Care Group is running a dedicated clinic every Saturday to improve access to long-acting reversible contraception (LARC). You can get an implant or coil fitted or removed at these clinics. To book an appointment, speak with your GP, Nurse, Health Care Assistant, Health Visitor or Midwife who can refer you today.
What is the implant?
The contraceptive implant (Nexplanon) is a small flexible plastic rod that's placed under the skin in your upper arm by a doctor or nurse. The implant is more than 99% effective at preventing pregnancy. Once the implant is in place, you don't have to think about it again for three years.
The implant releases the hormone progestogen into your bloodstream to prevent pregnancy and lasts for three years. You can have it removed at any time, and your natural fertility will return to normal very quickly.
It is safe to use while you're breastfeeding and may reduce heavy periods or painful periods. It can be useful for women who can’t use contraception that contains oestrogen or who find it difficult to remember to take a pill at the same time every day.
What is a contraceptive intrauterine device (IUD) or intrauterine system (IUS)
An IUS is a small T-shaped copper device and the IUD is a small, T-shaped plastic device that's put into your womb (uterus) by a doctor or nurse. It releases the hormone progestogen and the IUD releases copper to stop you getting pregnant for three to 10 years, depending on which device you wish to have.
When inserted correctly, an IUS is more than 99% effective. It can be taken out at any time by a specially trained doctor or nurse. It's possible to get pregnant straight after it's removed.
Once the IUS or IUD is in place, you don't have to think about it. They can be fitted at any time during your monthly menstrual cycle, as long as you're not pregnant.
