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Emergency contraception, or emergency birth control, is used to help keep a woman from getting pregnant after she has had sex without using birth control or if the birth control method failed. This pa... Details >

Office on Women's Health

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This fact sheet includes information on what female sterilization is, how sterilization works, and who can use sterilization. It also discusses advantages, disadvantages, and possible side effects of ... Details >

Family Health International  

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Find answers to frequently asked questions about male condoms, including what they are, how they work, and who can use them. ... Details >

Family Health International  

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Consistent and correct use of the male latex condom reduces the risk of sexually transmitted disease (STD) and human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) transmission. This fact sheet describes how to use con... Details >

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

These 10 tips can help parents maintain strong, close relationships with children and teens, and help their children pass safely into adulthood pregnancy-free. ... Details >

National Campaign to Prevent Teen and Unplanned Pregnancy  

Kids may not feel comfortable approaching parents with questions about sexuality but let them know your views on sex and birth control. Knowing where you stand helps kids make choices that are right f... Details >

The Nemours Foundation  

People are abstinent for many reasons, including to prevent pregnancy. Here are some of the most common questions we hear people ask about abstinence.... Details >

Planned Parenthood Federation of America  

Currently, condoms are the only widely available, proven method for reducing transmission of HIV and other sexually transmitted infections (STIs) during intercourse. Find out how to use condoms corre... Details >

American Social Health Association  

This guide gives the basic facts about the different kinds of FDA-approved medicines and devices for birth control. Ask your doctor to tell you about all of the risks and benefits of using these produ... Details >

U.S. Food and Drug Administration

What are the different types of birth control? Do they have side effects? Are birth control pills safe? Find answers to these questions, and more.... Details >

Office on Women's Health

Your birth control options may include oral contraceptives, barrier methods or natural family planning. Find out how to choose the method of contraception that works best for you. ... Details >

Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research  

Menstrual manipulation refers to changing the way you take birth control pills so that you delay or stop menstruation. ... Details >

Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research  

Emergency contraception is a way of preventing pregnancy after unprotected sex. Learn about how it works and how it is used. Emergency contraception offers no protection against sexually transmitted d... Details >

American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists  

There are so many myths about preventing pregnancy. These videos set the record straight.... Details >

Henry J. Kaiser Family Foundation  

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Find answers to questions about female condoms, including what they are, how well users like them, and advantages and disadvantages of using this type of birth control.... Details >

Family Health International  

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Family planning clinics across the country are available to provide women and men with reproductive health care. Find a clinic near you by city, state or zip code.... Details >

Office of Family Planning, Office of Population Affairs

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Search from more than 820 health centers nationwide for a nearby health center that provides high-quality, affordable sexual and reproductive health care for women, men, and teens. ... Details >

Planned Parenthood Federation of America  

You are unique and so are your birth control needs. Use this tool to compare methods on the criteria that matter most to you. ... Details >

Association of Reproductive Health Professionals  

Birth control methods are not one-size-fits-all. My method is here to help you think about your options. Information is available in English and Spanish.... Details >

Planned Parenthood Federation of America  

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A fact sheet about research on the risk of developing cancer of the breast, cervix, liver and ovary from the use of oral contraceptives.... Details >

National Cancer Institute

Read the answers to some of the most common questions about sterilization for women.... Details >

Planned Parenthood Federation of America  

Using condoms correctly and consistently is a key way to reduce the risk of sexually transmitted infections and diseases. Don't be shy to talk with your partner about safer sex and condoms: For both o... Details >

American Social Health Association  

Find quick tips for using condoms and dental dams safely and effectively.... Details >

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

A tubal ligation reversal can allow a woman who's had a tubal ligation to get pregnant without further medical assistance. A tubal ligation reversal isn't appropriate for everyone. Learn more about th... Details >

Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research  

Use this site to compare the pros and cons of 10 birth control methods, including condoms, the pill, cervical caps, IUD's, and more.... Details >

Henry J. Kaiser Family Foundation