Sexual Health & Family Planning ACT (SHFPACT)

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SEXUAL HEALTH & FAMILY PLANNING ACT

Improving sexual and reproductive health for the Canberra community. We are a leader in sexual and reproductive health workforce development, health promotion and clinical service delivery to reduce barriers to improved sexual and reproductive health. Clinic & appointments 6247 3077

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MENOPAUSE CENTRE

Due to an increase in demand, the Canberra Menopause Clinic currently has a five-month waitlist for initial appointments. If you would like to join the waitlist, please contact the clinic on 6247 3077 and speak to our reception team.

CLINIC

SHFPACT’s Sexual and Reproductive Health Clinic offers a comprehensive, confidential and respectful service.

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TRAINING

We provide training for Health Professionals, Educators, Parents, Carers, Support Workers and People with Disability.

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PREGNANCY OPTIONS COUNSELLING

Free, confidential and respectful counselling and support for people with an unintended pregnancy.

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SOSAFE!

SoSAFE! provides training to teachers, carers, parents and counsellors.

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MENOPAUSE CLINIC

A dedicated service for those seeking information, support and medical management of menopause symptoms.

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FACTSHEETS

We have a range of brochures covering STI’s, Contraception, Sexual Health & Menopause.

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EDUCATION

We provide training Health Professionals, Educators, Parents, Carers & People with Disability.

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NDIS

We are a registered NDIS training provider for people with disability, carers, partners, and educators.

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ABOUT US

Sexual Health and Family Planning ACT (SHFPACT) offers a holistic, confidential and respectful service to Canberra and the region. All doctors and nurses have specialist sexual & reproductive health qualifications and approach all matters sensitively. SHFPACT doctors and nurses are all female.

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Press Release: Withdrawal for products distributed as condoms

Across 7 and 8 August 2024, Sexual Health and Family Planning ACT (SHFPACT) issued a product withdrawal for products distributed as condoms by SHFPACT.

Product Withdrawal from Sexual Health and Family Planning ACT

Sexual Health and Family Planning ACT (SHFPACT) is issuing a product withdrawal for products distributed as condoms by SHFPACT since January 2024.

Mirena update from the TGA

The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has recently announced that the Mirena IUD can now be used for contraception (preventing pregnancy) for up to 8 years.

Pelvic Pain & Endometriosis Clinic

We are pleased to be the successful applicant in Canberra under a new Australian Government funding round commissioned through Primary Healthcare Networks (PHNs) to improve health system responsiveness to pelvic pain and endometriosis.

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Make an Appointment

Most appointments can be made online via HotDoc. For other health services and information, please telephone Reception on (02) 6247 3077 or contact us by email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to request a callback.

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Make a Donation

Help support SHFPACT by making a tax deductible donation today! SHFPACT is endorsed as a health promotion charity and deductible gift recipient (DGR) by the Australian Taxation Office. All donations over $2.00 are tax deductible.

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Become a Member

We invite you to support our organisation by becoming a member today. Your membership helps us in the delivery of vital services for the Canberra community, and to be a stronger advocate for sexual and reproductive health across the region.

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