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In the Ivory Coast, emergency contraceptive pills (morning after pills) are sometimes available over-the-counter at pharmacies, and sometimes a prescription is required. The legal status may depend on the type of pill you purchase, as it appears that LNG emergency contraceptive pills (such as NorLevo 1.5mg) may require a prescription, whereas UPA emergency contraceptive pills (such as ellaOne).<ref>[https://www.cecinfo.org/country-by-country-information/status-availability-database/countries/ivory-coast/ EC Status and Availability - Ivory Coast]</ref> | In the Cote D'Ivoire (Ivory Coast), emergency contraceptive pills (morning after pills) are sometimes available over-the-counter at pharmacies, and sometimes a prescription is required. The legal status may depend on the type of pill you purchase, as it appears that LNG emergency contraceptive pills (such as NorLevo 1.5mg) may require a prescription, whereas UPA emergency contraceptive pills (such as ellaOne).<ref>[https://www.cecinfo.org/country-by-country-information/status-availability-database/countries/ivory-coast/ EC Status and Availability - Ivory Coast]</ref> | ||
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= | In Ivory Coast, there are no known travel or residency restrictions for people with HIV/AIDS. This means that you can enter the country, regardless of your HIV status, and you should not be deported if you test positive for HIV while you are in the country.<ref>[http://www.hivtravel.org/Default.aspx?PageId=143&CountryId=54 CÔTE D'IVOIRE (IVORY COAST) - REGULATIONS ON ENTRY, STAY AND RESIDENCE FOR PLHIV]</ref> | ||
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* [http://www.sante.gouv.ci/ Ministry of Health] | |||
* [https://www.unfpa.org/data/transparency-portal/unfpa-cote-divoire UNFPA - Cote D'Ivoire] | |||
* [https://www.familyplanning2020.org/node/335 Family Planning 2020 - Côte d'Ivoire] | |||
[https://aibef.org/ Association Ivoirienne pour le Bien-Etre Familial]: "The population of the Ivory Coast suffers from a litany of sexual and reproductive health (SRH) problems common to many countries on the continent: frighteningly high rates of maternal death, early pregnancies, child mortality and HIV prevalence, coupled with very low rates of contraceptive use. Additionally, instances of female genital mutilation (FGM) are frequent and the SRH and psychological repercussions that the practice presents are severe. The Association Ivoirienne pour le Bien-Etre Familial (AIBEF) was founded in 1979. It works closely with the National Population Bureau in the planning and implementation of the National Population Policy and the National Youth Policy. The government and legislators have called on the organization for advice and counsel because it is the one of the most experienced organizations in the field and has unparalleled expertise drawn from ground level experience." | |||
* [https://www.equaldex.com/region/cote-divoire Equaldex - Cote D'Ivoire]: Click here to learn about LGBTQ rights and laws in Cote D'Ivoire. | |||
* [http://www.refugeelegalaidinformation.org/cote-divoire-lgbti-resources Cote D'Ivoire LGBTI Resources from The International Refugee Rights Initiative] | |||
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Revision as of 13:22, 18 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
In Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast), you can purchase condoms and birth control pills at pharmacies without a prescription. While you may technically need a prescription for birth control pills, this is not typically enforced, and birth control pills are available over-the-counter.[1] [2] However, for other forms of birth control, such as implants, injectables, and IUDs, you may need to directly visit a hospital or clinic to obtain them.
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 the Cote D'Ivoire (Ivory Coast), emergency contraceptive pills (morning after pills) are sometimes available over-the-counter at pharmacies, and sometimes a prescription is required. The legal status may depend on the type of pill you purchase, as it appears that LNG emergency contraceptive pills (such as NorLevo 1.5mg) may require a prescription, whereas UPA emergency contraceptive pills (such as ellaOne).[3]
What to Get & Where to Get It
- You can find emergency contraceptive pills (morning after pills) at pharmacies and organizations associated with , and Some pills are sold over-the-counter, but some may require a prescription. See the section above for legal details. Some brands you may find are NorLevo 1.5mg (available by prescription), P2 (available by prescription), Pregnon (available by prescription), Pregnon 1 (available by prescription), Vikela (available by prescription), and ellaOne (available over-the-counter at pharmacies).[4]
- 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
In Ivory Coast, there are no known travel or residency restrictions for people with HIV/AIDS. This means that you can enter the country, regardless of your HIV status, and you should not be deported if you test positive for HIV while you are in the country.[5]
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
Association Ivoirienne pour le Bien-Etre Familial: "The population of the Ivory Coast suffers from a litany of sexual and reproductive health (SRH) problems common to many countries on the continent: frighteningly high rates of maternal death, early pregnancies, child mortality and HIV prevalence, coupled with very low rates of contraceptive use. Additionally, instances of female genital mutilation (FGM) are frequent and the SRH and psychological repercussions that the practice presents are severe. The Association Ivoirienne pour le Bien-Etre Familial (AIBEF) was founded in 1979. It works closely with the National Population Bureau in the planning and implementation of the National Population Policy and the National Youth Policy. The government and legislators have called on the organization for advice and counsel because it is the one of the most experienced organizations in the field and has unparalleled expertise drawn from ground level experience."
- Equaldex - Cote D'Ivoire: Click here to learn about LGBTQ rights and laws in Cote D'Ivoire.
- Cote D'Ivoire LGBTI Resources from The International Refugee Rights Initiative
References