Affordable Birth Control Options: Resources for Cost-Effective Care

Female birth control, used by many women to prevent pregnancy as well as regulate their periods and control acne, can be prohibitive in terms of cost, particularly for individuals without medical insurance. Fortunately, there are some free and low cost options available.

Planned Parenthood

• Planned Parenthood has clinics throughout the U.S. and provides free or low cost birth control to low-income women. Call your local clinic and ask for details.

Department of Health and Human Services

• Through your local DSHS office, you can determine if you qualify for free or low cost health services based on your total household income and other criteria. Every state has its own low-income health benefits program, and qualified individuals can obtain free or low-cost birth control and other medical care services.

Other Clinics

• If you are a college student, your college or university health center may be able to provide you with free or low cost birth control pills. Other health clinics, including sliding scale clinics may be able to provide free or low cost female birth control as well.