Preventing Unintended Pregnancy and Meeting Contraception Needs in the U.S. Army

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Authors

Jeremy Mandia · Eisenhower Medical Center

Lisa Cruz · Madigan Army Medical Center

Case Keltner · Defense Information School

Robert Haynes · Walter Reed Army Institute of Research

Paul Drain · University of Washington

Ronit Dalmat · University of Washington

Abstract

Twenty percent of USAW with a need for contraception potentially had that need unmet over 12 months, which resulted in twice the rate unintended pregnancy compared to those with a met need. The military may consider using the PHA and other proactive strategies to address this issue.

Topics & Keywords

Reproductive Health and Contraception Maternal and fetal healthcare Occupational Health and Performance

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Military Medicine

DOI: 10.1093/milmed/usag090

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