Medical Eligibility Criteria for Initiating Contraception
The Medical Eligibility Criteria for Initiating Contraception is an essential framework for clinicians providing reproductive health care. It is important to note that the CDC removed the US Medical Eligibility Criteria (MEC) and Selected Practice Recommendations (SPR) contraceptive guidelines from their website. However, PDFs of these important documents are available for download at BirthControlPharmacist.com to ensure continued access to this vital information.
Comprehensive Reproductive Health Resources
The Reproductive Health Access Project provides a wide range of resources for healthcare providers, including:
- Integrating Medication Abortion into Primary Care
- Self-Managed Abortion
- Contraception and Miscarriage care
- Telehealth for Reproductive Health Care Resources
- AAFP Policies and Contraceptive Pearls
Programs and Training Initiatives
To support clinicians across the United States, various programs and initiatives have been established:
- Reproductive Health Care and Advocacy Fellowship: Training for future leaders in the field.
- Reproductive Health Access Network: A community for mobilization and support.
- Miscarriage Care Initiative: Improving clinical care for miscarriage.
- Hands-on Reproductive Health Training Center: Practical clinical instruction.
- Technical Assistance and Continuing Education for healthcare professionals.
Resource Summary Table
The following table summarizes key documents and initiatives available through the Reproductive Health Access Project and associated networks:
| Category | Resource or Program |
|---|---|
| Clinical Guidelines | 2025-02-MEC-Chart_Final-1 |
| Provider Education | Contraceptive Pearls |
| Professional Development | Reproductive Health Care and Advocacy Fellowship |
| Service Integration | Integrating Medication Abortion into Primary Care |
| Technical Support | Technical Assistance |
Clinical Advocacy and Engagement
Through the Reproductive Health Access Network, clinicians can Act Now to mobilize and support the provision of reproductive health care. This includes access to Telehealth for Reproductive Health Care Resources and participation in the Miscarriage Care Initiative to ensure comprehensive patient support.