From Anxiety to Comfort: IUD Insertion, Pain Management, and Patient-Centered Counseling : Episode 1

Understanding the Rates of Unplanned Pregnancy in the United States

March 11, 2025

Opinion

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Panelists discuss how nearly 46% of pregnancies in the US are unplanned. Although this rate has declined, the US still has one of the highest rates of unplanned pregnancies in the world, particularly affecting minority and disadvantaged communities.

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EP: 1.Understanding the Rates of Unplanned Pregnancy in the United States

EP: 2.Overview of IUD Mechanisms and Barriers to Use

EP: 3.Reducing Anxieties of IUD Placement

EP: 4.Empowering Patients and Addressing Concerns in IUD Placement

EP: 5.Addressing the Patient/Provider Disconnect in Reported Pain

EP: 6.Managing Patient Experiences During and After IUD Placement

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Nearly 46% of pregnancies are unplanned.
This rate has declined, but the US has one of the highest rates in the world—worse for those from minority/disadvantaged communities.

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