Emergency contraception refers to methods of contraception that can be used to prevent pregnancy after s3xual interc0urse. Methods of emergency contraception are the copper-bearing intrauterine devices (IUDs) and the emergency contraceptive pills (ECPs). Emergency contraceptive pills prevent pregnancy by preventing or delaying ovulation but efficacy can be affected by when it’s taken, timing of ovulation and also weight. The copper IUD is the most effective form of EC. This prevents fertilization by causing a chemical change in sp3rm and egg before they meet making it less able to fertilize the egg. When used for emergency contraception, the copper IUD can be inserted within 5 days of having unprotected S3x and can also be relied on for long-term birth control. Note that a study was done that suggested hormonal IUDs can also be as effective as the copper IUD when used as an emergency contraceptive. Not everyone will be able to tolerate or have access to IUDs, so it is Importan...