Contraception
In the U.S., 99% of sexually active people with the ability to get pregnant will use contraception in their lifetime. Contraception is basic primary health care for everyone.
Top Resources
Contraceptive Care via Telehealth
The Home Shot / Depo-Provera Sub-Q User Guide
Quick Start Algorithm
Medical Eligibility Criteria for Initiating Contraception
Non-Prescription Birth Control Methods
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Copper IUD User Guide
Hormonal IUD User Guide
Progestin Implant User Guide
How to Switch Birth Control Methods
IUD Consent Form
Pill User Guide
Progestin-Only Pill (POP) User Guide
The Shot (Depo Provera) User Guide
Patch User Guide
Ring User Guide
Skipping Periods on Birth Control
Your Birth Control Choices Poster
IUD Aftercare Instructions
Progestin Implant Aftercare Instructions
Introduction to LARC (Long-Acting Reversible Contraceptives)
Non-Prescription Birth Control Methods
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Latest Contraception Post From The Blog
Aug 14
A History: The Progestin Implant
This post was written by a previous RHAP employee in January 2013 and updated by Brandy Bautista and Silpa Srinivasulu, MPH in August 2025. Nexplanon is a single-rod contraceptive implant inserted under the skin of the inner, upper arm that releases a progestin hormone to prevent pregnancy. The implant is a highly effective form of…