Club K Frequently Asked Questions

Abortion
Emergency Contraception
HIV / AIDS
Microbicides
Natural Family Planning, Alternatives, Barriers
Reproductive Health
Sex Organs (Anatomy and Physiology)
Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights
Sexually Transmitted Infections
General Questions on Sex
Glossary

Source: Remedios Aids Foundation

 

 

On Reproductive Health

• What is reproductive health (RH)?
• What is reproductive health care?
• What are the ten elements of RH?

What is reproductive health (RH)?

Reproductive Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being in all matters relating to the reproductive system; to its functions and services. It is not merely the absences of infirmity.

What is reproductive health care? 

Reproductive Health Care is the constellation of methods, techniques, and services that contribute to reproductive health and well-being by PREVENTING and SOLVING reproductive health problems.

What are the ten elements of RH?

• Family Planning
• Maternal and Child Health and Nutrition
• Prevention and Management of Abortion Complications
• Prevention and Treatment of RTIs/ STIs/ HIV/AIDS
• Education and Counseling on Sexuality and Sexual Health
• Breast and Reproductive Tract Cancers and Other Gynecological Conditions
• Men's Reproductive Health
• Adolescent Reproductive Health
• Violence Against Women