In conjunction with the West Virginia Family Planning Program, the Mercer County Health Department offers a comprehensive medical history and review, along with a clinical examination which may include:
- Clinical breast exam and instruction on monthly self-exam
- Testicular exam and instruction of self-exam
- Screening and treatment for some sexually transmitted diseases (STD)
- Pap test and pelvic exams performed beginning at age 21
- Menstrual/sexual history
- Pregnancy testing
Free contraceptive methods include:
- Intrauterine device (i.e. ParaGard, Mirena)
- Hormonal Implants (Nexplanon)
- Birth control shots (Depo-Provera)
- Contraceptive Ring (NuvaRing)
- Contraceptive Patch (Ortho Evra)
- Birth Control Pills
- Foam and condoms
- Diaphragms (Ortho ALL-FLEX, Arcing Spring)
- Vaginal Contraceptive Film
Information on abstinence, natural family planning, emergency contraceptive pills and surgical sterilization (tubal ligation and vasectomy) can be provided upon request.
Health Education and counseling includes:
- How pregnancy occurs
- Birth control methods
- Behaviors that place people at risk for getting STDs including HIV
- Reproductive Life Planning
- Pregnancy options
- Resisting pressure to engage in sexual activities
- Preconception counseling and the benefits of folic acid before becoming pregnant
Direct inquiries about out program can be made by phone at (304) 324-8851 and asking for Ethel Yopp, LPN, or Holly Kadar, M.A., C.N.A. Either can be reached by email at Ethel.M.Yopp@wv.gov and Holly.A.Kadar@wv.gov.