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==Emergency Contraception (Morning After Pill)== | ==Emergency Contraception (Morning After Pill)== | ||
'''Important Notes:''' Emergency contraception may prevent pregnancy for three days (72 hours) and sometimes five days (120 hours) after unprotected sex. Take EC '''as soon as possible''' after unprotected sex. If you don't have access to dedicated EC, oral contraceptives can be used as replacement EC, but remember the following: 1) Only some contraceptives work as EC 2) Different contraceptives require different dosages and time schedules to work as EC 3) You must only use the first 21 pills in 28-day packs and 4) They may be less effective than dedicated EC. For general information on emergency contraceptives, click [https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/morning-after-pill-emergency-contraception here] and [http://ec.princeton.edu/info/ecp.html here]. | '''Important Notes:''' Emergency contraception may prevent pregnancy for three days (72 hours) and sometimes five days (120 hours) after unprotected sex. Take EC '''as soon as possible''' after unprotected sex to prevent pregnancy. If you don't have access to dedicated EC, oral contraceptives can be used as replacement EC, but remember the following: 1) Only some contraceptives work as EC 2) Different contraceptives require different dosages and time schedules to work as EC 3) You must only use the first 21 pills in 28-day packs and 4) They may be less effective than dedicated EC. For general information on emergency contraceptives, click [https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/morning-after-pill-emergency-contraception here] and [http://ec.princeton.edu/info/ecp.html here]. | ||
===Laws & Social Stigmas=== | ===Laws & Social Stigmas=== | ||
In 2009, it was estimated that about 5% of Samoan women (of reproductive age) had knowledge of emergency contraceptive options, and 0.1% of Samoan women (of reproductive age) had ever used emergency contraceptive pills have ever used emergency contraceptive pills.<ref>[https://www.cecinfo.org/country-by-country-information/status-availability-database/countries/samoa/ EC Status and Availability - Samoa]</ref> If you have more updated information on EC knowledge and usage in Samoa, please update this page. | |||
===What to Get & Where to Get It=== | ===What to Get & Where to Get It=== | ||
* Note: The longest-lasting EC is currently [http://www.ellaone.com/ ellaOne]. It lasts up to 5 days (120 hours) after unprotected sex. Check to see if your country carries ellaOne. If your country doesn't carry ellaOne, copper IUDs may also prevent pregnancy up to 5 days after unprotected sex. If none of these options are available, and it's been over 3 days since you had unprotected sex, you can still take EC, which may work up to 5 days. Note that EC pills are not 100% effective and should be taken as soon as possible. | |||
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===Laws & Social Stigmas=== | ===Laws & Social Stigmas=== | ||
If you are visiting Samoa as a short-term traveler or tourist, there are no restrictions related to HIV status. You will not be asked for a medical certificate or proof of your status upon entering the country. However, if you want to stay for longer (i.e. obtain a work/student/residency permit), you may be required to provide a medical certificate that verifies that you are HIV-negative.<ref>[http://www.hivtravel.org/Default.aspx?PageId=143&CountryId=152 SAMOA - REGULATIONS ON ENTRY, STAY AND RESIDENCE FOR PLHIV]</ref> | |||
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==List of Additional Resources== | ==List of Additional Resources== | ||
* [https://www.health.gov.ws/ Ministry of Health] | |||
* [https://www.ippf.org/about-us/member-associations/samoa Samoa Family Health Association]: "As the leading sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) services provider in Samoa, the Samoa Family Health Association (SFHA) delivers family planning (FP) and reproductive health (RH) services in Samoa through a permanent clinic in Apia, and a mobile unit which visits rural areas and the outer islands three times a week to provide educational and contraceptive services to vulnerable communities." | |||
* [https://www.equaldex.com/region/samoa Equaldex - Samoa]: Click here to learn about LGBTQ rights and laws in Samoa.It is important to understand that male homosexuality is illegal in Samoa while it appears that | |||
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Revision as of 10:38, 27 December 2018
OVERVIEW
Contraception (Birth Control)
General Note: There are many types of contraceptives, also known as "birth control," including IUDs, oral contraceptives, patches, shots, and condoms, etc. If you would like to view a full list, click here.
