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2141 K Street NW
Suite 501
Washington, DC 20052
Phone: 202-994-6827
Fax: 202-973-1572
All medical records are confidential. Information will only be released by written request of the student or by court order.
Student Health Service (SHS) is
a division of Student and
Academic
Support Services.
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Which Form of Contraception is Right for You?
There are many options for contraception available today and the choices may seem confusing. This site is designed to briefly decribe the various forms of contraception, their effectiveness in preventing pregnancy and/or STD transmission, and their advantages and disadvantages in order to help you choose a method that may be suitable for you.
When reading about these forms of contraception, you may want to keep in mind factors that may influence your decision, such as present lifestyle, your age, if you smoke, your health, and how often you have sex. In addition, you can ask yourself these questions:
- Are there any medical reasons why this method would not be effective?
- Will I have trouble remembering to use this method?
- Will my partner have concerns about this method?
- Will either my partner or I be embarassed by this method?
- Will it interrupt sexual intercourse?
Contraceptive Methods:
Male Condom
Female Condom
Contraceptive Injections
Diaphragm and Cervical Cap
Intrauterine Device (IUD)
Nuva Ring (Vaginal Contraceptive Ring)
Oral Contraceptives
Ortho Evra (The Patch)
Seasonale
Interested in trying one of these forms of contraception?
Simply print and complete this Reproductive Health History form, then bring it with you to your appointment with Student Health Services.
Or, if you are still unsure of a method that is right for you, this short survey may be helpful.
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