# Contraception

> Medical guidelines for contraceptive method use based on CDC recommendations. (iPhone/iPad app by Centers For Disease Control and Prevention.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/contraception/id595752188 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Centers For Disease Control and Prevention](https://appshunter.io/developer/439259253)
- Category: Medical, Health & Fitness
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.30/5 from 27 App Store ratings · 11 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 56 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2013-02-08
- Data updated: 2026-08-28
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/contraception/id595752188/reviews.md

## What is Contraception?

The U.S. Medical Eligibility Criteria for Contraceptive Use comprises recommendations for the use of specific contraceptive methods by patients who have certain characteristics or medical conditions.  The U.S. Selected Practice Recommendations for Contraceptive Use addresses a select group of common, yet sometimes controversial or complex, issues regarding initiation and use of specific contraceptive methods.  The app is developed directly from the CDC Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR) by the Division of Reproductive Health and covers more than 60 characteristics or medical conditions (U.S. MEC) and numerous clinical situations (U.S. SPR).  These recommendations are intended to assist healthcare providers when they counsel women, men, and couples about contraceptive method choice and use.  Although these recommendations are meant to serve as a source or clinical guidance, healthcare providers should always consider the individual clinical circumstances of each person seeking family planning services.

## Key features

- U.S. Medical Eligibility Criteria (MEC)
- U.S. Selected Practice Recommendations (SPR)
- Covers over 60 characteristics/conditions
- Addresses numerous clinical situations
- Aids healthcare provider counseling
- Based on CDC Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report

## Recent user reviews (10 of 11)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/contraception/id595752188/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Buttons don’t work

*2024-07-20*

The back button, menu and history tab does not work. You need to close the app to back to the main page

### 5/5 — Valuable tool for those prescribing contraceptives

*2021-11-28*

I use this often to assure that I am proving safe contraceptive care. Very valuable when prescribing contraception in complex situations.

### 5/5 — Helpful resource

*2021-10-27*

Great for quickly referencing CDC contraceptive guidelines and allowing assessment of multiple medical conditions to aid selection. The app gets updated along with new content regularly even though it says CDC Contraception 2016 at the top of the app.

### 4/5 — 2016

*2021-07-22*

Great app. Most data hasn’t changed since 2016 but some has.

### 2/5 — Too technical

*2021-07-21*

This seems like it would be a great app for everyone to use and get accurate science-based info, for free. However, most of the prompts are medically abbreviated without an explanation. Maybe have this peer reviewed or tested in the community. Still a great idea.

### 5/5 — Must have for providers of contraception

*2021-07-08*

I love having evidence based information in my pocket. This new 2021 update allows you to choose up to 3 conditions at a time. Thanks CDC!

### 5/5 — Pretty good app for quick reference

*2019-10-16*

Pretty good app for quick reference once you learn to navigate it. I use it in clinic often

### 1/5 — Can’t download... the circle just spins and spins

*2018-02-08*

Hmmmm

### 3/5 — Is it really an App?

*2017-04-06*

It behaves like a link to relevant web sites. Valuable ones, true, but not like most Apps. It's not on your device; you need the web.

### 5/5 — Fantastic and much needed update

*2016-07-31*

The latest 7/2016 update is exactly what this app needed. Information in the other version was difficult to navigate and the user interface changes are much friendlier to look at and to use. 

I also appreciated the extra tools included for patient education, such as contraception effectiveness and STD treatments.

## Frequently asked questions about Contraception

### What is Contraception app based on?

The Contraception app is developed directly from the CDC Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR) by the Division of Reproductive Health. It includes the U.S. Medical Eligibility Criteria for Contraceptive Use and the U.S. Selected Practice Recommendations for Contraceptive Use.

### Who developed the Contraception app?

The Contraception app was developed by the Centers For Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), specifically the Division of Reproductive Health.

### What kind of information does Contraception app provide?

It provides recommendations for the use of specific contraceptive methods based on patient characteristics or medical conditions, and addresses common or complex issues regarding initiation and use of contraceptive methods.

### How many medical conditions does Contraception app cover?

The app covers more than 60 characteristics or medical conditions through the U.S. MEC and numerous clinical situations through the U.S. SPR.

### Is Contraception app available on multiple devices?

Yes, the Contraception app is supported on both iPhone and iPad devices.

### How often is Contraception app updated?

The latest version of the Contraception app is 4.0.1, and it was last updated on August 6, 2024. Updates are released periodically to ensure the information remains current.

### What is the age rating for Contraception app?

The Contraception app has an age rating of 12+, making it suitable for users aged 12 and above.

### Does Contraception app have ads?

No, the Contraception app does not contain advertisements. It is a free application without any ad-supported content.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.0.1 — 2024-08-06

• New 2024 CDC Contraceptive Guidelines
• You can now save specific recommendations for easy access

### 3.4 — 2023-09-16

- Bug fixes
- Added Comments and Evidence Summaries to SPR

### 3.3 — 2022-08-16

• Bug fixes

### 3.2 — 2022-05-17

- Recommendation on self-administration of DMPA-SC 
- Updated privacy policy

### 3.1 — 2021-06-03

- All new design
- Select up to 3 conditions at a time
- New tutorial video added

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