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* In Ghana, you can find '''condoms''' sold in pharmacies, health care centers and online stores. For example, you can buy Durex, Fiesta, Pasante and Rough Rider condoms from [http://ikannonline.com/sexual-health/condoms-contraceptives/condoms.html Ikann], which is branded as "Ghana's first online pharmacy." | * In Ghana, you can find '''condoms''' sold in pharmacies, health care centers and online stores. For example, you can buy Durex, Fiesta, Pasante and Rough Rider condoms from [http://ikannonline.com/sexual-health/condoms-contraceptives/condoms.html Ikann], which is branded as "Ghana's first online pharmacy." | ||
* You can purchase '''birth control pills''' without a prescription at pharmacies. Some brands you can expect to see are Diane 35, Ovrette, Lydia, Lo-Femenal, Microgynon-30 and Yasmin. To see prices for these pills, visit the "Costs" section below. | * You can purchase '''birth control pills''' without a prescription at pharmacies. Some brands you can expect to see are Diane 35, Ovrette, Lydia, Lo-Femenal, Microgynon-30 and Yasmin. To see prices for these pills, visit the "Costs" section below. | ||
* You can find | * You can find intrauterine devices (IUDs) in Ghana. For example, you can get the hormonal IUD at Marie Stopes Ghana. For more information, call toll-free for a confidential talk (0800 20 85 85) OR WhatsApp (0556489090). | ||
* You can find '''contraceptive shots/injectables''' in Ghana. For example, you can get contraceptive shots/injectables at Marie Stopes Ghana. For more information, call toll-free for a confidential talk (0800 20 85 85) OR WhatsApp (0556489090). | * You can find '''contraceptive shots/injectables''' in Ghana. For example, you can get contraceptive shots/injectables at Marie Stopes Ghana. For more information, call toll-free for a confidential talk (0800 20 85 85) OR WhatsApp (0556489090). | ||
* * You can find '''contraceptive implants''' in Ghana. For example, you can get contraceptive implants at Marie Stopes Ghana. For more information, call toll-free for a confidential talk (0800 20 85 85) OR WhatsApp (0556489090). | * * You can find '''contraceptive implants''' in Ghana. For example, you can get contraceptive implants at Marie Stopes Ghana. For more information, call toll-free for a confidential talk (0800 20 85 85) OR WhatsApp (0556489090). | ||
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===Costs=== | ===Costs=== | ||
* Here are | * Here are costs you can expect for '''birth control pills''' in Ghana, compiled from two different pharmacies in Accra (February 2018): Yasmin - between GHC 83.50 to 86.50; Diane 35 - between GHC 53.9 to 56; Microgynon pack (1x21 - 16, Microgynon (3x21) - GHC 48.6; Dianette - GHC 35; Microgynon Fe - GHC 5; Lydia - GHC 3. | ||
==Emergency Contraception (Morning After Pill)== | ==Emergency Contraception (Morning After Pill)== | ||
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===What to Get & Where to Get It=== | ===What to Get & Where to Get It=== | ||
* '''Pads and pantyliners''' are widely available in Ghana. | |||
* '''Tampons''' are available in supermarkets or pharmacies, particularly in city. | |||
* Regarding '''menstrual cups''', there are some local sellers, such as [https://www.facebook.com/GhanaPrincessD/ Princess D Menstrual Cup - Ghana]. You may also be able to buy the [http://wopeden.com/luv-ur-body-menstrual-cup-2253.html Luv Ur Body Menstrual Cup] online through the Wopeden website, a Ghanaian e-commerce company. Also, Alliance for African Women Initiative (AFAWI) has partnered with Ruby Cup to bring over 200 menstrual cups to adolescent girls in the Greater Accra region. However, there are no known sellers of DivaCup, MoonCup, LadyCup or Lunette in Ghana, so those brands should be purchased online. | |||
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===What to Get & Where to Get It=== | ===What to Get & Where to Get It=== | ||
* [https://kbth.gov.gh/ Korle Bu Teaching Hospital]: This government hospital, founded in 1923, is considered to be one of the best (if not the best) hospital in Ghana. It has 2,000 beds, 17 clinical, and diagnostic Departments/Units. They perform general gynecological exams, surgeries, and procedures. Hotlines: +233 - (302) 739510 (Main)/ +233 - (506) 210458 / +233 - (243) 407809 | Email us: info@kbth.gov.gh | |||
* [http://www.airportwomenshospital.com.gh/ Airport Women's Hospital]: "Our gynecological focus as a Hospital is to provide comprehensive services and the most advanced care relating to the reproductive health of women of all ages." Phone: +233 30 273 6107 | |||
* [http://www.temawomenshospital.com/ Tema Women's Hospital]: This hospital is in Tema, which is 25 km from Accra. "The Tema Women’s Hospital was established in April 1996 under the visionary leadership of Dr Paul Owusu Baah, with the aim of providing health care with dignity. The hospital provides services in obstetrics and gynaecology as well as general clinic for both in patient and out patient in a relaxed, caring and supportive environment." | * [http://www.temawomenshospital.com/ Tema Women's Hospital]: This hospital is in Tema, which is 25 km from Accra. "The Tema Women’s Hospital was established in April 1996 under the visionary leadership of Dr Paul Owusu Baah, with the aim of providing health care with dignity. The hospital provides services in obstetrics and gynaecology as well as general clinic for both in patient and out patient in a relaxed, caring and supportive environment." | ||
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===What to Get & Where to Get It=== | ===What to Get & Where to Get It=== | ||
* [https://kbth.gov.gh/ Korle Bu Teaching Hospital]: This government hospital, founded in 1923, is considered to be one of the best (if not the best) hospital in Ghana. It has 2,000 beds, 17 clinical, and diagnostic Departments/Units. Hotlines: +233 - (302) 739510 (Main)/ +233 - (506) 210458 / +233 - (243) 407809 | Email us: info@kbth.gov.gh | |||
