Modern contraceptive prevalence among women in union in Jamaica increased considerably from 62.9% in 1997 to 68.2% in 2008, progressing toward the country’s goal of 75 % prevalence by 2015 [1]. More than 85% of women of reproductive age have ever used a modern contraceptive. Data from the National Family Planning Board indicate that, currently, 72.3% of women use a modern method. [2]. The sub-dermal implant represents less than 1% of the contraceptive method mix.
Is sub-dermal implant removal indicative of contraceptive discontinuation?
Authors: Pauline Russell-Brown, Jamaica Family Planning Association (jfamplan@gmail.com); Chris-Ann Knight, Intern, Jamaica Family Planning Association