Free or Low-Cost Birth Control
Comprehensive medical examinations including:
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- Pelvic exam (may be deferred for up to 3 months
after the initial visit if requested by the woman and judged appropriate by
the clinician)
- Pap test to screen for cervical cancer
- Clinical breast exam and instruction in monthly self exam
- Testicular exam and
instruction in self exam (males)
- Screening and treatment for some sexually
transmitted diseases
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Free Contraceptive Methods
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Birth control pills
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Birth control shots (Depo-Provera®)
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Contraceptive Patch (Ortho Evra®)
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Foam
and condoms
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Diaphragms (Ortho ALL-FLEX® Arcing Spring)
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Emergency
contraceptive pills (Plan B®)
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Natural family planning
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Abstinence information
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Surgical sterilization (tubal ligation and vasectomy)
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Intrauterine device (ParaGard®
Copper T380A) (Mirena)
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Hormonal Implants (Implanon)
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Vaginal Contraceptive Film
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Health education and counseling including
How pregnancy
occurs, birth control methods, behaviors that place people at risk for getting
sexually transmitted diseases and HIV, how to prevent STDs and HIV, pregnancy
options, how to resist pressure to engage in sexual activities, preconception
counseling and the benefits
of taking folic acid before becoming pregnant.
Pregnancy tests
Basic
infertility information
Follow-up and referral for identified medical
needs