Student Health Center
Information on Contraceptives
Types of contraceptives and their effectiveness
- The Patch--99%
- Oral Contraceptives (The Pill)--99%
- Injections--99%
- Progretin-Releasing Intrauterine Device (IUD)--99%
- Vaginal Ring--99%
- Male Condom--97%
- Female Condom--95%
- Intrauterine Device (IUD)--99%
- Spermicides--94%
- Diaphragm--94%
- Cervical Cap--84% (in women who have had children) 91% (those who have not)
- Surgical Sterilization--Greater than 99%
Finding the best method for you
- What are the health risks involved?
- What are the side effects?
- How well does it prevent pregnancy?
The Cost?
- Will this method effect future abilities to become pregnant?
- Will it reduce the chances of acquiring or transmitting an STD?
- How will this method effect my menstrual periods?
Emergency Contraception
Reasons for emergency contraception
- Condom broke, diaphragm or cervical cap slipped out of place.
- Unprotected vaginal intercourse
- Miscalculated your "safe" days for periodic abstinence or fertility awareness methods.
- Birth Control Pills missed more than 2 days in a row.
- You weren't using any birth control.
Added Information
- "Morning After" Pill or Plan B available at Student Health Center
- Side Effects: Mild nausea, vomiting, cramping, breast tenderness, irregular bleeding, fluid retention, and headaches may occur.
- Where to get it: EOU Student Health Center at 541-962-3524, La Grande Public Health Department at 541-962-8801, doctors, or hospital emergency rooms.
LOCATION/HOURS:
During the academic school year, Student Health Center is open 8:30am to 4:30 pm, Monday-Friday and closed for lunch from 12-1 daily. Appointments may be scheduled by calling 541-962-3524. Drop in times may be available for those with urgent or unplanned needs.
The center is located on the corner of 6th Street and L Avenue.
For information about the Student Health Center call: 541-962-3524
AFTER HOURS CARE:
Severe injuries or illnesses occurring after hours can be evaluated at the Grande Ronde Hospital Emergency Department at the student's expense. Grande Ronde Hospital is located at: 900 Sunset Drive, La Grande, Oregon.
Grande Ronde Hospital Telephone: 541-963-8421
We advise that you only use the Emergency Room for truly urgent circumstances, as it is very expensive and may not be covered by your personal insurance.
