Finding the right birth control method can be challenging. Fortunately, this page is here to assist you in exploring your options and guiding you toward the contraception that is best suited for your needs!Ìý
If you have questions about the different birth control methods mentioned below, or want to explore them further, schedule an appointment with a doctor at the ÍøºìºÚÁÏ Student Health and Wellness Centre (Halifax), or with a registered nurse at Health Services (Truro).Ìý
The list below indicates the multiple options for birth control:
- Oral Contraceptive Pills (OCP)Ìý
- Intra-Uterine Devices (IUDs)
- Contraceptive Implant - Nexplanon
- Contraceptive Injection (DEPO Provera)
- The PatchÌý
- The NuvaRing
- Emergency Contraceptive (Plan B)Ìý
- Tubal Ligation Referrals
- Vasectomy ReferralsÌý
- Internal and External Condoms
Which of these services can be performed at the clinic? And which ones do students have to refer to community services?
Birth control methods are commonly separated by Short Acting Reversible Contraception (SARC) methods and Long-Acting Reversible Contraception (LARC) methods which differ based on the length of their protection. Individuals may select their birth control method based off how important it is for them to get pregnant for less than a year or more than a year.Ìý
Short Acting Reversible Contraception (SARC)
- Oral Contraceptive Pills (OCP)
- The Patch
- The NuvaRing
- Contraceptive Injection (DEPO Provera)
- Intern