Mar 01
Contraceptive Pearl: Dual Method Protection
Using condoms along with the pill, patch, or ring reduces the risk of unintended pregnancy and sexually transmitted infection (STI). This Contraceptive Pearl covers dual method protection.
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Feb 01
Contraceptive Pearl: Non-Latex Condoms
Male condoms are one of the most inexpensive and easily accessible forms of contraception. Most condoms are made of latex. However, about 6% of the U.S population has a latex allergy. This Contraceptive Pearl discusses non-latex condoms.
Jan 01
Contraceptive Pearl: Risk of Pregnancy Following Emergency Contraception Use
Clinician Question: Is my patient more likely to get pregnant right after she uses EC? This Contraceptive Pearl covers the risks of pregnancy following the use to emergency contraception pills and what providers can do to avoid unintended pregnancies after emergency contraception use.
Dec 01
Contraceptive Pearl: Hormonal Contraceptives and Blood Pressure
Hormonal contraceptives’ effect on blood pressure depends on the type of synthetic estrogen/progestin and hormone dosage. This Contraceptive Pearl covers the risks of hormonal contraception and how to best establish medical eligibility for initiating hormonal contraception.
Dec 01
Make Oral Contraception Available Without A Prescription
A 2013 policy resolution that calls for the AAFP to support access to oral contraception without a prescription.
Dec 01
Increase IUD Education in Family Medicine
A 2013 policy resolution calling for the AAFP to amend the family medicine training guidelines to include training in insertion of intrauterine contraception and to increase CME and resident education in IUD eligibility and insertion.
Dec 01
End Prior Approvals For Contraceptive Devices
A 2013 policy resolution that calls for the AAFP to support ending all requirements for health insurance prior approval of FDA-approved contraceptive devices.
Nov 01
Contraceptive Pearl: Emergency Contraception Considerations for Timing, Weight and Efficacy
Are emergency contraception (EC) pills less effective for overweight patients? Unfortunately, the answer is yes – and the degree of this effect depends on the patient’s body mass index (BMI) and the type of EC. This Contraceptive Pearl discusses how BMI plays a roll in choosing the most effective emergency contraception for each patient.
Oct 01
Contraceptive Pearl: Permanent Birth Control for Men (Vasectomy)
Compared to female sterilization, vasectomy is simpler, less expensive, and less likely to cause complications. Vasectomy has efficacy over 99%. Given its many advantages, why is vasectomy so under-used?
Sep 01
Contraceptive Pearl: Permanent Birth Control Options
For patients who don’t want to have more children, there are several permanent birth control options available: tubal ligation and hysteroscopic sterilization for women, and vasectomy for men. This Contraceptive Pearl covers the pros and cons of each option.