birth control

Contraceptives shouldn’t require a prescription

If the purported improvements to health outcomes associated with free contraceptives are not convincing enough, there is an economic incentive to top it all off. Free contraceptives are revenue positive,…

Pain management options for IUDs have come to UVic thanks to student requests

In the past year, the UVic Student Wellness Centre (SWC) has started offering localized pain management options for IUD insertions.

Birth Control is empowering, here’s what you need to know about your contraception options

With knowledge and availability of contraception lacking, students often find it difficult to navigate their contraceptive options. Jennifer Gibson, coordinator of community services at Island Sexual Health, says that education…

IUD and Me

Butterflies, juice boxes, and birth control: my personal experience.