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If You Use the Pill, Do You Still Have to Use Condoms?

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by Heather Corinna, Scarleteen.com

May 6, 2011 - 9:22am (Print)

Is one reliable method of contraception okay, or do you need two?  There's no rule for everyone, just what level and kind of protection you want and what you feel best about.

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Covering It All: Don't Neglect Condoms for Prevention

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by Joseph DiNorcia Jr, SIECUS

October 29, 2009 - 6:00am (Print)

Condoms are affordable, easy to use with the proper instruction, and extraordinarily effective in preventing both STDs, including HIV, and pregnancy if used consistently and correctly. Why aren't more of us using them?
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Is Birth Control Safe? Are Certain Brands Best?

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by Heather Corinna, Scarleteen.com

October 23, 2009 - 6:00am (Print)

On the whole, methods of birth control are safe. Both pregnancy and birth control carry risks, the level of which depend on a range of personal health factors and considerations.
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