The Latest in Teen Pregnancy Prevention: Long-Acting Reversible Contraception

Teen pregnancy is prevalent in the United States and has a number of potential negative outcomes. The most effective contraceptives available, known as long-acting reversible contraceptives (LARCs), were recently approved for use in adolescents. LARC devices, including the intrauterine device and subdermal implant, are currently recommended as the first-line contraceptive for all women, including adolescents. Despite this recommendation, current LARC use in the adolescent population remains low.

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