(Updated November 2008) Fish and other seafood can play an important role in a good diet. Because fish are high in protein and low in … Read more

A patient’s choice of contraceptive method depends on several factors: efficacy, safety, cost, non-contraceptive benefits, and personal considerations.1 Communication tools can provide clients with a variety … Read more

(Updated June 2008) Microbicides are gels, creams, films, suppositories, and other products that reduce the risk of transmission of HIV/AIDS and/or sexually transmitted infections (STIs); … Read more

(Updated June 2014) Table of Contents Related Links: Reproductive health topic area: Contraception Online interactive tool Method Match Using this Guide Comparison of Contraceptive Methods: Summary Chart Combined … Read more

Healthy Bones: For Every Move You Make You may not think much about your bones, but you can’t make a move without them. Strong bones … Read more

Related Links: Not2Late Emergency Contraception: Global Challenges, New Opportunities Contraception editorial ICEC Publications from the International Consortium for Emergency Contraception Social Marketing of Emergency Contraception: Are We Missing … Read more

(Updated July 2008) Abnormal uterine bleeding (AUB), also known as dysfunctional uterine bleeding, is a common problem for menstruating women, particularly those at the beginning … Read more

(Published June 2006) Understanding Risk: Relative Effectiveness of Hormonal Contraceptives Risk calculations are commonly used in reproductive health to present information on the relative effectiveness … Read more

What is the Copper T IUD? The Copper T IUD is one of two types of intrauterine devices available in the United States. The Copper … Read more

(Updated June 2014) Description The vaginal ring (NuvaRing®) is a flexible, transparent ring placed in the vagina. When inserted, the ring delivers 120 mcg of … Read more