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* If you want birth control pills, you can purchase them at pharmacies without a prescription. Some of the brands you can expect to see are FMP, Anna and Microgynon ED. One of the most common brands is called OK. It's been reported that some wealthier locals don't feel that they can trust OK pills because they're cheap. But, according to the Phnom Penh Post, "The pills and condoms are heavily subsidised and quality-controlled by Population Services International, a global health NGO, who target the OK brand at poor women. According to Watson the OK pill is the same as a very popular pill called Microgynan, currently prescribed to 70 percent of women in the UK."<ref>[http://www.phnompenhpost.com/post-plus/your-guide-womens-health-cambodia Your guide to women's health in Cambodia]</ref> | * If you want birth control pills, you can purchase them at pharmacies without a prescription. Some of the brands you can expect to see are FMP, Anna and Microgynon ED. One of the most common brands is called OK. It's been reported that some wealthier locals don't feel that they can trust OK pills because they're cheap. But, according to the Phnom Penh Post, "The pills and condoms are heavily subsidised and quality-controlled by Population Services International, a global health NGO, who target the OK brand at poor women. According to Watson the OK pill is the same as a very popular pill called Microgynan, currently prescribed to 70 percent of women in the UK."<ref>[http://www.phnompenhpost.com/post-plus/your-guide-womens-health-cambodia Your guide to women's health in Cambodia]</ref> | ||
* For birth control vaginal rings, you can find them at [http://www.wbcanna.com/wbcs-EN-48-1 Anna Women's-Baby Center] | * You can also get condoms, birth control pills (OK, Diane an Yasmin) at [http://www.mariestopes.org.kh/ Marie Stopes]. | ||
* For IUD insertion, you can get it done at [http://www.wbcanna.com/wbcs-EN-48-1 Anna Women's-Baby Center]. | * For birth control vaginal rings, you can find them at [http://www.wbcanna.com/wbcs-EN-48-1 Anna Women's-Baby Center]. | ||
* For the birth control shot, you can get it done at [http://www.wbcanna.com/wbcs-EN-48-1 Anna Women's-Baby Center]. | * For IUD insertion, you can get it done at [http://www.wbcanna.com/wbcs-EN-48-1 Anna Women's-Baby Center] or at [http://www.mariestopes.org.kh/ Marie Stopes], which also does IUD removal for 20,000 riels. | ||
* For the birth control implant, you can get it done at [http://www.mariestopes.org.kh/ Marie Stopes]. They also do removal for 20,000 riels. | |||
* For the birth control shot, you can get it done at [http://www.wbcanna.com/wbcs-EN-48-1 Anna Women's-Baby Center] or [http://www.mariestopes.org.kh/ Marie Stopes]. | |||
* For the birth control patch, you can find it at [http://www.wbcanna.com/wbcs-EN-48-1 Anna Women's-Baby Center]. | * For the birth control patch, you can find it at [http://www.wbcanna.com/wbcs-EN-48-1 Anna Women's-Baby Center]. | ||
* [http://www.mariestopes.org.kh/ Marie Stopes] offers voluntary surgical contraception permanent methods of tubal ligation and vasectomy services. | |||
'''Tips about pharmacies:''' Look for the green cross to find a pharmacy. The better pharmacies will have air-con and English-speaking staff. One of the most reliable pharmacy chains in the city is U-Care. Naga Clinic also has a nice pharmacy. Be careful to go to a trusted pharmacy. Some of the pharmacies in Phnom Penh sell expired or fake medicine. So be sure to only buy medication that is clearly brands, doesn't look damaged or blistered, and hasn't expired. Don't buy unmarked tablets or medicine. | '''Tips about pharmacies:''' Look for the green cross to find a pharmacy. The better pharmacies will have air-con and English-speaking staff. One of the most reliable pharmacy chains in the city is U-Care. Naga Clinic also has a nice pharmacy. Be careful to go to a trusted pharmacy. Some of the pharmacies in Phnom Penh sell expired or fake medicine. So be sure to only buy medication that is clearly brands, doesn't look damaged or blistered, and hasn't expired. Don't buy unmarked tablets or medicine. | ||
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===What to Get & Where to Get It=== | ===What to Get & Where to Get It=== | ||
