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What is the only 100% effective method of preventing STIs and pregnancy?
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Daily method Contains estrogen & progestin 99% effective Decreases cramping, thickens cervical mucus and keeps your period regular http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=avTWvmjg674&list=PLGg3x5v 82SZw2TLWtjAif8tiLbLshgap9 The Pill The Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada, 2012
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Weekly method 3 weeks on, 1 week off Patch releases estrogen & progestin into bloodstream 99.7% effective The Patch The Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada, 2012
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Monthly method Flexible oval shaped ring inserted into the vagina Releases low doses of estrogen & progestin 3 weeks in, 1 week out 99.7% effective NuvaRing The Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada, 2012
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Injection of progestin every 3 months Can cause irregular bleeding, weight gain and can affect bone density later in life 99.7% effective Depo-Provera The Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada, 2012
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T-shaped device inserted in uterus Hormones slowly released over time to create a cervical mucus plug 99.9% effective Mirena IUS The Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada, 2012
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How long can the Mirena stay in your uterus? Mirena IUS Up to FIVE years!
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Male and female condoms are available Provides a barrier to prevent sperm from entering the vagina Protects against STIs Male condom – 97% effective Female condom – 95% effective Condoms Female Condom Male Condom The Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada, 2012
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Emergency Contraceptive The Morning After Pill Only contains progestin Used up to 72-120 hours (3-5 days) after unprotected intercourse The morning after pill is not intended as a method of birth control; it is for emergency use only. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ERAdR30FcRw&list=PLGg3x5v82SZw2TLWtj Aif8tiLbLshgap9&feature=c4-overview-vl The Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada, 2012
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For further information contact Your School Nurse or visit The Clinic at the Middlesex-London Health Unit
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