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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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STI (Sexually Transmitted Infection) protection
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Virtual Medical Centre.com
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Protecting against sexually transmitted infections (STI): Preventing STIs is much better than treating them, because when diseases are prevented people do not get sick and do not need to access health services which are expensive to provide.
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Jul 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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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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