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Follow the links below to information on contraceptive devices such as the diaphragm, female condom and IUDs.
Reviewed July 2009
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Vaginal ring
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Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
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The contraceptive vaginal ring is a soft plastic ring that is placed into the vagina once a month. It is left in place for 3 weeks then taken out for a week. A new ring is then inserted.
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Feb 2009
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IUD
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Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
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IUD stands for Intra-Uterine Device. It is a small device that is placed inside the uterus (womb) to prevent pregnancy. They are very effective, but may not be the best choice for contraception if you have not had a child.
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Feb 2009
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Diaphragm
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Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
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A diaphragm is a rubber cup with a flexible rim that is used by women as a contraceptive device. It covers the cervix (the neck of the womb) to create a barrier to sperm. It is inserted by the woman before sex and left in for at least 6 hours afterwards.
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Feb 2009
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Contraception
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Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
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Many parents are worried about their teenagers' sexual well being and want to protect them from harm and unnecessary suffering.
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Oct 2008
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Protecting against Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
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Virtual Medical Centre.com
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Protection against sexually transmitted disease (STD). Medical information about protecting against sexually transmitted infections (STI) and pictures of types of sexually transmitted diseases.
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Aug 2008
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Diaphragm
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Inspire Foundation
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Diaphragms are a form of contraception. This fact sheet has information on what diaphragms are, how they work, and where you can get them from.
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Jul 2008
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Contraception - diaphragms and cervical caps
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Better Health Channel
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Diaphragms and cervical caps are barrier methods of contraception. They fit inside the vagina and cover the cervix (entrance to the womb) to prevent sperm from fertilising an ovum (egg).
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May 2008
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Contraception - intrauterine devices
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Better Health Channel
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An intrauterine device (IUD) is a small contraceptive device that is inserted into the uterus. There are two types available: the copper IUD and the progestogen (Mirena) IUD. Both provide a very effective form of contraception, which can stay in place and protect against pregnancy for at least five years.
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Apr 2008
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Contraception - implants and injections
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Better Health Channel
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Hormonal contraception for women is available in the form of implants or injections. These release the contraceptive into the body over a sustained period of time. Contraceptive implants and injections are highly effective but may produce side effects.
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Mar 2008
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Contraception: female condom - myDr.com.au
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myDr
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The female condom is a barrier method of contraception that is stronger than latex, odourless and causes no known allergic reactions.
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May 2002
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