What Is Up With DMPA And “Grades” For Family Planning?
This is an information sheet for consumers about the hormonal contraceptive known as Depo-Provera (DMPA) and the WHO grading system for contraceptives explains key issues in plain language.
Research findings have raised questions about the safety and effectiveness of DMPA for women who face a high risk of HIV. WHO evaluates the safety and efficacy of contraceptive methods. This sheet raises questions consumers may have about the relationship between hormonal contraceptives and HIV.
Source: AVAC
Date of Publication: March 25, 2019
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