other options are not available Emergency contraception (EC) is a birth control measure, used after sexual intercourse to prevent pregnancy. There are different forms of EC. Emergency...
We read and hear all the time how important it is to bring more women into the sport of triathlon. Organizations like “Women for Tri” and many others promote women’s participation and provide valuable resources for women. There are women-only race teams, women-only triathlon apparel companies and women-only gyms. Still, what is largely missing from the domain of female athlete training is a more widespread basic understanding of female physiology and how to work with it, not against it, to achieve the best possible results for an individu ...
The failure rates quoted for the following contraceptive methods are based on typical use during the first year. For example 13 out of every 100 women using condoms (87% effective) as their only method of contraception will become pregnant during the first year of use. Fertility returns almost immediately after an abortion. Most methods of contraception can be started on the same day as your treatment so you can get protected straight away. It may help to consider the following methods before we...
Birth control, or contraception, is designed to prevent pregnancy. Read about the different options and their risks and benefits.
In the USA, female sterilization is the second commonest method of contraception overall, and the most common method used by... The options for women who have been sterilized and wish to...
Key facts ; Using contraception (birth control) allows people to have penis-in-vagina sex while preventing an unplanned pregnancy. ; Many different methods of contraception are available. ; It’s important to discuss contraception with a new partner before you decide to have sex. ; Contraception affects both you and your partner, so you are both responsible for it.
Increasing access to hormonal contraceptives and long acting reversible contraception is... This narrative review covers key aspects of the provision of contraception to adolescents...
Multiple options for permanent or long-acting contraception are available, each with adverse effects and benefits. People seeking to end their fertility, and their healthcare providers, need a comp...
Femalepermanent contraception (also referred to as sterilization and tubal ligation) can be performed using severaldifferent procedures and techniques that prev
Female condoms are another way women can take contraception into their own hands. Read on to find out the pros and cons of this type of condom.