SC RED Presents: Critical Conversations; Contraception in Sickle Cell Disease - More Than Just Depo!

This presentation by Dr. Maayan Leroy-Melamed and Dr. Andrea Roe will explore concepts surrounding reproductive justice and its application for individuals with sickle cell disease, focusing on overcoming barriers to reproductive choices within this patient population.
Attendees will have the opportunity to learn how to identify appropriate referral pathways for both prenatal and contraceptive care, while assessing common contraindications and side effects associated with various contraceptive options. Special attention will be given to weighing the risks and benefits of injectable contraception, particularly depot medroxyprogesterone acetate (Depo-Provera), in the context of sickle cell disease. Finally, the presentation will provide insights into the best contraceptive methods suited for individuals with sickle cell disease, helping to enhance their journey through reproductive health care access .