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| '''Contraception: Over-the-Counter'''
| condoms, pills, patch
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| '''Contraception: Hospital/Clinic'''
| IUD insertion, injectable, implant
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| '''Emergency Contraception'''
| no prescription required
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| '''STIs'''
| testing available; no travel restrictions
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| '''Menstrual Products'''
| pads, tampons, cups
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| '''Abortion Law'''
| legal & available upon request
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| '''LGBTQ Laws'''
| homosexuality legal
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| '''Related Pages'''
| [[Hanoi]], [[Ho Chi Minh City]]
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Vietnam has many women's health resources. Contraceptives, including emergency contraceptives, are legal and do not require a prescription. There are a plethora of pharmacies throughout the city though you may struggle to find certain international brands. Since the 1960s, the North Vietnamese government has advocated family planning -- and, after reunification in 1975, family planning policies extended throughout the country. There is a 2-child policy that has remained in place for decades, although this policy seems to be on its way out (Note: It may have been removed in 2015... waiting for confirmation). Nowadays in Vietnam, you can get STI tests at many hospitals and clinics. However, if you're a foreigner or don't speak Vietnamese, it's recommended that you visit an international facility (list of such facilities below). You can find both pads and tampons, typically without applicators (like OB), at many markets and stores. Furthermore, abortion is fully legal for up to 22 weeks of pregnancy, and there are no known restrictions related to age or reasons. Due to its high prevalence, Vietnam has been called the "abortion capital" of Asia, a title that has also been given to [[China]]. You will find that both surgical and medical abortion options are available, and there are many resources, including international organizations like Marie Stopes, that can help you identify the appropriate services.
Generally speaking, Vietnam has a wide range of health care resources. Contraceptives, including emergency contraceptives, are legal and do not require a prescription. In cities and towns, there are a plethora of pharmacies, though some may carry a limited range of international pharmaceutical brands. Since the 1960s, the North Vietnamese government has advocated family planning -- and, after reunification in 1975, family planning policies extended throughout the country. Beginning in 1988, the country instituted a 2-child policy, which remained in place for decades.<ref>https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s00148-019-00766-1</ref> The policy seems to be on its way out, due to declining birth rates and an aging population,<ref>https://asia.nikkei.com/Politics/Vietnam-s-declining-birthrate-spells-end-of-two-child-policy</ref> but the official position of the government is unclear.
 
In Vietnam, you can obtain tests for many sexually-transmitted infections (STIs) at many hospitals and clinics. However, if you're a foreigner or don't speak Vietnamese, it's recommended that you visit an international facility. We have provided a list of facilities on this page, and you can find more information on city pages as well, such as the [[Hanoi]] & [[Ho Chi Minh City]] pages.  
 
For menstrual needs, you can find both pads and tampons, typically without applicators (like OB), at many markets and stores. Some independent vendors sell menstrual cups online as well.
 
Abortion is fully legal for up to 22 weeks of pregnancy, and there are no known restrictions related to age or reasons. Due to its high prevalence, Vietnam has been called the "abortion capital" of Asia, a title that has also been given to [[China]]. You will find that both surgical and medical abortion options are available, and there are many resources, including international organizations like Marie Stopes, which can help you identify the appropriate services.


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* You can buy vaginal contraceptive film, which is very similar to spermicide, under the brand name "VCF."  
* You can buy vaginal contraceptive film, which is very similar to spermicide, under the brand name "VCF."  
* For IUDs, you can go to [http://www.internationalsos.com/ International SOS]:, they have the Mirena IUD at an all inclusive (consultation as well) cost of $370, they also have quite a selection of birth control pills including Yaz, Marvelon, Mercilon, Rigevidon, Diane 35 and Embevin 28. The prices for these oral contraceptives range from a minimum of $2 to a maximum of $16.
* For IUDs, you can go to [http://www.internationalsos.com/ International SOS]:, they have the Mirena IUD at an all inclusive (consultation as well) cost of $370, they also have quite a selection of birth control pills including Yaz, Marvelon, Mercilon, Rigevidon, Diane 35 and Embevin 28. The prices for these oral contraceptives range from a minimum of $2 to a maximum of $16.
*[http://www.vietnammedicalpractice.com/ Family Medical Practice]: Normal IUD insertion is $142 USD, IUD insertion with Mirena is $351 USD. If you want a non-hormonal IUD, that is also available (but it's not Paragard) for an addition $20. Note that the consultation fee ($95) is not included in the general fee. There may be additional costs for tests or medications. For the procedure, they don't have equipment for local anesthesia on the cervix, but they can give painkillers 30-60 minutes before insertion of IUDs. They may also be able to prescribe Misopostrol on the evening before insertion to facilitate the procedure.
*[http://www.vietnammedicalpractice.com/ Family Medical Practice]: They have clinics in Ho Chi Minh City, Danang, and Hanoi. Prices from 2017/18: Normal IUD insertion is $142 USD, IUD insertion with Mirena is $351 USD. If you want a non-hormonal IUD, that is also available (but it's not Paragard) for an addition $20. Note that the consultation fee ($95) is not included in the general fee. There may be additional costs for tests or medications. For the procedure, they don't have equipment for local anesthesia on the cervix, but they can give painkillers 30-60 minutes before insertion of IUDs. They may also be able to prescribe Misopostrol on the evening before insertion to facilitate the procedure.
* Another option for IUDS is Hong Ngoc Hospital (near Truc Bach Lake in Ba Dinh). They charge 1.6 million VND for removal (not sure about cost for insertion, but it's probably cheaper than Family Medical Practice).
* Another option for IUDS is Hong Ngoc Hospital (near Truc Bach Lake in Ba Dinh). They charge 1.6 million VND for removal (not sure about cost for insertion, but it's probably cheaper than Family Medical Practice).
* For contraceptives implants, you can get Implanon insertion at [http://www.vietnammedicalpractice.com/ Family Medical Practice] for $295 USD or at the [http://en.hfh.com.vn/ French Hospital] for about 5 million VND.
* For contraceptives implants, you can get Implanon insertion at [http://www.vietnammedicalpractice.com/ Family Medical Practice] for $295 USD or at the [http://en.hfh.com.vn/ French Hospital] for about 5 million VND.
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<!--T:15-->* For Depo, it's reported that the Hanoi Family Program does it for 300,000 dong. Supposedly, the French Vietnamese hospital does it for 7 million dong. For IUD, you can expect to pay between $100-$400.
For Depo, it's reported that the Hanoi Family Program does it for 300,000 dong. Supposedly, the French Vietnamese hospital does it for 7 million dong. For IUD, you can expect to pay between $100-$400.