Laws & Social Stigmas
What to Get & Where to Get It
Costs
Emergency Contraception (Morning After Pill)
Important Notes: Emergency contraception may prevent pregnancy for three days (72 hours) and sometimes five days (120 hours) after unprotected sex. Take EC as soon as possible after unprotected sex to prevent pregnancy. If you don't have access to dedicated EC, oral contraceptives can be used as replacement EC, but remember the following: 1) Only some contraceptives work as EC 2) Different contraceptives require different dosages and time schedules to work as EC 3) You must only use the first 21 pills in 28-day packs and 4) They may be less effective than dedicated EC. For general information on emergency contraceptives, click here and here.
Laws & Social Stigmas
In 2009, it was estimated that about 5% of Samoan women (of reproductive age) had knowledge of emergency contraceptive options, and 0.1% of Samoan women (of reproductive age) had ever used emergency contraceptive pills have ever used emergency contraceptive pills.[1] If you have more updated information on EC knowledge and usage in Samoa, please update this page.
What to Get & Where to Get It
- Note: The longest-lasting EC is currently ellaOne. It lasts up to 5 days (120 hours) after unprotected sex. Check to see if your country carries ellaOne. If your country doesn't carry ellaOne, copper IUDs may also prevent pregnancy up to 5 days after unprotected sex. If none of these options are available, and it's been over 3 days since you had unprotected sex, you can still take EC, which may work up to 5 days. Note that EC pills are not 100% effective and should be taken as soon as possible.
Costs
Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs/STDs)
Important Notes - Learn about PEP and PrEP: If you think that you've been recently exposed to HIV (i.e. within 72 hours), seek out PEP (Post-Exposure Prophylaxis). It's a month-long treatment to prevent HIV infection after exposure, and it may be available in your city. Take PEP as soon as possible. For more information, click here. If you are at risk of HIV exposure, seek out PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis). It's a daily oral pill that can prevent HIV infection before exposure. To learn more about PrEP, click here.
Laws & Social Stigmas
If you are visiting Samoa as a short-term traveler or tourist, there are no restrictions related to HIV status. You will not be asked for a medical certificate or proof of your status upon entering the country. However, if you want to stay for longer (i.e. obtain a work/student/residency permit), you may be required to provide a medical certificate that verifies that you are HIV-negative.[2]
Testing Facilities
Support
Costs
Medications & Vaccines
Laws & Social Stigmas
What to Get & Where to Get It
Costs
Menstruation
Note: In addition to pads and tampons, you can also use menstrual cups and menstrual underwear for your period. To learn more about menstrual cups, click here. To learn more about menstrual underwear, click here.
Laws & Social Stigmas
What to Get & Where to Get It
Costs
Gynecological Exams
Laws & Social Stigmas
What to Get & Where to Get It
Costs
Pregnancy
Laws & Social Stigmas
What to Get & Where to Get It
Costs
Abortion
Important Note: There are two main types of abortions: medical (also known as the "abortion pill") and surgical (also known as "in-clinic"). For medical abortions, you take a pill to induce abortion. For surgical abortions, a procedure is performed to induce abortion. For general information about medical and surgical abortions, click here.
Laws & Social Stigmas
What to Get & Where to Get It
Costs
Advocacy & Counseling
Laws & Social Stigmas
What to Get & Where to Get It
Costs
List of Additional Resources
- Ministry of Health
- Samoa Family Health Association: "As the leading sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) services provider in Samoa, the Samoa Family Health Association (SFHA) delivers family planning (FP) and reproductive health (RH) services in Samoa through a permanent clinic in Apia, and a mobile unit which visits rural areas and the outer islands three times a week to provide educational and contraceptive services to vulnerable communities."
- Equaldex - Samoa: Click here to learn about LGBTQ rights and laws in Samoa.It is important to understand that male homosexuality is illegal in Samoa while it appears that
References