“Emergency contraceptive pills are an important method for women whose contraception has failed, or who have had unprotected sex.  The World Health Organisation estimates that use of this method will prevent up to 95% of pregnancies that could be expected to occur if it is taken within 24 hours of unprotected sex.

 Emergency contraception is no substitute for correct, regular use of contraception. It is not, and was never intended to be, a panacea for abortion. It is vital that health professionals support women by discussing the benefits and risks of all the contraceptive methods, so that each woman can make an informed choice about the method that best suits her.  If a woman is unhappy with her contraception, she is more likely to have an unplanned pregnancy.

 Good contraceptive counselling should also include information about what to do if a method is not used or it fails, so women can recognise more clearly when they are at risk of pregnancy.

                                         As the UK's leading sexual health charity, (Family Planning Association) aims to enable people in the UK to make informed choices about sex and to enjoy sexual health.

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