1. Oral Contraception By Jeannie Herrero

2. The Female Reproductive System  Composed of the uterus, the ovaries, and the fallopian tubes  Every month the ovaries release eggs  This release is triggered by the body’s need for two hormones  Estrogen and Progesterone  These hormones cause a lining of blood to build on the uterine walls

3. Continued  The lining is there to build a safe area for a possible fertilized egg to grow into a baby  Oral contraception gives the body Estrogen and Progesterone via a pill or a patch  Because the body receives the hormones via one of these ways the ovaries don’t get the signal to release an egg  No egg=no possible fertilization=no baby

4. What else oral contraceptives do  Thicken mucus found in reproductive organs=harder for sperm to “swim” through  Thin uterine lining=makes it hard for fertilized egg to implant and grow in uterine wall

5. How to get oral contraception  So easy-go to any local gynecologist or center for sexual advising/safety  Examples: Planned Parenthood, Bread and Roses, and our very own Infirmary  Receive a gynecological exam and get a prescription  You can choose between a pill or a patch  You can get a monthly pack of pills or patch at a local drugstore

6. Continued  Prices range from $30-$50 a month  Discounts are available for students and insurance companies often cover portions of the charges

7. How to take the contraception  Even easier-The pill is taken everyday at the same time  The patch is used once a month and can be hidden in hard to find places  It won’t fall off in the water while showering or swimming in the beach

8. Side effects from contraception  Reduce premenstrual symptoms=guys you won’t deal with PMS  Reduce menstrual symptoms=girls no cramps  Increase breast size=good for both sexes  Weight gain-only 3-5 pounds (nothing compared to 25-35 gained in pregnancy)  Nausea-solved by various different varieties

9. How effective the pill actually is  About 95-99% effective at preventing pregnancy  Other reasons it is great  Doesn’t ruin the moment=both  No need for a condom=guys that’s good  Better periods and no worries=girls that’s great

10. Conclusion  Pill works by preventing ovaries from releasing eggs  It is very easy to gain access to Various centers in Gainesville Discounts available for students  Easy to take Set a daily alarm Hide in a discrete place  Very effective in preventing pregnancy

11. Conclusion  28 million women get pregnant every year-46% of those are unplanned  Put a stop to the many problems that come with sex by promoting oral contraception and informing everyone about its success