Contraception

8 contraception weak spots
Life happens: you might have met a new man, or you've just had a baby. Exciting events in your life often means contraceptive considerations are low down on your priority list.

A mom at 12
Contraception, HIV treatment, and abortions for 12-year-olds - all without parental consent? Health24 spoke to the experts.

Small families more cost effective
The week of 27 to 31 July is Sterilisation Week and the Association for Voluntary Sterilisation of South Africa are encouraging people to consider this form of contraception.

Contraception vital for teens
The first sexual experience is unplanned for every third boy and every fourth girl, raising questions about the suitability of modern birth-control methods.

The benefits of sterilisation
Sterilisation is a permanent form of contraception for men and women who never want more children.

Hot-flush mommies
"Hot-flush mommies" is a new term used to describe women who fall pregnant during menopause. We look at ways in which you can prevent unplanned pregnancy when you least expect it.