Hardy County Health Department

Our program is designed to assist clients in reaching informed decisions regarding their reproductive health and in the choice of use of family planning methods and services.  

All clients receive thorough and accurate counseling on sexually transmitted disease as well as testing for these diseases. Supplies and pregnancy testing are available on site at no cost.

Comprehensive medical history review and clinical examination which may include: 

• Clinical breast exam and instruction on monthly self-exam
• Testicular exam and instruction on 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: 

• Intrauterine device (ParaGard® Copper T380A) (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
• Emergency contraceptive pills (Plan B®)
• Natural family planning
• Abstinence information
• Surgical sterilization (tubal ligation and vasectomy)

Health education and counseling including: 

• How pregnancy occurs
• Birth control methods
• Behaviors that place people at risk for getting STD including HIV
• Reproductive Life Planning
• Pregnancy options
• Resisting pressure to engage in sexual activities
• Preconception counseling and the benefits folic acid before becoming pregnant

 Basic infertility information

 Follow-up and referral for identified medical needs