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Intrauterine contraceptives (IUC) are methods of birth control inserted inside the uterus (intra-uterine).The non- hormonal IUC is a small T-shaped plastic device with copper wire around it. The hormonal IUC contains one hormone called progestin. IUCs must be inserted by a health care professional (HCP), and are at least 99% effective in preventing pregnancy for five years. IUCs do not protect against STIs or HIV. Use condoms to lower your risk.
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Condoms should be used each and every time you have vaginal, oral, or anal sex. Condoms are effective at preventing pregnancies and reducing the spread of sexually transmitted and blood borne infections.
Birth control pills help to prevent pregnancy. Talk to your health care professional to find out if this is the right option for you. It is important to remember that birth control pills do NOT protect against sexually transmitted and blood borne infections.
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The contraceptive patch is worn on the skin. It is important to remember that the contraceptive patch does NOT protect against sexually transmitted and blood borne infections.
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Injectable contraception is administered by a health care professional. It is important to remember that injectable contraception does NOT protect against sexually transmitted and blood borne infections.
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The vaginal contraceptive ring is a soft, bendable device that is inserted in the vagina monthly. It is important to remember that the vaginal contraceptive ring does NOT protect against sexually transmitted and blood borne infections.
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There are different kinds of emergency contraception. Talk to your health care professional. It is important to remember that emergency contraception does NOT protect against sexually transmitted and blood borne infections.
Abstinence means having neither vaginal, anal, nor oral sex with your partner. Abstinence is the only way to 100% prevent pregnancy or contracting sexually transmitted and blood borne infections.
The Link has provided you with a lot of information regarding birth control and you may have more questions. Visit our FAQ about Birth Control page to view our answers to your questions.
NEXPLANON® is a prescription medication for the prevention of pregnancy. It is a small flexible implant that is placed under the skin of the upper arm. NEXPLANON is a long acting birth control option and effective for 3 years, but it can be removed at any time. NEXPLANON will not protect you against sexually transmitted and blood borne infections (STBBIs) including HIV; use condoms to lower your risk.
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