Sexual behaviour and risk compensation among single women of reproductive age using hormonal contraception in Zambia.

Herbert Tato NyirendaBright MukangaNancy ChokaAyoola Isaac JegedeDavid MulengaHerbert B C NyirendaTambulani Nyirenda

Published in: The European journal of contraception & reproductive health care : the official journal of the European Society of Contraception (2021)

Lack of knowledge about hormonal contraception predisposes women to sexual risk behaviour. As hormonal contraception is very effective in preventing unwanted pregnancy, and condoms are effective in reducing the risk of STI transmission, the use of both (dual protection) should be encouraged.

Keyphrases

polycystic ovary syndrome
pregnancy outcomes
insulin resistance
mental health
breast cancer risk
men who have sex with men
metabolic syndrome
pregnant women
adipose tissue
preterm birth