Happy 50th Birthday OCP!

ByJennifer Gibson

Did you know the pill was approved 50 years ago in the US? It is -till one of the most popular methods of contraception in the world and has come a long way from it’s first formulation. Of course, there are many other options available and if you would like to learn more about The Pill or any other methods, please feel free to call us for an appointment -250-592-3479. The Globe and Mail published an thought provoking article on The Pill, follow this “link”:http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/technology/science/as-the-pill-turns-50-the-little-agent-of-modernity-still-arouses-trouble/article1560994/?cmpid=rss1 to read it.

Jennifer Gibson MA, is the Coordinator of Community Education Services. She is a professional sexual health educator whose knowledge, sense of humour, enthusiasm, and comfort level give her the unique ability to make sexual health education accessible and easy to relate to.

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