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'''OVERVIEW'''  
'''OVERVIEW'''  


Hong Kong is an incredibly international city with fantastic medical facilities. You can purchase contraception at pharmacies and tampons are relatively easy to find. However, you do need a prescription for emergency contraception (morning after pill). Furthermore, if you want an abortion, it can be rather expensive and must be done within 10 weeks of pregnancy. Due to these medical and financial restrictions, many Hong Kong women seek abortions in mainland China. Socially, the city is rather tolerant and open-minded. There are various feminist, gender studies and LGBT organizations.  
Hong Kong is an incredibly international city with advanced medical facilities. You can purchase contraception at pharmacies and tampons are relatively easy to find. However, you do need a prescription for emergency contraception (morning after pill). Furthermore, if you want an abortion, it can be rather expensive and must be done within 10 weeks of pregnancy. Due to these medical and financial restrictions, many Hong Kong women seek abortions in mainland China. Socially, the city is rather tolerant and open-minded. You can find various feminist, gender studies, and LGBTQ organizations in Hong Kong as well.


==Contraception==
==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 [https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/birth-control here].
'''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 [https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/birth-control here].
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===What to Get & Where to Get It===
===What to Get & Where to Get It===


While many generic oral contraceptives are available in Hong Kong, you may want to research some brands in advance. For example, the Yasmin/Yaz brand, which has been found to cause blood clots, is available with no pharmacist's/doctor's warnings in HK pharmacies, as reported by the South China Morning Post. Says the [http://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/health-environment/article/1857809/handle-care-hong-kong-health-expert-urges-more article], "When a female Post journalist tried to buy the pills at a popular Hong Kong pharmacy chain, no questions were asked; it was only when the journalist asked about their side effects, after purchase, that the pharmacist told her she should consult her doctor."
[[File:Hongkongcondoms.jpg|300px | thumb|left|frame|'''Condoms for sale in Hong Kong, 2017''']]


Some places to check out:
* In Hong Kong, you can find condoms sold in convenience stores, sex shops, etc. You can also purchase them online - for example, click [https://www.wanta.net/en/shop/prod_default.asp?ProdID=1869&CatID=1&DepID=1 here] or [http://dumdum.hk/en/pages.php?pageid=4 here] to find online sellers in Hong Kong.
* If you want '''birth control pills''', you can find about 20 brands registered in Hong Kong. They primarily come from European or US-based pharmaceutical companies, and you can find both combined and phasic pills. Some brands you can expect to see are Marvelon, Mercilon, Microgynon, Nordette, Rigevidon, Yasmin and Yaz. For a list of pill options, click  [http://contraceptive.ippf.org/search?search.searchtext=&search.component=&search.countrycode=HK here].
** Note: While many generic oral contraceptives are available in Hong Kong, you may want to research some brands in advance. For example, the Yasmin/Yaz brand, which has been found to cause blood clots, is available with no pharmacist's/doctor's warnings in HK pharmacies, as reported by the South China Morning Post. Says the [http://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/health-environment/article/1857809/handle-care-hong-kong-health-expert-urges-more article], "When a female Post journalist tried to buy the pills at a popular Hong Kong pharmacy chain, no questions were asked; it was only when the journalist asked about their side effects, after purchase, that the pharmacist told her she should consult her doctor."
* If you want the '''contraceptive shot/injection''', you can find Depo-Provera in Hong Kong.<ref>[http://contraceptive.ippf.org/search?search.searchtext=&search.component=&search.countrycode=HK IPPF Hong Kong]</ref>
* If you want an '''IUD''', you can find Mirena in Hong Kong.<ref>[http://contraceptive.ippf.org/search?search.searchtext=&search.component=&search.countrycode=HK IPPF Hong Kong]</ref>
* If you want the '''contraceptive patch''', you can find Evra in Hong Kong.<ref>[http://contraceptive.ippf.org/search?search.searchtext=&search.component=&search.countrycode=HK IPPF Hong Kong]</ref>
 
Here are some recommended places to find birth control in Hong Kong;


* [http://www.famplan.org.hk/fpahk/en/template1.asp?style=template1.asp&content=services/clinic/services.asp&nscref=1 Family Planning Association of Hong Kong, Birth Control Clinic] - Serves women who are married or over 26. If you are under 26 and unmarried, visit the Youth Health Care Service.  
* [http://www.famplan.org.hk/fpahk/en/template1.asp?style=template1.asp&content=services/clinic/services.asp&nscref=1 Family Planning Association of Hong Kong, Birth Control Clinic] - Serves women who are married or over 26. If you are under 26 and unmarried, visit the Youth Health Care Service.  
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Birth control pills cost about HKD 90-110/month. The IUD is about HKD 1500. Condoms are about HKD 100 for a ten-pack. Most private health insurance policies do not cover contraception.
Birth control pills cost about HKD 90-110/month. The IUD is about HKD 1500. Condoms are about HKD 100 for a ten-pack. Most private health insurance policies do not cover contraception.


