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Up-to-date evidence and best practices related to the Intrauterine Device


Long-acting and Permanent Methods of Contraception: Meeting Clients’ Needs
Summary: When cost and access barriers are removed, long-acting and permanent methods (LAPMs) fill a growing need to both space and limit births. This brief describes some of the factors to consider when expanding contraceptive method choice to include LAPMs.
Source: U.S. Agency for International Development (2006). Washington, D.C.

















