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'''Contraception''' (Lat. ''against conception'') generally refers to methods of preventing pregnancy (birth control). There are many different methods, each having its own level of effectiveness and safety. The safest and most effective form of birth control is [[abstinence]]. The argument could be made that this is not actually "birth control" as there was never a risk for a pregnancy, but in common parlance, abstinence is the first line of protection.
'''Contraception''' (Lat. ''against conception'') generally refers to methods of preventing pregnancy (birth control). There are many different methods, each having its own level of effectiveness and safety. The safest and most effective form of birth control is [[abstinence]]. The argument could be made that this is not actually "birth control" as there was never a risk for a pregnancy, but in common parlance, abstinence is the first line of protection.
Except for condoms, most methods offer little protection against [[STD|sexually transmitted disease]]s.<ref>http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/birth-control/BI99999</ref>
Except for condoms, most methods offer little protection against [[STD|sexually transmitted disease]]s.<ref>http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/birth-control/BI99999</ref>
''Effectiveness/Failure rate refers to the percentage of women experiencing unwanted pregnancy in first year of continuous use.''
== Barrier Methods ==
== Barrier Methods ==