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Clinic hours changing June 1

Please note that the FCPH Clinic will have updated hours beginning Monday, June 1. Those hours are as follows:

• Monday: 7:45 a.m. - 6 p.m.
• Tuesday: 7:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
• Wednesday & Thursday: 7:45 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
• Friday: 7:45 a.m. - 3 p.m.

The adjustments are being made to better meet patient needs by expanding evening appointment availability. Patients who have questions or who need to schedule an appointment are encouraged to call 701.241.1383.


Audrey - hand holding birth control
Audrey - hand holding birth control

Contraceptives

The following contraceptive services are available at Fargo Cass Public Health:

  • Abstinence or postponement of sexual activity: We support and encourage those who choose not to be sexually active.
  • Oral contraceptives or birth control pills: We carry many different brands of pills; or if you have insurance that covers contraception, we will be happy to provide you with a prescription to take to your preferred pharmacy after your exam.
  • Diaphragm and cervical caps: These are both barrier methods of birth control which are inserted before intercourse.
  • Condoms: A condom is a barrier method that also protects against many STDs. It should be used with spermicide to prevent pregnancy.
  • Contraceptive injection: Depo-Provera, also known as “the shot” is given every three months. It is convenient and very effective.
  • Hormonal implant: Nexplanon is a small rod that is inserted under the skin of the upper arm. It is considered very effective and lasts for three years.
  • Intrauterine device: The Copper T 380A, also known as the Paragard IUD, lasts for 10 years, acts as a spermicide within the uterus, and is ideal for women who prefer a nonhormonal method. The Mirena and Liletta IUD’s last for 5 years and can be beneficial for heavy periods. All IUDs can be removed if a pregnancy is desired prior to the expiration date.
  • Vaginal ring: Nuva Ring is a comfortable and flexible ring that is about two inches in diameter and used to prevent pregnancy. You insert the NuvaRing into your vagina once a month. NuvaRing stays in place for three weeks. During that time, it will slowly release a low dose of hormones that are needed to prevent pregnancy.
  • Natural family planning & fertility awareness information: We are able to provide information on this method and offer referrals to instructors for formal education. This method requires both partners to actively participate.
  • Sterilization: Tubal ligations and vasectomy services are not provided at Fargo Cass Public Health.
  • Emergency contraception pills: Provided up to five days after intercourse, but is best taken within three days, (72 hours), after unprotected intercourse. It decreases the chance of unintended pregnancy up to 89%, but is not intended to be used as a regular form of birth control. Emergency contraception pills are offered when a condom breaks, a pill is missed, or other times where there is a higher risk for an unplanned pregnancy.