IUDs may be a good option for women looking for a long-term, alternative form of contraception. But before deciding if this option is right for you, it is important to understand the different types of IUDs, how they work, and the risks and benefits involved.
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Talking to Your Teens About Sexually Transmitted Infections: Facts and Helpful Tips
Talking to your teen or pre-teen about sex can certainly be uncomfortable, but it can help them make smart decisions and protect themselves from unplanned pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections
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Understanding how birth control pills work and how the FDA determines whether they are safe and effective can help demystify the process of choosing the birth control pill that is right for you.
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Teen Pregnancy and Foster Care
Teen pregnancy is more prevalent in teenage girls that are in foster care vs girls that are not. Why are these teens at such high risk for pregnancy?
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