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National Health Information Center, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
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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 >
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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 >
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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 >
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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 >
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 >
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 >
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 >
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 >