Contraception

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The choice of a contraceptive method is a decision many people will make during their lifetime. There are many contraceptive options available at this time. Finding the best option is a unique choice, different for every individual. Decisions are made based on:

  • Your individual needs
  • Your lifestyle
  • How you feel about pregnancy 
  • Effectiveness
  • Cost
  • Advantages
  • Disadvantages
  • How each method works 
  • Whether the method helps to prevent sexually transmitted infections
  • Your partner's ideas about contraception choices

 

Selecting a Contraceptive Method

We encourage you to take advantage of Bedsider.org, Method Match or My Method to learn more about what method might be right for you. All of the following methods are available at CHS.  

If you have had unprotected intercourse, or think you may need Emergency Contraception (Plan B), go to the nearest pharmacy or come to Campus Health Pharmacy to purchase the product.

***For Implanon and IUD insertion, a consult visit with a women's health provider must be scheduled prior to getting the device inserted. To set up a consult visit please call the appointment line 966-2281***

 

How do I get Contraception at Campus Health?

Please see our getting prescription contraception and getting condoms and safer sex supplies page for more information on obtaining contraception at Campus Health Services.

 

Still have questions?

Make an appointment with the Carolina Health Education Counselors of Sexuality (CHECS) to review the options best suited for you, and then make an appointment with a Health Care Provider to discuss the contraceptive option you have chosen.