female condom

Female Condom or Internal Condoms

Updated 22 March 2022 under Health Guides.

The internal condom, also known as the “female condom,” is a lubricated sheath worn by the female inside of their vagina during sex. The FC2 is a type of internal […]

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spermicide

Spermicides

Updated 8 November 2022 under Health Guides.

Just like any other type of birth control, you need to use spermicides the correct way for them to be effective. Spermicides are much more effective when used with another […]

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contraceptive sponge

Contraceptive Sponge

Updated 8 May 2022 under Health Guides.

The contraceptive sponge is a small, donut-shaped foam sponge that contains a spermicide called Nonoxynol-9. The contraceptive sponge is a vaginal barrier method that prevents pregnancy by keeping sperm from […]

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diaphragm

Diaphragm

Updated 9 November 2022 under Health Guides.

Out of 100 people using a diaphragm with spermicidal cream or jelly Typical use: 12 people become pregnant Perfect use: 6 people become pregnant What is a (contraceptive) diaphragm and […]

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cervical cap

Cervical Cap

Updated 9 November 2022 under Health Guides.

Out of 100 *nulliparous people using a cervical cap Typical use: 14 people become pregnant Perfect use: 9 people become pregnant Out of 100 *parous people using a cervical cap […]

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depo-provera

Depo-Provera® Hormonal Injections 

Updated 9 November 2022 under Health Guides.

Depo-Provera® is a female hormonal method of birth control. It’s very effective in preventing pregnancy. Depo-Provera® contains a synthetic (man-made) form of the hormone progesterone, called depo medroxyprogesterone acetate (DMPA). […]

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fiber

Fiber

Updated 8 May 2022 under Health Guides.

Fiber is a type of carbohydrate found in foods like fruits, vegetables, grains, beans, and nuts. Since fiber gets digested in a different way than other carbohydrates, it helps you […]

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Folic Acid

Updated 22 March 2022 under Health Guides.

Why is folic acid so important for menstruating people? All people who menstruate (who get a period) should consume the recommended amount of folic acid daily. Your body needs folic […]

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Gonorrhea

Updated 2 August 2022 under Health Guides.

Have you heard of “the clap,” or “a dose,” or “a drip”? These are all names for gonorrhea. Gonorrhea is a common sexually transmitted infection, or STI, caused by bacteria. […]

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Sleep

Updated 17 August 2022 under Health Guides.

Between homework, sports, other activities, and having a social life, many teens don’t get enough sleep. Sleep is very important and can affect your health. Why is sleep important? Your […]

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