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[[File:Victoriavietnam.jpg|300px | thumb|right|'''aseVictoria - an emergency contraceptive that can be purchased in Hanoi''']]
[[File:Victoriavietnam.jpg|300px | thumb|right|'''aseVictoria - an emergency contraceptive that can be purchased in Hanoi''']]


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<!--T:22-->* You can buy emergency contraception for 45,000 dong (less than $2 as of 2016) in any pharmacy. One popular brand is Victoria. Below, we have listed the main brands and types of EC available in Vietnam:<ref>[http://ec.princeton.edu/worldwide/ Princeton EC Website]</ref><!--T:23-->
You can buy emergency contraception for 45,000 dong (less than $2 as of 2016) in any pharmacy. One popular brand is Victoria. Below, we have listed the main brands and types of EC available in Vietnam:<ref>[http://ec.princeton.edu/worldwide/ Princeton EC Website]</ref>


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* The following ''anti-progestin morning after pills'' may be available:
''Dedicated Products / Anti-Progestin
** Ciel EC (this is only available in Vietnam, so it seems to be a Vietnamese brand)
Take 1 pill within 120 hours after unprotected sex:''
** Mifestad 10 (this appears to be a Vietnamese brand)<!--T:24-->
* Ciel EC (this is only available in Vietnam, so it seems to be a Vietnamese brand)
* Mifestad 10 (this appears to be a Vietnamese brand)


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* The following ''progestin-only morning after pills'' may be available:
''Dedicated Products / Progestin Only
** Escapelle
Take 1 pill within 120 hours after unprotected sex:''
** Postinor-2 (global brand, but here's the [http://postinor.com.vn/vi Vietnamese website for Postinor])<!--T:26-->
* Escapelle


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* This isn't official medical advice, but could be helpful in an emergency: If you can't access emergency contraceptive pills, you can use regular birth control pills as replacement. Here's how (but please consult other sources & don't rely on this info alone!):
''Take 2 pills within 120 hours after unprotected sex:''
** In 28-day packs, only the first 21 pills can be used. Take 2 pills within 120 hours (the earlier, the better) after unprotected sex and take 2 more pills 12 hours later of the following pills: FMP
* Postinor-2 (global brand, but here's the [http://postinor.com.vn/vi Vietnamese website for Postinor])
** Take 4 pills within 120 hours (the earlier, the better) after unprotected sex and take 4 more pills 12 hours later: Anna, Microgynon-30, Nordette, Rigevidon
 
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''Oral Contraceptives used for EC / Progestin-Estrogen Combined
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:''
* FMP
 
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Take 4 pills within 120 hours after unprotected sex and take 4 more pills 12 hours later:
* Anna
* Microgynon-30
* Nordette
* Rigevidon