==Emergency Contraception==
==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. 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].
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===Laws & Social Stigmas===
===Laws & Social Stigmas===


In Hong Kong, you need a prescription to obtain emergency contraception at pharmacies. However, you can obtain EC from the Family Planning Association Hong Kong (FPAHK), family doctors and government clinics without a prescription. FPAHK also allows people to purchase in EC in advance, which they can store at home in case of emergencies. There is no confirmed data on age restrictions for EC in Hong Kong. If you do have a prescription, you can find EC at pharmacies. Note that, while Hong Kong is technically a part of China, it has different policies than mainland China (where EC is widely accessible).
In Hong Kong, you officially need a prescription to obtain emergency contraception at pharmacies.<ref>[http://www.cecinfo.org/country-by-country-information/status-availability-database/countries/hong-kong/ EC Status and Availability: Hong Kong]</ref> However, some locals report that you can buy it without a prescription at pharmacies. You can also obtain EC from the Family Planning Association Hong Kong (FPAHK), family doctors and government clinics without a prescription. FPAHK also allows people to purchase in EC in advance, which they can store at home in case of emergencies. There is no confirmed data on age restrictions for EC in Hong Kong. If you do have a prescription, you can find EC at pharmacies. Note that, while Hong Kong is technically a part of China, it has different policies than mainland China (where EC is widely accessible).


According to studies, Hong Kong residents seem rather uneducated regarding EC. Many women think that EC causes abortion. This lack of awareness is also found in the medical community. In a 2007 study, doctors scored 6.08 out of 12 in a simple test of EC knowledge.  
According to studies, Hong Kong residents seem rather uneducated regarding EC. Many women think that EC causes abortion. This lack of awareness is also found in the medical community. In a 2007 study, doctors scored 6.08 out of 12 in a simple test of EC knowledge.  
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===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.
* For dedicated EC products, you can find Escapelle and NorLevo 1.5mg (take 1 pill within 120 hours after unprotected sex). You can also take Duet, Estinor, Postinor-2 (take 2 pills within 120 hours after unprotected sex).<ref>[http://ec.princeton.edu/worldwide/ Princeton EC Website]</ref>
* If you want to use oral contraceptives as EC, options include Duoluton, Eugynon, Neogynon, Nordiol and Ovral ( take 2 pills within 120 hours after unprotected sex and take 2 more pills 12 hours later). Other oral contraceptive options include Microgynon, Microgynon 30 ED, Microgynon-30, Nordette and Rigevidon (take 4 pills within 120 hours after unprotected sex and take 4 more pills 12 hours later). Finally, there's Loette (take 5 pills within 120 hours after unprotected sex and take 5 more pills 12 hours later).<ref>[http://ec.princeton.edu/worldwide/ Princeton EC Website]</ref>


* Fanda Pharmacy (near Pedder street in Central)
Place Where You Can Get EC:
* Most pharmacies, including Fanda Pharmacy (near Pedder street in Central)
* Family Planning Association Hong Kong (FPAHK) - Place to get EC without a prescription
* Family Planning Association Hong Kong (FPAHK) - Place to get EC without a prescription
For dedicated EC products, you can find Escapelle and NorLevo 1.5mg (take 1 pill within 120 hours after unprotected sex). You can also take Duet, Estinor, Postinor-2
(take 2 pills within 120 hours after unprotected sex). If you want to use oral contraceptives as EC, options include Duoluton, Eugynon, Neogynon, Nordiol and Ovral ( take 2 pills within 120 hours after unprotected sex and take 2 more pills 12 hours later). Other oral contraceptive options include Microgynon, Microgynon 30 ED, Microgynon-30, Nordette and Rigevidon (take 4 pills within 120 hours after unprotected sex and take 4 more pills 12 hours later). Finally, there's Loette (take 5 pills within 120 hours after unprotected sex and take 5 more pills 12 hours later).


