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WORLD CONTRACEPTION DAY 26.9.17

Today's World Contraception Day is all about emergency contraception on the topic of "Making the right decision".The morning-after pillThe morning-after pill is an emergency contraceptive and prevents unwanted pregnancy after inadequate or unprotected sexual intercourse. It should be taken within 48 hours and at the latest 120 hours after sexual intercourse. The sooner the better the effect. The morning-after pill is available over the counter in all pharmacies in Switzerland. The morning-after pill is not a contraceptive method and is therefore not intended for regular use. It is for women in the following emergency situations:

  • Sexual intercourse without protection.
  • Tearing or slipping of the condom. Sexual intercourse without protection.
  • Forgetting to take the pill for more than 12 hours.
  • Failure of contraception with NuvaRing or hormone patch.

We would like to know what your experiences have been with emergency contraception. Did you have to overcome yourself to get it? How were you treated? What would you like to know about emergency contraception? You can tell your story anonymously and free of charge in the GummiLove chat or ask your questions about contraception. https://chat.gummilove2019.test/monatsthemen/gibs-mir-sicher-3/ Reportat www.suedostschweiz.ch

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