Emergency Contraception

Emergency Contraception is available for Victims of Sexual Assault. ER contraception can help prevent pregnancy after sexual assault

It is important to start ER Contraception promptly

Some ER Contraception options include hormonal pills such as:

• Progestin-only pills e.g. Plan B)
• Estrogen/progestin pills e.g. Preven or high dose of regular oral Contraceptive pills)

Safe and Effective

Progestin only pills reduced the risk of pregnancy by 89%

Combined estrogen/progestin pills reduce the risk of pregnancy by 75%. ER contraception is not meant to be used as a regular birth control method.

ER Contraception Pills are NOT:

• Protection against STDs, including HIV/AIDS
• The same as RU-486 (the abortion pill)
• Capable of interrupting an established pregnancy
• Capable of harming a developing fetus
• Capable of affecting a woman's ability to become pregnant in the future

ER Contraceptive Pills are Available at:

• Hospital ER in WA State
• Some pharmacies in WA State
• Healthcare providers and Clinics
• Planned Parenthood - 378-6010

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