Bridgercare carries most forms of reversible contraception.

Not sure which method is right for you? Make an appointment to talk with a nurse! 

ABSTINENCE is the most effective form of birth control.  It is choosing not to have oral, anal, or vaginal intercourse.

HORMONAL METHODS change a woman’s menstrual cycle to prevent pregnancy.
EFFECTIVENESS:
Oral Contraceptive (Pills) 97-99%
Depo-Provera Injection 99.7%
NuvaRing 98-99%
Ortho Evra (The Patch) 99%

BARRIER METHODS prevent sperm from fertilizing an egg.
EFFECTIVENESS:
Diaphragm with spermicide 82-94%
Cervical Cap with spermicide 64-91%
Condoms for men 88-97%
Condoms for women 79-95%
Spermicides (cream, jelly, film, suppositories) 79-94%

INTRAUTERINE DEVICE (IUD) creates an environment in the uterus which interferes with sperm’s ability to fertilize an egg.
EFFECTIVENESS:
98-99% effective

IMPLANON is a single-rod inserted just under the skin in the upper arm that releases hormones over a 3 year period.
EFFECTIVENESS:
98-99% effective

NATURAL FAMILY PLANNING (Fertility Awareness) involves learning to observe and interpret menstrual cycle changes that indicate fertility and avoiding intercourse or using barrier methods during fertile times.

STERILIZATION is permanent birth control and is not available at Bridgercare.  Clients considering VASECTOMY (for men) or TUBAL LIGATION (for women) receive information, counseling and referral to a physician who can do the sterilization procedure.  Some patients may qualify for financial assistance.

EMERGENCY CONTRACEPTION or the “Morning After Pill” is an emergency contraceptive that can lower the risk of pregnancy.  Emergency Contraceptive Pills (ECP) may be considered for any woman who has had unprotected intercourse or a failure in her birth control method within the last 72 hours.  Bridgercare offers over-the-counter emergency contraception for men and women 17 years or older without appointment or prescription.  We also offer prescriptions for emergency contraception for all ages with appointment.

For more information, make an appointment with our nurse or visit Bedsider.org! 

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