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Quit!
Well that is the official answer. However, most of the time, this is not an overnight process! Many people require the aid of their physician, their family, their friends, their church, their distant cousins, and most importantly their God to acheive this attainable feat! (more…)
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) is a serious condition where a female’s reproductive organs become infected and inflamed. It can spread from one organ to the rest of the reproductive organs and affect the tissues around the organs as well. (more…)
What is an IUD?
An IUD (IntraUterine Device) is a small, T-shaped plastic device that is inserted into a woman’s uterus by a healthcare professional that is used to prevent pregnancy. The IUD’s available in the U.S. release a hormone called progestin, which prevents ovaries from releasing eggs. The IUD affects the way the sperm move, which makes them unable to join with an egg. It also thickens the cervical mucus making it difficult for sperm to pass through the cervix to the egg.
WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW
The IUD does not protect against sexually transmitted infections and should not be used as a means of protection. (more…)
Birth Control Patch
What it is and how it works
The birth control patch is a small, square patch that sticks to your skin. The patch releases hormones through the skin that enter the blood stream. These hormones prevent ovulation, or releasing of an egg to be fertilized, from occurring. The patch makes the mucus produced in the cervix thicken. The thick mucus makes it difficult for sperm to pass through the cervix to the eggs.
Studies have suggested that the patch is as effective as the birth control pill when used properly. (more…)
Birth Control – Condoms
Why should a condom always be worn during sexual contact?
A condom is the most effective way to prevent the spread of the HIV virus during sexual contact.
A latex condom creates a barrier that is 98% effective in preventing pregnancy, as well as protects against bacteria and certain viruses.
Condoms can reduce the risk of HPV and the risk of cervical cancer.
Condom Facts You Should Know (more…)
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