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Research roundup: August 2025 edition

HPV self-collection, asynchronous telehealth abortion studies, young people and permanent contraception access, clinician confidence gaps in abortion navigation, shifting contraceptive preferences postpartum

Clinical Scenarios

Clinical scenario: Hormonal birth control side effects

An 18-year-old (she/her) started a combined hormonal contraceptive pill (COC) three months ago, prescribed by her primary care provider. She’s been taking a pill with 0.15 mg levonorgestrel/30 mcg EE. She’s now following up with you because she’s been feeling moodier since starting the pill. She’s not totally sure if the pill is to blame, but says it’s affecting her quality of life and she’s interested in talking about other options.

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Clinical scenario: Contraception and autoimmune conditions

A 24 year-old patient (she/her) comes into clinic. During the visit, she expresses interest in starting on a hormonal implant. She was diagnosed with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) six months ago and is currently taking hydroxychloroquine. The patient reports no history of low platelets, but she doesn’t know her antibody status at the time of the visit. She reports no other medical conditions or current medications.

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