* [http://www.wbcanna.com/ Anna Women-Baby's Center]: "Women-Baby’s Center offers the “Morning After Pill” for those who need emergency contraception. We recommend going through our family planning counseling for fertility awareness and for learning how to practice safe sex." Schedule your family planning appointment today by dialing 098 800 921. Email: info@wbcanna.com | * [http://www.mariestopes.org.kh/ Marie Stopes Cambodia]: Sells emergency contraception (the morning after pill) for 20,000 riel. | ||
* [http://www.wbcanna.com/ Anna Women-Baby's Center]: "Women-Baby’s Center offers the “Morning After Pill” for those who need emergency contraception. We recommend going through our family planning counseling for fertility awareness and for learning how to practice safe sex." Schedule your family planning appointment today by dialing 098 800 921. Email: info@wbcanna.com | |||
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====Testing Facilities==== | ====Testing Facilities==== | ||
* [http://www.mariestopes.org.kh/ Marie Stopes Cambodia]: "Tests for syphilis is 8,000 riels ($2), HIV 6,000 riles ($1.50), Hep C 8,000 riels ($2) & Hep B 8,000 riels ($2), VIA (cervical cancer ) 20,000 riels ($5), Cryotherapy treatment 100,000 riels ($25). General Treatment is 8,000 riels ($2) per course. | |||
====Support==== | ====Support==== | ||
* [http://www.mariestopes.org.kh/ Marie Stopes Cambodia]: "Counselling and support is offered however it would be difficult to offer this service to non-Cambodian nationals primarily due to language barriers. Whilst there are staff with a good command of English this is not always appropriate for counselling. Although it is case by case and via booking through email we would endeavor to find an appropriate solution. Family planning and abortion counselling is free and part of any service." | |||
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===What to Get & Where to Get It=== | ===What to Get & Where to Get It=== | ||
* [http://www.mariestopes.org.kh/ Marie Stopes Cambodia]: Performs gynecological exams for 10,000 riels ($2.50, as of 2016) for Cambodian nationals. | |||
* [http://www.internationalsos.com International SOS Medical Clinic]: This clinic is popular with expats and tends to be better quality. It's also more expensive. Consultations start at $80. Western and Khmer doctors. 24-Hour emergency care available. Services available in English, French, Japanese and Khmer. Address: #161 Street 51. T: (023) 216 911, (012) 816 911. Open weekdays 08:00-17:30, Sat 08:00-12:00 | * [http://www.internationalsos.com International SOS Medical Clinic]: This clinic is popular with expats and tends to be better quality. It's also more expensive. Consultations start at $80. Western and Khmer doctors. 24-Hour emergency care available. Services available in English, French, Japanese and Khmer. Address: #161 Street 51. T: (023) 216 911, (012) 816 911. Open weekdays 08:00-17:30, Sat 08:00-12:00 | ||
* [http://www.nagaclinic.com NAGA Clinic]: This is a French-run clinic that is popular with expats. More affordable than International SOS. Consultations start at $35. Open 24 hours. Address: #11 Street 254. T: (023) 211 300, (011) 811 175 (emergency). | * [http://www.nagaclinic.com NAGA Clinic]: This is a French-run clinic that is popular with expats. More affordable than International SOS. Consultations start at $35. Open 24 hours. Address: #11 Street 254. T: (023) 211 300, (011) 811 175 (emergency). | ||
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===What to Get & Where to Get It=== | ===What to Get & Where to Get It=== | ||
* [http://www.mariestopes.org.kh/ Marie Stopes Cambodia]: Ultrasound $5, plus post natal family planning counseling services, pregnancy tests ($1.25) | |||
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===What to Get & Where to Get It=== | ===What to Get & Where to Get It=== | ||
* [Marie Stopes Cambodia]: "Yes we perform safe abortions within the parameters of Cambodian law – as detailed in the factsheet. We offer two procedures – Medical abortion (up to 9 weeks) usually with Mariprist or Medabon. This is 100,000 riels ($25) and Surgical Abortion (9-12 weeks) 130,000 riels ($32.50)." | |||
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