2016 | FSRH Letter of Competence Intrauterine Techniques (LoC IUT) - PDF

General Training LOC IUT Learning Outcomes (updated July 2020)

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RecertFellowsMembersLogbook

File size: 99kb | Date: 15 March 2016 | General Training Recertification - XLS

RecertFellowsMembersLogbook

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AGM minutes 2015

File size: 177kb | Date: 15 March 2016 | Governance and Management - PDF

AGM minutes 2015

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FSRH Articles of Association

File size: 1741kb | Date: 15 March 2016 | Governance and Management - PDF

Company No. 2804213 Incorporated 26 March 1993

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SpecialtyInformationTrainers

File size: 382kb | Date: 15 March 2016 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - PDF

SpecialtyInformationTrainers

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General Training Reflective Practice Resources

File size: 103kb | Date: 15 March 2016 | FSRH Faculty Registered Trainer (FRT) Documents - PDF

General Training Reflective Practice Resources - We have put together some suggested resources for those who would like to learn more about being a reflective practitioner.

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Specialty_PMETB EQUIVALENCE ASSESSMENT 

File size: 71kb | Date: 15 March 2016 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - PDF

Specialty_PMETB EQUIVALENCE ASSESSMENT 

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SpecialtyInformationTrainersUpdate2012

File size: 385kb | Date: 15 March 2016 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - PDF

SpecialtyInformationTrainersUpdate2012

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SpecialtyFormRpartB

File size: 431kb | Date: 15 March 2016 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - PDF

SpecialtyFormRpartB

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SpecialtyTrainingEvaluationForm

File size: 30kb | Date: 15 March 2016 | Community Sexual and Reproductive Health Specialty Training Programme (CSRH) - DOCX

SpecialtyTrainingEvaluationForm

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Income Declaration Form

File size: 141kb | Date: 15 March 2016 | FSRH Membership Related - PDF

Income Declaration Form

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FSRH Response Health Select Committee Inquiry Comprehensive Spending Review Dec 2015

File size: 608kb | Date: 1 December 2015 | FSRH Consultation Response - PDF

FSRH welcomes the Health Select Committee’s Inquiry into the impact of the Comprehensive Spending Review on health and social care. Our response is focused on the cuts to the public health. We are extremely concerned that the Chancellor’s announcement of a further 3.9% annual cut to public health budgets, on top of the £200 million previously announced, will have a disastrous impact on contraceptive provision in England.

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FSRH Response to the Department of Health’s consultation on the Government’s mandate to NHS England Nov 2015

File size: 354kb | Date: 1 November 2015 | FSRH Consultation Response - PDF

We are particularly keen to demonstrate our agreement with the Government’s overarching aims for the Mandate to NHS England, as well as its priorities for the health and care system. As the representative body of the bulk of SRH healthcare professionals in the UK, we unreservedly support the prioritisation of preventing ill-health and supporting people to live healthier lives.

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FSRH Response to the NHS Maternity Review online Consultation Nov 2015

File size: 435kb | Date: 1 November 2015 | FSRH Consultation Response - PDF

The FSRH believes that at present there is a missed opportunity in maternity services. Within these services there is failure to utilise health care professionals to raise the issue of contraception both antenatally and postnatally.

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FSRH New Product Review: Eloine Daylette (November 2015)

File size: 100kb | Date: 1 November 2015 | New Product Reviews - PDF

How effective is 20mcgEE/3mgDRSP as contraception? 20mcgEE/3mg DRSP is of comparable effectiveness to other combined oral contraceptives. [1,2,3] A large US observational study reports lower failure rates amongst users of a 24/4 EE/DRSP regimen than a 21/7 EE/DRSP regimen. The study also suggests greater contraceptive effectiveness of a 24/4 EE/DRSP regimen than with a 24/4 regimen containing EE in combination with norethisterone.

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FSRH Response to the Department of Health's Consultation on 'Refreshing the Public Health Outcomes Framework' Oct 2015

File size: 376kb | Date: 1 October 2015 | FSRH Consultation Response - PDF

As an organisation focused on sexual and reproductive health – a key component of public health - the FSRH welcomes this review into the efficiency of existing public health indicators. This offers an opportunity to strengthen the PHOF in particular to take into account the sexual and reproductive health of the entire population.

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FSRH CEU Statement: Response to the BMJ paper by Mao et. al. (October 2015)

File size: 44kb | Date: 1 October 2015 | Clinical Statements - PDF

A large observational study from the United States found that the risk of unintended pregnancy after Essure sterilisation was similar to that after surgical sterilisation. However just over 2% of women who had Essure sterilisation required a further operation related to the sterilisation procedure within a year.

