Emergency Contraception

If birth control methods fail or are not used, Emergency Contraception provides effective back up for pregnancy prevention if taken within 72 hours of unprotected intercourse.

Emergency Contraception is a safe and effective way to prevent pregnancy after unprotected intercourse. Emergency contraception is sometimes called the morning after pill, backup birth control, or by the brand name Plan B. It is a form of birth control, not abortion. It is available to individuals over 18 yrs. of age without a prescription at most pharmacies, and by prescription for individuals under 17 years of age.

Like other hormonal methods of birth control, EC offers no protection against Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STD).