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Most birth control methods have one purpose - to prevent pregnancy. Some will also help prevent the transfer of infection. If you are sexually active and do not want to become pregnant, you should consider some type of protection and contraception. Birth control devices are available in drugstores and pharmacies and from private physicians and health clinics.
Did You Know?
If you become pregnant when you are under 18, there is a risk to your
health and to that of your baby. Four out of every five girls who have
intercourse without using birth control will become pregnant during the
first year of sexual activity. There is even a chance that you may become
pregnant after only one unprotected intercourse.
Baltimore County Department of Health
- Family Planning Clinics
Free pregnancy tests and birth control information and devices. The service
is confidential. Please call to make an appointment between 8:30 a.m. and
4:30 p.m. at the Center nearest you.
Baltimore Women's Medical Center
7648 Belair Road
Baltimore, MD 21236
410-661-2900
Offers routine gynecological examinations, birth control and abortion
counseling and services. Appointments are necessary since hours for the
center vary.
Planned Parenthood of
Maryland
Counseling and guidance in the selection of birth control. Provides birth
control and routine gynecological exams.
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