Contraception
Contraception is the intentional prevention of pregnancies by either or both sexual partners.
Some numbers to consider
- 61 million women in the United States are in their childbearing years
- 99% of women ages 15-44 have used at least one contraceptive method
- 50% of pregnancies in the United States are unintended. Shocking right?
When considering contraceptive choices evaluate
- Cost
- Efficacy
- Safety
- Personal choices (religion, ability to use the selected method, etc.)
The solution: Request any of the options I mentioned before online and have them sent to your home.
My story
After being diagnosed with Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and requiring contraceptive pills for its management; I discovered NURX, an online service that offers online prescriptions and home testing kits.
What I like about them
- Insurance, not an issue
- Only a few simple forms are needed to complete prescription
- An online provider evaluates for method readiness and appropriability
- Prescription is filled and sent directly to your home after approval and payment
- No need to access online again to refill, they offer automatic refills
- I only paid $50 for a 3 month supply, without leaving my couch
When to visit your PCP
Consider visiting your primary care provider instead if you are pregnant, are a smoker, or have had pelvic abnormalities, abnormal bleeding, irregular periods or the like.
Final thoughts
Considering the numbers I mentioned before; the use of a fast, convenient and cost-effective contraceptive provider seems like an excellent choice for women on the go. Maybe there are similar services out there, but for me, this one has worked out pretty good. Look into it!
Linked here https://www.nurx.com/
Disclaimer, this was not a paid post. Just a happy customer.
Cash, J. C., & Glass, C. A. (2017). Family practice guidelines. New York: Springer Publishing Company, LLC.
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