What type of contraception is right for me?

Select the type of birth control you choose depends on your needs.Some people need only prevent a pregnancy. Other people may also want themselves or their partners from diseases that canprotect transmitted through sex. These diseases are called sexuallytransmitted infections (STI). Some STDs include acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS), chlamydia, humanpapillomavirus (HPV), acquired herpes, genital warts and syphilis.

Talk to your doctor about the advantages and disadvantages ofeach contraceptive option.