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A Step Ahead Foundation provides women in Memphis and Shelby County with free, long-acting, reversible contraception (LARC) to prevent unintended pregnancies. Call 901-320-STEP (7837) to make an appointment today.
A non-hormonal intrauterine device (IUD) is a small plastic T-shaped device that uses copper to prevent pregnancy. It sits in your uterus and must be placed by a healthcare provider. Non-hormonal IUDs prevent pregnancy for up to 10 years and do not use any hormones.
A hormonal intrauterine device (IUD) is a small plastic T-shaped device that uses hormones to prevent pregnancy. It sits in your uterus and must be placed by a healthcare provider. Hormonal IUDs prevent pregnancy for up to 3 or 6 years.
The contraceptive implant is a small flexible plastic stick that's placed under the skin in your upper arm by a doctor or nurse. It releases a hormone into your bloodstream to prevent pregnancy and lasts for 3 years.
Teen Talk is a FUN, FREE, and informative multi-week program where adolescents will attend age-appropriate sessions to learn about abstinence, healthy relationships and communication, reproductive systems and effective birth control. Participants gain important knowledge and resources that leads to healthier decision-making regarding their bodies and relationships.
We know that to make maximum impact on the lives of Memphians, collaboration is key! If you are an organization in Shelby County that offers services to women and children, train your staff on how to use our services as resources for your clients through our popular Partners in Prevention program.
Empowering women to reach their life goals by eliminating barriers to voluntary, long-acting, reversible birth control through educational programming, services, and funding.
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