FAST FACTS
So.. how much do you really know about birth control? Put your knowledge to the test.
Which reversible
birth control method
has contraceptive effectiveness for up to 5 or 10 years?
Intrauterine
devices (IUDSs)
can be effective
for up to 5 or
10 years,
depending on
the type.
Intrauterine devices (IUDs)
After a healthcare provider puts in the IUD, it can stay in place for 5 to 10 years (depending on the type).
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Which birth control method may help
protect you from
sexually transmitted diseases (STDs)?
Male condoms
are the only
contraceptive
product that
may protect
against STDs
Barrier methods
may protect
against STDs
Except for abstinence, male latex condoms are the best protection against HIV/AIDs and other STDs.
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What 2 types of
synthetic hormones
are in combination oral
contraceptives ("The Pill")?
The Pill contains
an estrogen and
a progestin.
Serious risks of
the pill
Although rare in healthy young women, the Pill increases the risk of serious conditions, including blood clots, heart attack and stroke.
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Can Emergency
contraception Be
used as a regular form
of birth conrol?
No. it should
only be used if
you did not use
birth control or
if your regular
birth control
fails.
Emergency contraception
It is available without a prescription if you are 17 years or older. Women younger than 17 years old will need a prescription.
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Is there a birth control
method that’s
100% effective
at preventing pregnancy?
The effectiveness of all birth control
varies. Except for abstinence, no
method is 100% effective.
Contraceptive Effectiveness
There are many different birth control methods that are up to 99% effective when used as directed. Talk to your healthcare provider to determine which option is
right for you.
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Discuss your
options with
your doctor
Your healthcare provider is your best source of medical information and can determine which birth control option is most appropriate for you based on your individual risk factors and overall health profile.
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