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===Laws & Social Stigmas===
===Laws & Social Stigmas===


In South Africa, you need a prescription to obtain birth control.<ref>[Global Oral Contraception Availability http://ocsotc.org/wp-content/uploads/worldmap/worldmap.html]</ref> It is estimated that 60-65% of married or in-union women are using some form of contraception,<ref>[http://www.un.org/en/development/desa/population/publications/pdf/family/trendsContraceptiveUse2015Report.pdf Trends in Contraceptive Use Worldwide 2015]</ref> and about 18% of South African women use oral contraceptives.<ref>[http://www.frontshop.co.za/oral-contraceptives/ Oral contraceptives]</ref>
In South Africa, you need a prescription to obtain birth control.<ref>[Global Oral Contraception Availability http://ocsotc.org/wp-content/uploads/worldmap/worldmap.html]</ref>


According to a 2013 report from the South African government, "Although almost all women in South Africa know about contraception, most have a limited knowledge of the range of contraceptive methods available. This hampers their ability to make informed choices about methods most suitable for them, as individuals. It may also impact negatively on their uptake of a particular contraceptive method."<ref>[https://www.health-e.org.za/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/ContraceptionPolicyServiceDelGuidelines2013.pdf]</ref>  
According to a 2015 UN report, it was estimated that about 65% of women in South Africa (who were married/in unions and between the ages of 15 and 49) used any form of contraception, including traditional methods. It was estimated that about 12% of women had unmet family planning needs. The most common forms of contraception were contraceptive injectables (about 30%). This was followed by female sterilization (about 15%), birth control pills (about 12%), and condoms (about 5%). There were low rates of usage for IUDs (about 1%) and male sterilization (less than 1%). There was practically no usage of contraceptive implants (0.0%) or vaginal barrier methods (0.0%).<ref>[http://www.un.org/en/development/desa/population/publications/pdf/family/trendsContraceptiveUse2015Report.pdf Trends in Contraceptive Use Worldwide 2015]</ref> 
 
Generally speaking, South African women do receive education related to contraception. However, they may have limited knowledge of the range of contraceptive options available.<ref>[https://www.health-e.org.za/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/ContraceptionPolicyServiceDelGuidelines2013.pdf]</ref>  


In 2014, the South African government revealed a new family planning strategy. Under this new plan, contraception options were expanded, including the introduction of Implanon Nxt (contraceptive implant). The government also sought to increase demand for less popular contraceptives, like IUDs and condoms.<ref>[https://www.health-e.org.za/2014/05/06/guidelines-national-contraception-fertility-planning-policy/]</ref>
In 2014, the South African government revealed a new family planning strategy. Under this new plan, contraception options were expanded, including the introduction of Implanon Nxt (contraceptive implant). The government also sought to increase demand for less popular contraceptives, like IUDs and condoms.<ref>[https://www.health-e.org.za/2014/05/06/guidelines-national-contraception-fertility-planning-policy/]</ref>
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''Dedicated Products / Progestin Only
''Dedicated Products / Progestin Only
Take 1 pill within 120 hours after unprotected sex:''
Take 1 pill within 120 hours after unprotected sex:''<ref>[http://ec.princeton.edu/worldwide/ Princeton EC Website]</ref>
* Escapelle (available from a pharmacist without a prescription)
* Escapelle (available from a pharmacist without a prescription)


''Take 2 pills within 120 hours after unprotected sex:''
''Take 2 pills within 120 hours after unprotected sex:''<ref>[http://ec.princeton.edu/worldwide/ Princeton EC Website]</ref>
* NorLevo 0.75 mg (available from a pharmacist without a prescription)
* NorLevo 0.75 mg (available from a pharmacist without a prescription)


Oral Contraceptives used for EC / Progestin Only
Oral Contraceptives used for EC / Progestin Only<ref>[http://ec.princeton.edu/worldwide/ Princeton EC Website]</ref>
Take 50 pills within 120 hours after unprotected sex:
Take 50 pills within 120 hours after unprotected sex:
* Microval
* Microval
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''Oral Contraceptives used for EC / Progestin-Estrogen Combined
''Oral Contraceptives used for EC / Progestin-Estrogen Combined
Note: in 28-day packs, only the first 21 pills can be used
Note: in 28-day packs, only the first 21 pills can be used
Take 2 pills within 120 hours after unprotected sex and take 2 more pills 12 hours later:''
Take 2 pills within 120 hours after unprotected sex and take 2 more pills 12 hours later:''<ref>[http://ec.princeton.edu/worldwide/ Princeton EC Website]</ref>
* Nordiol
* Nordiol
* Ovral
* Ovral


''Take 4 pills within 120 hours after unprotected sex and take 4 more pills 12 hours later:''
''Take 4 pills within 120 hours after unprotected sex and take 4 more pills 12 hours later:''<ref>[http://ec.princeton.edu/worldwide/ Princeton EC Website]</ref>
* Nordette
* Nordette


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* Fruit and Roots: Holbart Grove Shopping Centre, corner of Hobart and Grosvenor Roads, Bryanston, Johannesburg
* Fruit and Roots: Holbart Grove Shopping Centre, corner of Hobart and Grosvenor Roads, Bryanston, Johannesburg
* Loving Nature Health Shop and Juice Bar: Genesis Centre, Entrance 2, 3 Bradfield Drive, Fairmount, Johannesburg
* Loving Nature Health Shop and Juice Bar: Genesis Centre, Entrance 2, 3 Bradfield Drive, Fairmount, Johannesburg
The local brand Mpower Menstrual Cups sells a standard and light flow menstrual cup which can be bought on takealot.com


Note: There are no known sellers of DivaCup or LadyCup in South Africa. So, if you prefer these menstrual cup brands, you should purchase them online.
Note: There are no known sellers of DivaCup or LadyCup in South Africa. So, if you prefer these menstrual cup brands, you should purchase them online.


===Costs===
===Costs===
You can buy a Mpower Mentrual Cup for R279 on takealot.com


==Gynecological Exams==
==Gynecological Exams==

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