Emergency Contraception

Need Emergency Contraception? Use this web-based guide to find a provider near your zipcode.

Emergency Contraception can be used to prevent an unintended pregnancy 





If taken within 72 hours, EC is effective in preventing unwanted pregnancies: 





True or False: Emergency contraception is the same thing as RU 486, the abortion pill. 



True or False: If a woman takes EC while pregnant, EC will end the pregnancy or cause birth defects. 



After taking EC, short-term side effects women may experience include: 




True or False: Scientists and doctors aren’t sure if EC is safe. 



Women need a prescription to get EC if: 





If necessary, women can normally get prescriptions for EC at: 




True or False: Women should only get EC after they’re already had unprotected sex. 



True or False: EC can protect women from sexually-transmitted-diseases, or STIs. 



When used correctly, medical experts believe that EC could prevent:







Some resources on contraception

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