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Contraception
Contraception (birth control) refers to pregnancy prevention not disease prevention. It is also important to know that hormonal contraceptive options may be prescribed for reasons other than birth control. Selecting a contraceptive option is a personal choice that requires thought in selecting a method that is best for you. You should discuss your options with your health care provider.

Choosing a Method
When determining which contraceptive method is best for you things to consider include
  • availability
  • cost
  • effectiveness
  • ease of use
  • convenience
  • side effects
  • short and long term effects
  • reversability
  • chronic disease prevention (i.e. uterine cancer, ovarian cancer)
  • sexually transmitted disease prevention

For an interactive guide click Contraceptive Guide: Choosing a Method.

Emergency Contraception

Click Women's Health Services for more information about on-campus services.


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July 20, 2005