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Find out about the different methods of contraception, how to use it, where to get it and which is right for you
What the cap is, how it’s used, who can use it and where to get it
What the combined pill is, how it works, who can take it and where to get it
What condoms are, how they work, how to use them, who can use them and where to get them
What the contraceptive implant is, how it works, who can use it and where to get it
What the contraceptive injection is, how it works, who can use it and where to get it
What the contraceptive patch is, how it works, who can use it and where to get it
What an IUD is, how it works, how it’s fitted, who can have an IUD and where you can get it
What a diaphragm is, how it works, who can use it, advantages, disadvantages and where to get it
What internal condoms are, how they work, who can use them and where to get them
What an IUS is, how it works, who can have it fitted and where you can have it fitted
What natural family planning is, how it works, the effectiveness and who can use it
What the mini pill is, how it works, how to take it, who can take it and where to get it
What sterilisation is, how it works and who can have it done
What a vaginal ring is, how it works, who can use it and where you can go to have it fitted
What a vasectomy is, how it works, deciding to have a vasectomy and common questions surrounding the procedure
Pharmacies can give you an initial supply of the contraceptive pill
How to access emergency contraception and the different types available
Women’s health information including menopause and periods