World Contraception Day is an event that takes place every year on September 26. The mission of World Contraception Day is to spread global awareness about available contraceptive methods and at the same time educate. The purpose of the event is to aid individuals and couples in making educated choices about birth control methods and family planning. The World Contraception Day Coalition states that their mission is that all individuals, regardless of gender, nationality, race or age will be able to make informed decisions regarding their sexual and reproductive health.
Per the World Health Organization, multiple studies conducted across several countries over the past few years have shown that improved access to low-cost contraception, reproductive education and family planning programs has reduced high-risk pregnancies, maternal and child mortality, teen and unplanned pregnancies and abortions while at the same time improving overall child and maternal health and nutrition. A person’s ability to choose the timing, spacing and number of children is fundamental to the individual and family’s well-being.
Did you know that Stone County Health Department offers affordable family planning services and access to multiple types of birth control? Our skilled family planning practitioners are available to offer education on the efficacy and safety of several different types of contraception. Our goal is to educate the public and promote safe, affordable birth control to all in need. Please call please call Stone County Health Department at 417-272-0050 or 417-357-6134 or visit our offices today to schedule an appointment with our Family Planning team.
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