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* If you're interested in menstrual cups, here are some resources to check out in Vietnam:
* If you're interested in menstrual cups, here are some resources to check out in Vietnam:
** [http://www.ovacup.com Ovacup] sells US-made FDA-approved menstrual cups (otherwise known as [http://www.ovacup.com cốc nguyệt san]).
**[https://www.ovalady.com Ovacup] sells US-made FDA-approved menstrual cups (otherwise known as [https://www.ovalady.com cốc nguyệt san]).
** [http://www.lintimate.com Lintimate] is a social enterprise that officially distributes US-made FDA-approved menstrual cups (otherwise known as [http://www.lintimate.com cốc nguyệt san] in Vietnamese) under their flagship brand - Lincup. This is the only menstrual cup distributor that qualifies to enter pharmacies in Vietnam. They have a 24/7 hotline with english speaking operator: 091 151 2091 and can also be contacted via Lintimate's official Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/lintimate. Email: info@lintimate.net
** [https://lintimate.com.vn/ Lintimate] is a social enterprise that officially distributes US-made FDA-approved menstrual cups (otherwise known as [http://www.lintimate.com cốc nguyệt san] in Vietnamese) under their flagship brand - Lincup. This is the only menstrual cup distributor that qualifies to enter pharmacies in Vietnam. They have a 24/7 hotline with english speaking operator: 091 151 2091 and can also be contacted via Lintimate's official Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/lintimate. Email: info@lintimate.net
** [https://www.facebook.com/MelunaVietnam/ Meluna Vietnam]: They sell Meluna menstrual cups for 590,000 VND with free shipping (as of Feb 2017). You should contact them via Facebook for details or call 090 482 28 83. They're very responsive to messages.
** [https://www.facebook.com/MelunaVietnam/ Meluna Vietnam]: They sell Meluna menstrual cups for 590,000 VND with free shipping (as of Feb 2017). You should contact them via Facebook for details or call 090 482 28 83. They're very responsive to messages.
** [http://cocnguyetsan.com/sibell-cup.hml Si-bell cup] (soft cup from France - official retailer), get 2 free sterilising tablets. HOTLINE: 090 208 3098.
** [http://cocnguyetsan.com/sibell-cup.hml Si-bell cup] (soft cup from France - official retailer), get 2 free sterilising tablets. HOTLINE: 090 208 3098.
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* [http://vwu.vn/ Vietnam Women's Union]: "The VWU unites women and encourages them to implement the line and orientation of the Party and the policies and laws of the State. The VWU mobilizes the society to realize gender equality. The VWU is a member of the Vietnam Fatherland Front, the ASEAN Confederation of Women’s Organizations (ACWO), and the Women’s International Democratic Federation (WIDF)." Email: vwuebulletin@gmail.com
* [http://csaga.org.vn/en Center for Studies and Applied Sciences in Gender-Family-Women and Adolescent (CSAGA)]: CSAGA addresses domestic violence, child abuse, drug addiction and family planning through free counseling programs, public education and research initiatives. E-mail: tinhcamlinhtam@fpt.vn
* [http://www.cef-vietnam-usa.org/ Children's Education Center Vietnam]: "Children's Education Foundation  - Vietnam, a charity in Vietnam, works to break the poverty cycle by helping girls from impoverished or marginalized communities complete school or receive further education or training, helping not just the young women, but also succeeding generations and their communities to have the possibility of a better life with more choice." Email: csaga@csaga.org.vn
* [https://www.care.org/our-work/where-we-work/vietnam/ CARE Vietnam]: "CARE has worked in Vietnam since 1989. As Vietnam becomes a middle-income country, we are concentrating our work on supporting rights and sustainable development among the most vulnerable groups in Vietnam, for example ethnic minorities, poor women and girls, and people vulnerable to climate change."
* [http://www.hanoi-iwc.com/ Hanoi International Women's Club]: "IWC is a modern, diverse and international group run entirely by volunteers. We have over 400 members of all ages, backgrounds and walks of life from nearly 70 countries.  Most of our members are women but we welcome men.  We know what it’s like to arrive in a new country for the first time so we aim to offer support, advice and friendship to help you settle in." Email: contact@hanoi-iwc.com
* [http://www.hanoi-iwc.com/ Hanoi International Women's Club]: "IWC is a modern, diverse and international group run entirely by volunteers. We have over 400 members of all ages, backgrounds and walks of life from nearly 70 countries.  Most of our members are women but we welcome men.  We know what it’s like to arrive in a new country for the first time so we aim to offer support, advice and friendship to help you settle in." Email: contact@hanoi-iwc.com
* [http://theintimateinitiative.com/ The Intimate Initiative]: "A new and exciting social enterprise that promotes sexual health education and gender equality in Vietnam."  
*[https://www.startnext.com/en/tii/wall The Intimate Initiative]: "A new and exciting social enterprise that promotes sexual health education and gender equality in Vietnam."
* Center for Studies and Applied Sciences in Gender-Family-Women and Adolescent (CSAGA): CSAGA addresses domestic violence, child abuse, drug addiction and family planning through free counseling programs, public education and research initiatives. E-mail: tinhcamlinhtam@fpt.vn
*[http://www.popcouncil.org/ Population Council]: The Population Council's mission is to conduct research on reproductive health and contraceptive choice. Has presence in Vietnam.
* [http://www.popcouncil.org/ Population Council]: The Population Council's mission is to conduct research on reproductive health and contraceptive choice. Has presence in Vietnam.


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