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Emergency Contraception

Emergency Contraception discussed: this contraceptive method can be used within 5 days of sexual intercourse to help prevent an unintended pregnancy. Learn about The Morning After Pill (Plan B®) – what it is, when its indicated, how it is used, and its side effects. The IUD is another method of emergency contraception. Effectiveness and where to obtain emergency birth control are also discussed.
Emergency Contraception
Find out about the various forms of emergency contraception. Learn about how they work, when to use, where to obtain, and how much they cost. Misconceptions and effectives are also presented.
Plan B and Progestin Only Emergency Contraception
Information and history about Plan B and progestin only emergency contraception is presented as well as details regarding cost side effects, where to obtain, and when to use. Effectiveness is also discussed.
Progestin Only Emergency Contraception
Information progestin only emergency contraception is presented as well as discussion regarding cost, side effects, where to obtain, and when to use. Effectiveness is also explained.
ParaGard Intrauterine Device
ParaGard, the Copper T 380A, is an intrauterine device that is an effective option for women who choose not to use hormonal contraception or who are considering tubal ligation. ParaGard is an IUD that releases copper, so it is hormone-free. Learn about this FDA approved intrauterine device, including its advantages, risks, costs, insertion, disadvantages, side effects and effectiveness.
Emergency Contraception Quiz
Plan B (The morning-after pill) is a safe and effective form of emergency contraception, or emergency birth control. The morning-after pill lowers a woman’s chances of getting pregnant after unprotected sex or contraceptive failure. Do you have questions about the morning-after pill? Take our Emergency Contraception Quiz to learn important information about Plan B.
The Emergency Contraception Debate
The use of emergency contraception is an ongoing debate in the United States. Emergency contraception (EC), or Plan B, continues to cause controversy among both Pro-Life advocates and Pro-Choice groups. It continues to be a highly emotional and controversial issue. Part of the debate stems from people confusing emergency Contraception (Plan B) with the Abortion Pill (RU486).
How To Obtain and Use Plan B & Progestin-Only Emergency Contraception
Description on how to obtain and use Plan B and progestin-only emergency contraception. Additional tips included as to possible side effects that may accompany these methods.
Effectiveness of Emergency Contraception
A comparison of the effectiveness of the available methods of emergency contraception. Compare how each of these methods rate in preventing pregnancy after sexual intercourse.

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