(Published March 2011) Related Links: Reproductive health topic area: Emergency Contraception Facts About Emergency Contraception pills patient fact sheet Table of Contents Accreditation, Publication Information, and Post-Test … Read more
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Clinical Proceedings is ARHP’s accredited monograph series designed primarily for nurse practitioners, nurse midwives, pharmacists, physicians, physician assistants, and public health professionals. Each issue of … Read more
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(Updated June 2014) Description The implant is a progestin-only long-acting reversible contraceptive method. It consists of a single, matchstick-sized rod that contains the progestin etonogestrel … Read more
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(Updated June 2014) Description Two formulations are available: one contains 0.35 mg of norethindrone, the other contains 0.075 mg of norgestrel. The primary mechanism of … Read more
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(Updated December 2009, also available in Spanish) What are abstinence and outercourse? Abstinence generally means not having vaginal sex. Some people who practice abstinence also … Read more
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(Published July 2008) Implanon™ has the highest efficacy among available contraceptive methods.1 Optimal efficacy is due to the mechanism of action, which is principally ovulation inhibition, … Read more
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(Created March 2010) As sexual medicine has entered everyday discussion in America, the concept of sex therapy continues to be misperceived and misunderstood by many … Read more
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(Updated June 2014) Description Spermicides are creams, foams, gels, suppositories, and films that contain a chemical lethal to sperm. They can be used alone or … Read more
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(Published July 2013) Description The cervical cap is a small, bowl-shaped device that fits snugly over the cervix and has a strap for easy removal. … Read more
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(Updated July 2013) Diet, Nutrition, and Exercise The Dietary Guidelines published by the US Department of Agriculture and endorsed by the American Dietetic Association form … Read more
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