The contraceptive handbook

About this book

For every sexually active man and woman, here is a vital resource that provides information and advice about one of your most intimate concerns. With a wealth of explicit facts incorporating the latest research findings, The Contraceptive Handbook contains everything you need to know about safe and effective contraception. Beverly Winikoff, M.D., M.P.H., and Suzanne Wymelenberg explain and evaluate the full range of medically approved contraceptive products and. Procedures now available. In clear, nontechnical language, they discuss your birth control options: condoms, diaphragms, cervical caps, sponges, and spermicides; pills and implants; IUDs; tubal occlusion and vasectomy; "natural" methods; and morning-after contraception. Each discussion includes a detailed description of how a particular method works as well as assessments of its general efficiency and safety, advantages and disadvantages, possible side and long-term. Effects, convenience, cost, and effectiveness in protecting against HIV and other sexually transmitted diseases. The authors also discuss abortion and provide an overview of new contraceptives currently in development. Throughout, Contraceptive Handbook offers valuable advice and straightforward guidelines for choosing and using the best method of birth control for your life-style--at every stage of your life.