Lawrence-Douglas County Public Health is now offering long-term birth control, including an implant and two types of IUD's, with flexible payment options. Long-acting reversible contraceptives don't require any upkeep, last several years, and can be removed at any time by a health worker.
- LARCs are 99% effective at preventing pregnancy
- LARCs do not prevent transmission of HIV or STDs
- No insurance is necessary for those seeking LARCs, sliding scale fee starts at $0.00 & is based on income
- Minimum age of 14, no parental accompaniment/approval required
What LARCs are available?
- Nexplanon, an arm implant that can be effective for up to three years
- Liletta, hormonal IUD that can be effective for up to six years
- Paragard, nonhormonal IUD that can prevent pregnancy for up to 10 years
- For information about each option, visit this website.
If you are interested in getting a LARC you can contact the Health Department at 785-856-0721 or office@ldchealth.org to schedule a discreet appointment at the clinic, 200 Main St., Suite B
