25/09/2026
Myth or fact? Contraception edition. With Nurse and Midwife Brenda Onyango.
Access to safe, voluntary contraception is a human right. Yet many people who want to avoid pregnancy are not able to use safe and effective modern methods of contraception due to various barriers. This is made worse by misinformation about contraception that is circulating more rapidly than ever online.
As we mark , let us know what other myths you have heard in the comments, and we will help debunk them!
Myth: Contraception is only a woman’s responsibility
Fact: Contraception is a shared responsibility. Both partners should be involved in family planning, which will help foster mutual understanding and support, leading to healthier communities.
Fact: Condoms are the only form of contraception that safeguards against contracting HIV and STIs. You should use condoms every time you have s*x, even if you’re using another form of birth control.
Myth: You shouldn’t use contraception if you are single
Fact: Access to safe, voluntary contraception is a human right and a personal healthcare need for anyone who wants to prevent unplanned pregnancies, protect against s*xually transmitted infections, or time and space their pregnancies.
Fact: There is no ‘best’ type of birth control. With so many options available, the ‘best’ type of contraceptive for you is the one that most suits your lifestyle, your body, and parenting plans.
