According to the Guttmacher Institute, “some 62% of all women of reproductive age are currently using a contraceptive method.” While the pill is one of the most popular forms of birth control, there are many other choices that can be used to prevent unwanted pregnancy. As with most medicines, there are some risks to using [...]
Tag Archives | Birth control
Long Acting Reversible Contraception
Did you know that about half of the pregnancies reported each year in this country are unplanned? The percentage is even higher for young girls and for minorities. As long as people are sexually active, there will always be a chance that a pregnancy will occur. Certain methods of birth control are much more effective [...]
What is Nexplanon?
Looking for a new method of birth control? HealthNet Certified Nurse Midwife, Patti Bodie explains Nexplanon, a small flexible birth control implant providing up to 3 years of continuous pregnancy prevention. Formally known as Implanon, Nexplanon is the “next” updated version of Implanon that releases a progestin hormone call Etonogestrel. How long is Nexplanon effective? [...]
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