Emergency Contraception Safe For Teens
The Academy also said emergency contraception should be available over-the-counter with no age restrictions.
The Journal of Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology reviewed seven trials and concluded that advance prescribing decreased the time before usage, making the emergency contraception more effective. The review also found advanced prescribing did not increase sexual activity among teens.
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