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Halifax sexual health clinic receives outpour of community support to provide free IUDsA sexual health clinic in Halifax that has been providing free birth control devices to patients in need is grateful for support as donations run out, but says more is needed.HealthMar 15
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Manitoba expert pushes for better IUD insertions to improve pain management, patient careThe insertion of an intrauterine device (IUD) is an unpleasant experience for many women and according to one medical expert in the province, it shouldn't have to be.HealthJul 25, 2023
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B.C.’s free contraception plan renews push for Ottawa, other provinces to follow suitObstetricians and reproductive rights advocates say other countries, including the United Kingdom, already provide free contraception as part of their health-care plans.HealthMar 1, 2023
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B.C. budget: Province becomes first in Canada to offer free prescription contraceptionThe B.C. budget revealed a measure to cover prescription birth control products, copper IUDs and Plan B emergency contraceptives starting April 1, 2023.HealthFeb 28, 2023
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NDP promise to ‘fully cover’ birth control under OHIP if elected in JuneOntario NDP Leader Andrea Horwath said the promise can be done "within weeks" of the June 2 provincial election.PoliticsApr 21, 2022
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‘We’ve had people at our door in tears’: COVID-19 adds barriers to sexual health resourcesThe COVID-19 pandemic has increased barriers to sexual health resources, experts say, with many clinics either reducing their hours and services or closing their doors altogether.LifestyleJan 24, 2021
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Health Canada approves birth control arm implant NexplanonMounting pressure to approve the contraceptive has been built by sexual health advocates for years.CanadaMay 26, 2020
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IUDs best birth control for teens: Paediatric Society"So, somebody comes into your office wanting birth control, why are you giving them the birth control pill when there's something that is 20 times better?"HealthMay 31, 2018
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IUDs best form of birth control for teens: Canadian Paediatric SocietyIn a new position statement released by the Canadian Paediatric Society, healthcare providers should first offer intrauterine methods of contraception.HealthMay 31, 2018
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IUD birth control: What it is and how it worksIt's one of the most effective forms of birth control, but up to 50 per cent of Canadians don't know what it is.HealthJun 21, 2017
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