MIMS Education
Evidence-Based Contraception: Updates from the WHO Family Planning Global Handbook for Providers 2022
No CME/CPD credits | 
1 Hour | 
24 Nov 2024
Overview
About this course
Several evidence-based contraceptive options are available and accessible for the general population. Encompassing hormonal therapy, barrier use, natural methods, and sterilization, these interventions also offer benefits beyond contraception. A shared decision-making approach between the primary care health provider and the patient is crucial to align the individual's needs and preferences regarding contraceptive methods.
This e-learning module aims to discuss the latest information on contraceptive methods based on the WHO Family Planning Global Handbook for Providers 2022.
Learning outcomes
Upon completion of the educational activity, participants should be able to:
- Understand the different family planning methods
- Understand the concept of shared decision-making in contraceptive counseling
Topics covered
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Review of mechanisms of contraceptive methods
- Hormonal methods
- Barrier methods and Non-hormonal methods
- Sterilization
- Natural methods
- Shared decision-making in contraceptive counseling for the general practitioner
Keywords: contraceptive methods, hormonal methods, barrier methods, sterilization, family planning methods