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FSRH Response to Health Select Committee Inquiry Into Primary Care Sept 2015

File size: 569kb | Date: 1 September 2015 | FSRH Consultation Response - PDF

In its capacity as a specialist SRH organisation, the FSRH welcome the opportunity to outline to the Health Select Committee the challenges that are facing the delivery of contraceptive care in the primary care setting, both in the strict sense of General Practice clinics and the ways in which restrictions on Specialist Contraceptive Services are negatively impacting upon GP workload.

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FSRH Response to the Department of Health Consultation on Local Authority Public Health Allocations 2015/16: In-year Savings (Aug 2015)

File size: 524kb | Date: 1 August 2015 | FSRH Consultation Response - PDF

The FSRH welcomes this consultation on Local Authority health allocations for in-year savings in 2015/16. We, however, would like to express our grave concerns regarding the impact of such cuts on sexual and reproductive health if the Government’s plans go ahead. We also acknowledge and support the response from BASHH with regards to this consultation.

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FSRH Clinical Guideline: Problematic Bleeding with Hormonal Contraception (July 2015)

File size: 659kb | Date: 1 July 2015 | Current Clinical Guidance - PDF

This guidance provides evidence-based recommendations and good practice points for health professionals on the management of problematic bleeding in women using hormonal contraception currently available in the UK. It is intended for any health care professional or health service providing contraception or conception advice in the UK.

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FSRH CEU Statement: Provision of LARC methods to young women in the UK (July 2015)

File size: 219kb | Date: 1 July 2015 | Clinical Statements - PDF

The recent article in the Telegraph newspaper has highlighted the complex issues surrounding sexual activity in young women in the UK. Whilst it is true that the legal age of consent to sexual activity in the UK is 16 years, surveys suggest that almost one in three young people will have had sexual intercourse by this age.

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FSRH Clinical Guideline: Fertility Awareness Methods (June 2015)

File size: 2100kb | Date: 1 June 2015 | Current Clinical Guidance - PDF

This is a new guidance document that provides evidence-based recommendations and good practice points on the use of fertility awareness methods (FAM) for the purpose of preventing and/or spacing pregnancies. It is intended for any health care professional or health service providing contraception or conception advice in the UK.

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FSRH CEU Statement: Depot Medroxyprogesterone Acetate (DMPA, Depo- Provera) and Risk of HIV Acquisition (January 2015)

File size: 297kb | Date: 1 January 2015 | Clinical Statements - PDF

Progestogen-only injectable contraception is widely used across the world and is particularly popular in resource poor countries with a high incidence of HIV infection e.g. in sub-Saharan Africa. It is clearly important therefore to establish whether there is any relationship between the use of injectable contraception and increased risk of HIV acquisition.

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FSRH Clinical Guideline: Male and Female Sterilisation (September 2014)

File size: 2044kb | Date: 1 September 2014 | Current Clinical Guidance - PDF

This guidance provides evidence-based recommendations and good practice points for health professionals on elective male sterilisation (vasectomy) and female sterilisation (tubal occlusion) in the UK. It is intended for any health care professional or service that undertakes or refers individuals for either procedure. This guidance has been jointly developed with the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG).

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FSRH New Product Review: One size contraceptive diaphragm (Caya®) (August 2014)

File size: 240kb | Date: 1 August 2014 | New Product Reviews - PDF

Diaphragms are non-hormonal barrier methods of contraception that protect women against pregnancy by preventing sperm reaching the cervix. A single size contraceptive cap, FemCap, has been available since 2004, but until recently diaphragm products have been made in a range of sizes and designs. As a result women may have been required to try several types of diaphragm during the fitting process.

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FSRH Clinical Standards for Risk Management Jul 2014

File size: 275kb | Date: 1 July 2014 | Clinical Standards - PDF

Risk Management is an approach to improving the quality and safety of health care by identifying circumstances that put patients and staff at risk and acting to prevent or control those risks.

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FSRH Quality Standard Contraceptive Services

File size: 614kb | Date: 1 April 2014 | Clinical Standards - PDF

A quality contraceptive service is vital in giving women and men of all ages choice and control over their reproduction, and is key to avoiding unplanned pregnancies and planning families. Contraception is a highly cost-effective intervention, which plays an important public health role in improving the lives of individuals, families and communities.

