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Contraception information - Weight Loss Jabs
People are being warned that taking weight loss jabs can interfere with some contraceptive methods and increase the liklihood of unexpected pregnancy, with uncertainty over…
…Emergency contraception
Emergency contraception can be given following a burst condoms, missed pills or pills taken late or after unprotected sex. It will help and reduces the chances of pregnancy. However,…
…Oral Contraception
Oral contraceptives are more commonly just called ‘The Pill’. They are a small tablet you swallow to try to prevent pregnancy. The main way oral contraception works is by stopping the egg…
…Longer Lasting Contraception (LARCS)
Longer lasting contraception is sometimes known as 'longer-acting reversible contraception' (LARC). They are ideal for people who don’t want to have to take a pill every…
… Health Care assistants (HCAs).
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STI prevention
Condoms are the only form of contraception, along with Femidoms, that can help prevent against Sexually Transmitted Infections. They…
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EHC scheme
Calderdale operates an Emergency Hormonal Contraception scheme at participating pharmacies which is aimed at females aged 13 – 25 years. In…
… – spermicide contains a chemical that kills sperm. If you do decide to use a cap or diaphragm for contraception, remember they offer almost no protection against sexually transmitted…
… when she is most and least likely to get pregnant. She can then avoid having sex or use other contraception methods when it's more likely she will get pregnant.
Natural family planning offers no…
Contraception after Childbirth
Maternity services (including antenatal, delivery, post-natal and Health visiting) should give women the opportunity to discuss contraception choices after childbirth. They should ensure…
… in the area, and support the increased availability of both Implant and Coil methods of contraception.
For more information on training offered, and our online application form click on the links…
