Sexual Health

Contraception Methods

Boynton Health providers can help you find the best birth control method for your needs. You can schedule an appointment for a contraceptive consultation with one of our providers to get an implant, IUD, or Depo-Provera shot, or to see if the pill, patch, or ring is an option for you. 

Learn more about Contraception Methods

Emergency Contraception

Emergency contraception can stop a pregnancy before it starts. It can be used up to five days after unprotected sex, but is most effective when used as soon as possible. Emergency contraception does not cause miscarriage or abortion, but it will delay ovulation. Even if you are pregnant or become pregnant, it will not cause harm to a developing embryo. See our Emergency Contraceptive Options chart for more information about precautions, side effects, other product info, sexual assault resources, and more.

Find emergency contraception at the following campus locations:

Over-the-Counter

Levonorgestrel (Plan B®)

  • Boynton Pharmacy
  • Coffman Student Union (East Bank)
    Basement-level vending machine
  • Willey Hall (West Bank)
    Lower-level vending machine
  • Ruttan Hall (St. Paul)
    Study space vending machine
By Appointment
  • Copper or Hormonal IUD
    Requires an appointment with a provider for insertion.
  • Ulipristal (ella)
    This medication is only available by prescription from a provider.
     

Schedule an appointment with one of our providers through the MyBoynton patient portal or by calling 612-625-3222.

Pregnancy Tests

Pregnancy testing is available by drop-in at Boynton Health Lab or by scheduling an appointment through Boynton Health Gynecology or Gopher Quick Clinic. If you are pregnant, Boynton can offer you education, options, and resources.

Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs)

Not all sexually transmitted infections (STIs) cause symptoms, so regular testing is essential. Practice safer sex to reduce the risk to yourself and your partners.

Drop-in testing is available at our East Bank clinic for gonorrhea and chlamydia when there are no symptoms present. 

If you are experiencing symptoms, schedule an appointment with one of our providers. 

Drop-in and Scheduled STI Testing
 

HPV Vaccine

HPV, or Human Papillomavirus, is the most common sexually transmitted infection and can be transmitted through any type of sex. The HPV vaccine protects against most of the viruses that cause cervical cancer and genital warts. The vaccine is given in three shots. If you’re between 13 and 26 years old, you can receive the vaccine series at Boynton Health. There is no out-of-pocket cost for this vaccine series at Boynton Health if you are 26 years old or younger and you pay the student services fee.

PrEP

PrEP is a highly effective medication designed to prevent HIV. When taken as directed, it can reduce the risk of HIV infection from sexual activity by approximately 99%. You can schedule an appointment with a provider to see if PrEP is right for you, or learn more about PrEP from Planned Parenthood.

Frequent Questions

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Questions on safer sex supplies?

Explore various birth control options and sexual health resources on the Planned Parenthood or Bedsider websites.

What if I am allergic to latex?

Boynton Health provides no-cost Lifestyle brand latex-free condoms by request. You can also make a non-latex dental dam out of a latex-free condom.

Learn how from this Brown University Health and Wellness video.

Who can I talk to about sexual health?

  • All questions about sexual health are important. Please schedule an appointment to address your sexual health questions and concerns. Appointments can be scheduled online or by calling 612-625-3222.
  • You can also call the Boynton Health Nurse Line at 612-625-7900, which is answered 24 hours a day.