How old do you have to be to get either the hormonal implant in your arm or an IUD?

Updated 19 March 2015 under Ask Us.

Both the hormonal implant and the IUD (intrauterine device) are safe long term birth control options for both healthy teens and adult women. They last for several years, require no […]

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Tell me about male condoms, they really confuse me. Help!

Updated 16 March 2015 under Ask Us.

The male condom is a sheath (or covering) worn over the penis during intercourse. It prevents pregnancy by acting as a barrier, preventing semen from entering the vagina so the […]

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Could a chlamydia infection from years ago cause an abnormal Pap test now?

Updated 11 March 2015 under Ask Us.

No. A chlamydia infection from years ago would not cause an abnormal Pap test now. Most often an abnormal Pap test is caused from HPV (human papillomavirus infection) which is […]

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I want to go on the pill but don’t want my mom to know – what do I do?

Updated 2 March 2015 under Ask Us.

In many, but not all states in the United States, your health care provider (HCP) can prescribe birth control pills without your parents’ knowledge. You can check whether this rule […]

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Prueba de VIH

Updated 20 January 2015 under Guías de la Salud.

Ahora es recomendado que los que tengan 13 y más anos de edad conseguían una prueba de VIH como parte de su rutina de chequeos anualmente. Es muy importante si […]

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I’ve never had sex and I have regular periods without pain. Should I take birth control pills anyway?

Updated 15 January 2015 under Ask Us.

Deciding to take the birth control pill is a very personal choice. For some, the Pill may also help in to make periods lighter, shorter, or more regular. It can […]

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Is there any other way to get pregnant besides sex?

Updated 13 January 2015 under Ask Us.

While most women become pregnant by vaginal intercourse, women can also rarely get pregnant by ejaculation of sperm right at the opening of the vagina.  Another way to get pregnant […]

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How do I know if a man is wearing a condom correctly?

Updated 7 January 2015 under Ask Us.

Great question! First, you and your partner will need to learn how to use condoms correctly. This begins with opening up the condom wrapper with care. Open the wrapper carefully: Be […]

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I’m a lesbian and I’ve just been told that I might have endometriosis. My girlfriend is scared to have sex with me in case it makes things worse or she hurts me! Would it make a difference if I had sex?

Updated 29 December 2014 under Ask Us.

Some woman may experience pain or “pressure” with sexual intercourse, but many do not. We recommend that you tell your partner that you will let her know if you are […]

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Periodo Menstrual

Updated 3 December 2014 under Guías de la Salud.

Tú tienes dos pequeños ovarios, en forma de uva, dentro de tu abdomen a ambos lados de tu útero (donde se desarrolla un bebé). Los ovarios están llenos con cientos […]

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