Long-Acting Reversible Contraception Statement of Principles

We believe that people can and do make good decisions about the risks and benefits of drugs and medical devices when they have good information and supportive health care. We strongly support the inclusion of long-acting reversible contraceptive methods (LARCs) as part of a well-balanced mix of options, including barrier methods, oral contraceptives, and other alternatives.

We reject efforts to direct women1 toward any particular method and caution providers and public health officials against making assumptions based on race, ethnicity, age, ability, economic status, sexual orientation, or gender identity and expression. People should be given complete information and be supported in making the best decision for their health and other unique circumstances.

We call on the reproductive health, rights, and justice communities, including clinicians, professional associations, service providers, public health agencies, private funders and others to endorse the following principles.

Full Statement of Principles: https://health.usf.edu/publichealth/chiles/fpqc/larc/~/media/043402D6CF0842DD95DC65E604B07B46.ashx#:~:text=The%20decision%20to%20obtain%20a,%E2%97%8F