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What are Female Condoms?
Female condoms are linings made of thin, transparent, soft plastic film that fit loosely inside the vagina. They are often made out of latex, polyurethane, or nitrile. They act as a barrier to block...
Guest Post: Reflections on Trainee Success Program with Diba Dindoust
Support for young researchers is a key pillar of MCI’s work in furthering the progress of male contraception. We find it so important that we have a variety of ways to get behind today’s...
The Need for More Male Contraceptive Options
When it comes to contraception, women have historically shouldered most of the burden. From pills to IUDs, the majority of contraceptive methods have been designed with women in mind. However, there...
What are Vaginal Rings?
Vaginal rings are a short-term, hormonal birth control method used by people with vaginas to prevent pregnancy. It is a flexible plastic placed within the vagina and releases hormones to disrupt...
What is Fertility Awareness?
Fertility is a way of preventing pregnancy through natural family planning. It is done by a woman monitoring and recording different fertility signs throughout her menstrual cycle to determine when...
What are Intrauterine Devices (IUDs)?
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