Jul 01
Initiating Hormonal Contraception
Article describes how an evidence-based, flexible, patient-centered approach to initiating hormonal contraception may help lower the rate of unintended pregnancy in the United States.
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Dec 01
Preserve Patient Access to Prescription Medications
A 2005 policy resolution urging pharmacies throughout the United States to honor physician prescriptions in a timely manner, especially with regard to emergency contraception.
Dec 01
Prevent Restriction of Scope of Practice
A 2005 policy resolution urging local insurers and regulators to establish fair and equitable professional liability insurance rates and health insurance reimbursement rates for family practice physicians who provide a range of services within their scope of practice.
Dec 01
Support Comprehensive Sexuality Education
A 2005 policy resolution that defines effective sexuality education, pregnancy prevention, and sexually transmitted disease prevention programs.
Dec 01
Maintain Confidentiality in Adolescent Health Care
A 2005 policy resolution that urges the AAFP to oppose federal legislation which mandates parental consent or notification for minors seeking contraceptives.
Jul 01
Medication Abortion and Family Physicians Scope of Practice
Publication details how medication abortion fits into the family physicians scope of practice, and many physicians are restricted from providing such coverage.