Contraception
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VIDEO: Nitrous oxide for IUD insertion improves patient satisfaction
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NASPAG: Migraines don’t always preclude combined OCs
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NASPAG: Parity, postpartum status predict adolescent LARC use
Key clinical point: LARC methods are underutilized in adolescents. Major finding: Significant predictors of LARC vs. OC use were previous...
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NASPAG: Teens largely support OTC oral contraceptive access
Key clinical point: Adolescents have an interest in access to over-the-counter OCs and appear capable of using them safely. Major finding: 73%...
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Unplanned pregnancies more common in bipolar women
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Lower DMPA dose provides comparable efficacy, tolerability in adolescents
Key clinical point: A 75 mg DMPA dose provides effective contraception with comparable bleeding and weight gain. Major finding: Using a very...
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ACA improves contraception access with exceptions
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CDC: LARC should be preferred contraceptive method for sexually active teens
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Contraceptive implant, IUD effective beyond FDA-approved use time
Key clinical point: The etonogestrel implant and the 52-mg levonorgestrel intrauterine device were safe and effective for a year beyond their FDA-...
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LARC best for reducing teen pregnancies in United States
Key clinical point: Long-acting reversible contraception use in teens should be adopted nationwide to continue keeping teen pregnancy, abortion,...