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FSRH Clinical Standard Supporting Doctors' Appriasal and Revalidation in SRH Apr 2014

File size: 761kb | Date: 1 April 2014 | Clinical Standards - PDF

With the introduction of the process of revalidation for doctors, appraisal has been standardised and this has been supported by the Medical Appraisal Guide, Model Appraisal Form Guidance for this has already been published by the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists and Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare outlining what supporting evidence should be provided at appraisal.

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FSRH CEU Statement: St Johns Wort and Hormonal Contraception (March 2014)

File size: 102kb | Date: 1 March 2014 | Clinical Statements - PDF

St Johns wort is a herbal product that is used for depressive symptoms and is known to have enzyme-inducing effects on cytochrome p450 enzymes. The MHRA statement highlights that in the last quarter of 2013, two ‘Yellow Card’ reports were received relating to unplanned pregnancies, in women with progestogen-only implants, suspected to be the result of an interaction with St John’s wort.

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FSRH CEU Statement: Oral Contraceptives and Multiple Sclerosis (March 2014)

File size: 59kb | Date: 1 March 2014 | Clinical Statements - PDF

Various news stories have reported the findings detailed in the AAN press release which stated that compared to women who did not use hormonal contraceptives, women who did, were 35 percent more likely to develop Multiple Sclerosis and that the findings suggested that hormonal contraception may be contributing to the rise in the rate of MS among women.

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FSRH CEU Statement: Response to new reports of link between COC and Glaucoma (November 2013)

File size: 55kb | Date: 1 November 2013 | Clinical Statements - PDF

Following a presentation at the annual meeting of the American Academy of Ophthalmology a number of media reports have reported a possible link between use of combined oral contraception (COC) and glaucoma. There is limited data investigating combined hormonal contraceptives on glaucoma. One cohort study suggested that 5 or more years of COC use was associated with a 25% increase in the risk of glaucoma. Two UK cohort studies did not find consistent evidence of an increased risk.

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FSRH New Product Review: Sayana Press® (June 2013)

File size: 140kb | Date: 1 June 2013 | New Product Reviews - PDF

Injectable progestogen-only contraception is a popular and effective method of contraception and until now, in the UK has largely been administered as Depo-Provera®, an intramuscular (IM) injection of 150mg medroxyprogesterone acetate (DMPA).

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FSRH CEU Statement: Strengthening of Warnings about use of Dianette and other brands of co-cyprindiol (June 2013)

File size: 58kb | Date: 1 June 2013 | Clinical Statements - PDF

Following a recent safety review, a letter has been issued to healthcare professionals from the manufacturers of Dianette® and other cyproterone acetate 2 mg/ ethinylestradiol 35 mcg (co-cyprindiol) products. The review by the Pharmacovigilance Risk Assessment Committee (PRAC) of the European Medicines Agency (EMA) followed concerns about the risk of thrombosis associated with co-cyprindiol. With the agreement of the EMA and Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Authority (MHRA), a letter has been issued to raise awareness of the thrombosis risks and the outcome of the review.

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FSRH Clinical Standards All Service Standards Jan 2013

File size: 7901kb | Date: 1 January 2013 | Clinical Standards - PDF

These Standards are recommended for organisations providing contraceptive/sexual and reproductive health (SRH) services, including pregnancy planning, pregnancy choices, abortion, prevention and treatment of sexually transmitted infections (STIs), as well as sexual wellbeing and health promotion.

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Statement from the FSRH Clinical Standards Committee, the Clinical Effectiveness Committee and the Associate Members’ Working Group on the prescription, administration or supply of Contraceptive Medicines for use outside the terms of their licences Dec 09

File size: 65kb | Date: 1 December 2009 | Clinical Standards - PDF

The above committees have agreed that Clinical Effectiveness Unit Guidance on use of contraceptives is guidance on “common practice” and “current practice” in the use of these medicines and devices. Therefore it is recommended that it may not be necessary for clinicians to document every occasion when a contraceptive preparation is prescribed outside the product licence if such use falls within current guidance issued by the Faculty’s Clinical Effectiveness Unit.

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Maintaining Good Medical Practice

File size: 270kb | Date: 1 March 2001 | Clinical Standards - PDF

It has always been a professional responsibility to provide the highest standard of care within the community. However, recently, doctors within the United Kingdom are expected to be able to demonstrate their fitness to practice within clinical governance and revalidation. In line with other professional groups and particularly in line with the Colleges and Faculties with whom we work - the RCOG, the RCGP and the Faculty of Public Health Medicine - it is important for us to demonstrate the elements of maintaining good medical practice within our specialist areas.