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'''OVERVIEW'''  
'''OVERVIEW'''  


In Tanzania, you can purchase birth control pills without a prescription. At local clinics, you can also find the contraceptive shot, implant and IUD, among other contraceptive options. While you technically need a prescription for emergency contraception (the morning after pill), this does not seem to be universally enforced. At certain pharmacies, especially international ones, it's possible to get EC without a prescription. Regarding menstrual products, pads are the easiest to find. Tampons are available in select locations, which we include in the "Menstruation" section. Menstrual cups are extremely uncommon, but there appears to be some organizations that distribute menstrual cups to Tanzanian women and girls. Abortion is generally illegal. It is only permitted when the pregnancy endangers the woman's life or in cases when the woman's physical or mental health needs to be preserved. While some women seek out clandestine abortions, many of these providers are untrained or working in unsafe conditions, so one must exercise extreme caution.
In Dar es Salaam, you can purchase birth control pills without a prescription. At local clinics, you can also find the contraceptive shot, implant and IUD, among other contraceptive options. While you technically need a prescription for emergency contraception (the morning after pill), this does not seem to be universally enforced. At certain pharmacies, especially international ones, it's possible to get EC without a prescription. Regarding menstrual products, pads are the easiest to find. Tampons are available in select locations, which we include in the "Menstruation" section. Menstrual cups are extremely uncommon, but there appears to be some organizations that distribute menstrual cups to Tanzanian women and girls. Abortion is generally illegal. It is only permitted when the pregnancy endangers the woman's life or in cases when the woman's physical or mental health needs to be preserved. While some women seek out clandestine abortions, many of these providers are untrained or working in unsafe conditions, so one must exercise extreme caution.


==Contraception (Birth Control)==
==Contraception (Birth Control)==
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* If you want a '''contraceptive implant''', you can get it at [http://mariestopes.or.tz/ Marie Stopes Tanzania]. They're free at outreach sites and 15,000 tshs at other locations. You can also probably get it inserted at major clinics like Sali Hospital.
* If you want a '''contraceptive implant''', you can get it at [http://mariestopes.or.tz/ Marie Stopes Tanzania]. They're free at outreach sites and 15,000 tshs at other locations. You can also probably get it inserted at major clinics like Sali Hospital.
* If you want a '''contraceptive shot''', you can get it at [http://mariestopes.or.tz/ Marie Stopes Tanzania]. They're free at outreach sites and 15,000 tshs at other locations.
* If you want a '''contraceptive shot''', you can get it at [http://mariestopes.or.tz/ Marie Stopes Tanzania]. They're free at outreach sites and 15,000 tshs at other locations.
Here are some recommended pharmacies in Dar es Salaam:
* [http://www.salihospital.com/new/index.php/services/pharmacy-services Sali International Hospital]: "Our products and services include: a wide range of quality branded and generic medicines, 24/7 dispensing of both in-house and external prescription..." Contact us: Tel: 0222 601296. Email: pharmacy@salihospital.com.
* [http://www.nakietepharmacy.com/ Nakiete Pharmacy]: This is a major pharmacy in Dar es Salaam, in operation since 1998, that is known to have a lot of medications and to help many people find what they need.
* Masaki Pharmacy International: Slipway Road, Peninsula, P.O.Box 33239, Dar es salaam, Tanzania. Phone Numbers: +255 712 700 393, +255 714 999 936.
* As for more recommended pharmacies, one local says, "The one at sea cliff, or Viva Towers in town, or Oysterbay Shopping Center in masaki."


===Costs===
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===Testing Facilities===
===Testing Facilities===


For testing sites, visit the city pages, like the [[Dar es Salaam]] page.
* [http://www.zoomtanzania.com/biz/premier-care-clinic-pharmacy Premier Care Clinic]: "Premier Care Clinic offers a full range of health services including Private GP services, Ultrasound services, Vaccinations, walk in instant HIV testing, Occupational Health, STD/STI tests and referrals for X rays, scans and consultant opinions. We are the only panel physicians for the U.S. Embassy immigrant visa applications."
* It's not open yet (as of 2017) but an LGBT-friendly clinic will be opening up in Dar es Salaam that will provide HIV tests, TB screening, treatment, and support to LGBT people who need these critical services. You can check out the [https://www.globalgiving.org/projects/help-lgbt-access-free-quality-health-service/ funding page] for details.


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===What to Get & Where to Get It===
===What to Get & Where to Get It===


In Tanzania, you can find pads. However, tampons are more difficult to find. You may be able to find tampons at larger supermarkets or international stores.  
In Tanzania, you can find pads. However, tampons are more difficult to find. You may be able to find tampons at [http://www.village-supermarket.com/ Village Supermarket], located on Chole Road, or [http://www.shoppers.co.tz/ Shoppers Plaza], which has multiple locations. You can also find them in some pharmacies, like Nakumatt and Kilimani Pharmacy.


Here are some organizations working on menstrual issues in Tanzania:
Here are some organizations working on menstrual issues in Tanzania:
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===What to Get & Where to Get It===
===What to Get & Where to Get It===


For local recommendations, visit the city pages, like the [[Dar es Salaam]] page.
* [http://mariestopes.or.tz/ Marie Stopes Tanzania]: They provide gynecological exam with a consultation fee (25,000 tshs). This consultation fee is the same for all women, whether they're Tanzanian nationals or foreigners.
* [http://www.salihospital.com/ Sali International Hospital]: Recommended doctors: Doctor Vindhya and Doctor Nymfer. This hospital has been recommended by multiple locals. One said "They are not the cheapest but they are affordable." Consultation fee for gynecological exam is $50 (as of January 2017). Phone: +255-22-2601265, +255-22-2601296. Email: info@salihospital.com
* [http://www.agakhanhospitals.org/DarEsSalaam Aga Khan Hospital]: Recommended doctor: Dr. Shafiq ("he's the best") - this doctor has been recommended by multiple locals. Also Dr. Meenakshi Pathak. Address: Ocean Road, Dar es Salaam 2289, Tanzania. Phone: +255 22 211 5151.
* [http://premiercareclinic.com/ Premier Care Clinic]: Recommended doctor: Dr janet simbakalia. Address 1: 259 Ali Hassan Road, Namanga, Kinondoni. P. O. Box 220, Dar es Salaam , Tanzania. Tel: 0752 254 642; 0715 254 642. E-mail: Premier Care Clinic. Tel.: 0752 254 642; 0715 254 642.


===Costs===
===Costs===
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