Bayer- 11 Myths About Contraception

SEPTEMBER 27, 2012: PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO - The following is a list of 11 common beliefs about contraceptives which are considered as myths:

1.  Women should take a break from the pill once in a while.

2.     The pill is not safe and it produces birth defects.

3.     Long-term use of the pill can affect fertility.

4.     All contraceptive pills are basically the same.

5.     Women who smoke cannot take the pill.

6.     The most risky moment for losing the pill is at the middle of the treatment.

7.     The only use of the pill is for birth control.

8.     The pill produces cancer.

9.     Stopping or postponing the period is risky when using the pill.

10.  Women over 35 cannot use the pill.

11. The regular use of the morningafter pill is a good contraceptive method.

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