===Costs===
===Costs===
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====Social Hygiene Clinics====
====Social Hygiene Clinics====


For low-cost or free STD tests, visit the 'Hong Kong Social Hygiene Clinics'. They medical check-up, treatment and counseling on STIs/STDs. All information is confidential. If you are 1) a holder of Hong Kong Identity Card issued under the Registration of Persons Ordinance (Chapter 177), except those who obtained their Hong Kong Identity Card by virtue of a previous permission to land or remain in Hong Kong granted to them and such permission has expired or ceased to be valid 2) a child who is an HK resident and 11 years old or 3) approved by the Director of Health, you can receive all services for free. If you do not fall under one of these categories, you will be charged.  
For low-cost or free STD tests, visit the 'Hong Kong Social Hygiene Clinics'. They provide medical check-ups, treatment and counseling on STIs/STDs. All information is confidential. If you are 1) a holder of Hong Kong Identity Card issued under the Registration of Persons Ordinance (Chapter 177), except those who obtained their Hong Kong Identity Card by virtue of a previous permission to land or remain in Hong Kong granted to them and such permission has expired or ceased to be valid 2) a child who is an HK resident and 11 years old or 3) approved by the Director of Health, you can receive all services for free. If you do not fall under one of these categories, you will be charged.  


Note: These clinics do blood tests for HIV, syphilis, and swab tests for chlamydia and gonorrhea. No testing done for Herpes or HPV unless you show symptoms of those diseases.
Note: These clinics do blood tests for HIV, syphilis, and swab tests for chlamydia and gonorrhea. No testing done for Herpes or HPV unless you show symptoms of those diseases.
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* [http://www.emchk.com/ Hong Kong Emergency Medicine Centre] - Provides same-day STD testing, including Chlamydial‬ / Gonorrhea / Herpes / Syphillus / Wart. Has PEP.  
* [http://www.emchk.com/ Hong Kong Emergency Medicine Centre] - Provides same-day STD testing, including Chlamydial‬ / Gonorrhea / Herpes / Syphillus / Wart. Has PEP.  
* [http://aids.org.hk Hong Kong AIDS Foundation] - Only tests for HIV/AIDS.. Clinic at 8 Chai Wan Rd5/F Shaukeiwan Jockey Club Clnc, Shaukeinwan, Phone:  852 2560 8528.  
* [http://aids.org.hk Hong Kong AIDS Foundation] - Only tests for HIV/AIDS.. Clinic at 8 Chai Wan Rd5/F Shaukeiwan Jockey Club Clnc, Shaukeinwan, Phone:  852 2560 8528.  
* [http://www.std-hiv-clinic.hk/ Sexual Health Specialists] - Not clear from their website what they test for. But they seem LGBT-friendly, knowledgeable and very progressive so probably worth an email/call to find out. Phone number: (852) 3162 0001. Email: sexhealth@neohealth.com.hk.
* [http://www.std-hiv-clinic.hk/ Sexual Health Specialists] - Not clear from their website what they test for. But they seem LGBT-friendly, knowledgeable and very progressive so probably worth an email/call to find out. Phone number: (852) 3162 0001. Email: neo@neohealth.com.hk.


===Costs===
===Costs===
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* [http://www.famplan.org.hk/ Family Planning Association of Hong Kong]: Performs abortions, counseling, etc. The is the main center for women's and reproductive issues in Hong Kong.  
* [http://www.famplan.org.hk/ Family Planning Association of Hong Kong]: Performs abortions, counseling, etc. The is the main center for women's and reproductive issues in Hong Kong.  
* [http://wiki.ubc.ca/Abortion_in_Hong_Kong Abortion in Hong Kong Wiki from UBC]: This is a wonderful resource put together by University of British Columbia, detailing Hong Kong abortion law. It seems that UBC went through a massive amount of data and readings to distill the most important facts.
* [http://wiki.ubc.ca/Abortion_in_Hong_Kong Abortion in Hong Kong Wiki from UBC]: This is a wonderful resource put together by University of British Columbia, detailing Hong Kong abortion law. It seems that UBC went through a massive amount of data and readings to distill the most important facts.
* [https://www.equaldex.com/region/hong-kong Equaldex Hong Kong]: Information on LGBTQ rights and laws in Hong Kong.
* [http://pinkalliance.hk/ Pink Alliance] - "a non-profit voluntary organisation registered under the Societies Ordinance. Its main objective is to promote equal rights for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) people through lobbying, education and campaigns."
* [http://pinkalliance.hk/ Pink Alliance] - "a non-profit voluntary organisation registered under the Societies Ordinance. Its main objective is to promote equal rights for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) people through lobbying, education and campaigns."
* [http://rainbowhk.org/tg/index-en.html Transgender Rainbow Hong Kong]: "We are a group of Transgender friends, which includes Transsexuals (FTM & MTF), Lady Boys, Cross Dressers and more. We gather at Rainbow of Hong Kong’s LGBT Community Centre every day." Also provides HIV rapid tests and emergency support.
* [http://rainbowhk.org/tg/index-en.html Transgender Rainbow Hong Kong]: "We are a group of Transgender friends, which includes Transsexuals (FTM & MTF), Lady Boys, Cross Dressers and more. We gather at Rainbow of Hong Kong’s LGBT Community Centre every day." Also provides HIV rapid tests and emergency support.
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