Contraceptive Technology Update
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Sole U.S. distributor of cap closes business
The options in barrier contraceptives for American women have been reduced as the sole U.S. company distributing the Prentif Cavity-Rim Cervical Cap has announced its dissolution and the device is no longer available in the United States. -
Corrections
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What will it take for microbicides to go from research to reality?
The need for female-controlled protection against HIV and sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) has never been greater. While early in the epidemic, HIV infection and AIDS were diagnosed for relatively few women, the HIV/AIDS epidemic now represents a growing and persistent health threat to women in the United States as well as throughout the world. -
Research hones in on EC mechanism of action
The young woman in your examination room has questions about how emergency contraception pills (ECPs) works. How do you explain the methods mechanism of action? -
Touchscreen technology — Coming to your clinic?
How do you broaden access to family planning services? Some family planning agencies are looking to touchscreen technology to get information front and center to those who may need their services. -
Does weight play a role in effectiveness?
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FDA gives nod to label change for misoprostol
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Abortion pill advisory issued
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LARC use sees substantial increase — How to boost use in women at risk
Good news: More women are choosing long-acting reversible contraceptives (LARC methods) such as the intrauterine device (IUD) and the contraceptive implant. -
Check interim guidance for PrEP in men, women
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued new interim guidance for use of pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) for in heterosexual men and women at high risk for HIV.