The latest advances in hormonal contraception.
Millions of women each year start or continue to use some type of hormonal contraceptive method. Choosing a method may be anxiety provoking. In this article, we review some of the latest advances in and options for hormonal contraception, including extended-dose oral contraceptives, the vaginal ring, injectable methods, and emergency contraception. Nurses can facilitate women's decision making for healthy reproductive options.
Fontenot
Holly B
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Maternal Child Health Department, Boston College, William F. Connell School of Nursing, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467, USA. holly.fontenot@bc.edu
Harris
Allyssa L
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D003278:Contraceptives, Oral, Hormonal; D003282:Contraceptives, Postcoital, Hormonal; D004338:Drug Combinations; C516519:NuvaRing; D004997:Ethinyl Estradiol; D017135:Desogestrel