* [http://www.dmacfoundation.org/ Divine Mother and Child Foundation]: This NGO is in Ghana (but not in Accra). "Divine Mother and Child Foundation(DMAC FOUNDATION) is a not for profit Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) to identify, address and prevent complications that arise during pregnancy, labor and postpartum periods and ultimately decrease maternal and infant mortality rates in Ghana." Tel: 0342197398. Mob:0249396497. info@dmacfoundation.org. inquiry@dmacfoundation.org. | * [http://www.dmacfoundation.org/ Divine Mother and Child Foundation]: This NGO is in Ghana (but not in Accra). "Divine Mother and Child Foundation(DMAC FOUNDATION) is a not for profit Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) to identify, address and prevent complications that arise during pregnancy, labor and postpartum periods and ultimately decrease maternal and infant mortality rates in Ghana." Tel: 0342197398. Mob:0249396497. info@dmacfoundation.org. inquiry@dmacfoundation.org. | ||
* [http://www.listerhospital.com.gh/thehospital.html Lister Hospital and Fertility Centre]: "Lister Hospital and Fertility Centre is the most technologically advanced private hospital in West Africa. It offers modern and advanced medical facilities for both in and outpatients, comfortable accommodation and a highly trained staff who provide extensive general and specialist healthcare and diagnostic services." | * [http://www.listerhospital.com.gh/thehospital.html Lister Hospital and Fertility Centre]: "Lister Hospital and Fertility Centre is the most technologically advanced private hospital in West Africa. It offers modern and advanced medical facilities for both in and outpatients, comfortable accommodation and a highly trained staff who provide extensive general and specialist healthcare and diagnostic services." | ||
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==List of Additional Resources== | ==List of Additional Resources== | ||
* [http://www.moh.gov.gh/ Ministry of Health] | |||
* [https://www.ippf.org/about-us/member-associations/ghana Planned Parenthood Association of Ghana]: "The Planned Parenthood Association of Ghana (PPAG) was set up in 1967 to provide family planning services to the people of Ghana. Over the years, its work has expanded to cover a whole range of sexual and reproductive health (SRH) services. Today, in addition to basic family planning support, PPAG provides maternal and child health care, infertility management, and voluntary counselling and testing (VCT) for sexually transmitted infections (STIs) including HIV and AIDS. It also provides other SRH services (for example, programmes for the management of erectile dysfunction)." | |||
* [https://www.mariestopes.org.gh/ Marie Stopes Ghana]: "Marie Stopes Ghana began providing contraception and safe abortion services in 2007. Since then they have become one of the country’s most trusted providers, helping more than 200,000 women each year." "Whatsapp us on 055 648 9090. Call us today for a confidential, toll-free chat. 0800 20 8585." | |||
* [http://www.equaldex.com/region/ghana Equaldex - Ghana]: This online resource provides information on LGBTQ status and rights in Ghana. It is important to note that homosexuality is illegal in Ghana, as of February 2018. | * [http://www.equaldex.com/region/ghana Equaldex - Ghana]: This online resource provides information on LGBTQ status and rights in Ghana. It is important to note that homosexuality is illegal in Ghana, as of February 2018. | ||
* [http://awdf.org/ African Women's Development Fund]: "The African Women’s Development Fund (AWDF) is a grantmaking foundation that supports local, national and regional women’s organisations working towards the empowerment of African women and the promotion and realisation of their rights." Based in Accra, Ghana. Call +233 28 966 9666. Email: awdf@awdf.org | |||
* [http://oasisforsafetyfoundation.org/ Oasis for Safety]: "Oasis for Safety (OFS) is non-profit, non-governmental organization registered in Ghana. West Africa & the UK. Public benefit is central to the work of OFS. The desire is to do the best for all beneficiaries. The Foundation has a dual mission to improve the birthing experience for women in Ghana and to effect a reduction in maternal mortality; and also to address domestic violence issues in partnership with contributors and sponsors. A lot of the activities of OFS impacts on public health. We have no political objectives." | * [http://oasisforsafetyfoundation.org/ Oasis for Safety]: "Oasis for Safety (OFS) is non-profit, non-governmental organization registered in Ghana. West Africa & the UK. Public benefit is central to the work of OFS. The desire is to do the best for all beneficiaries. The Foundation has a dual mission to improve the birthing experience for women in Ghana and to effect a reduction in maternal mortality; and also to address domestic violence issues in partnership with contributors and sponsors. A lot of the activities of OFS impacts on public health. We have no political objectives." | ||
* [https://www.womankind.org.uk/where-we-work/ghana Womankind - Ghana]: "Our partners - local or national women’s rights organisations - provide direct support for women and girls, from a safe place to escape violence or information about their rights to leadership training or funding to start their own business. They also work to change laws and policies which discriminate against women and girls, and challenge the damaging attitudes and stereotypes at the root of inequality." | * [https://www.womankind.org.uk/where-we-work/ghana Womankind - Ghana]: "Our partners - local or national women’s rights organisations - provide direct support for women and girls, from a safe place to escape violence or information about their rights to leadership training or funding to start their own business. They also work to change laws and policies which discriminate against women and girls, and challenge the damaging attitudes and stereotypes at the root of inequality." | ||
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