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2. Comparison of birth control methods - Wikipedia

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   The copper IUD (also known as a copper T intrauterine device) is a non-hormonal option of birth control. It is wrapped in copper which creates a toxic environment for sperm and eggs, thus preventing pregnancy. [2] The failure rate of a copper IUD is approximately 0.8% and can prevent pregnancy for up to 10 years.

3. Birth control - Wikipedia

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   Birth control, also known as contraception, anticonception, and fertility control, is the use of methods or devices to prevent unintended pregnancy. [ 1 ] Birth control has been used since ancient times, but effective and safe methods of birth control only became available in the 20th century. [ 2 ] Planning, making available, and using human ...

4. Long-acting reversible contraceptives - Wikipedia

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   STI protection. No. Long-acting reversible contraceptives (LARC) are methods of birth control that provide effective contraception for an extended period without requiring user action. They include hormonal and non-hormonal intrauterine devices (IUDs) and subdermal hormonal contraceptive implants. They are the most effective reversible methods ...

5. The most common birth control methods and how effective they ...

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   Other birth control options. While the above are the main forms of birth control used in the U.S., there are other options. Those include: The patch, a combined hormonal birth control method that ...

6. Intrauterine device - Wikipedia

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   STI protection. No. Periods. Depends on the type. Weight. No effect. An intrauterine device (IUD), also known as intrauterine contraceptive device (IUCD or ICD) or coil, [3] is a small, often T-shaped birth control device that is inserted into the uterus to prevent pregnancy. IUDs are a form of long-acting reversible birth control (LARC).

7. History of birth control - Wikipedia

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   History of birth control. The history of birth control, also known as contraception and fertility control, refers to the methods or devices that have been historically used to prevent pregnancy. [1] Planning and provision of birth control is called family planning. [2] In some times and cultures, abortion had none of the stigma which it has ...

8. What you need to know about over-the-counter birth control

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   Now, getting birth control is as simple as picking it up at a store or ordering it online. "OTC methods eliminate many barriers to contraceptive access and allow folks to get safe and effective ...

9. Reproductive technology - Wikipedia

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   Contraception, also known as birth control, is a form of reproductive technology that enables people to prevent pregnancy. [9] There are many forms of contraception, but the term covers any method or device which is intended to prevent pregnancy in a sexually active woman.