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Emergency contraception (EC or ECP): A method of contraception used to avoid pregnancy after an act of sexual intercourse that was unprotected due to lack of use or failure of a contraceptive.

Emergency contraception pills: Pills used for emergency contraception are sometimes called "morning-after pills." They can be used at any time up to 5 days after unprotected sex, but the sooner, the better.

Emergency Contraception (Morning After Pill)
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Is it truly contraception or is it abortion? The debate over "emergency contraception" may hinge on a single definition.
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Emergency contraception's only proven mechanism is preventing ovulation.

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Emergency Contraception - An oral contraceptive that is taken within 72 hours after sexual intercourse. The pill usually contains higher doses of estrogen and progestin than typical oral contraceptives.

How to Have Emergency Contraception
A video tutorial on How To Have Emergency Contraception that will improve your safe sex emergency contraception skills.

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