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ILEIGH LEE/KANSAN extended through the
SAFETY FIRST
COLLEGE CONTRACEPTION
Watkins Memorial Health Center gives students looking for birth control several options
REBEKKA SCHLICHTING
rschlichting@kansan.com
Male birth control pills might be on their way, until then, students can explore a variety of contraceptives at Watkins Memorial Health Center.
Researchers at KU Medical Center are trying to develop a male version of oral birth control. According to 6 News Lawrence, the pill will not be released any time soon.
For now, males will have to stick to condoms or spermicide. Jenny Donham, Health Education Resource Office health coordinator, said male condoms are the most popular form of birth control on the KU campus. According to the Center for Disease Control, condoms are 85 percent effective.
"What happens is that many people are unaware of how to place it or use it correctly." Donham said. "When we look at human error, 15 percent of the time people mess that up."
Condoms are easily ripped and should not be torn open by teeth. They have expiration dates, which should be checked before every use. A frequent error of users is not pinching the tip when sliding on a
condom. An ejaculation can burst through a condom if no excess room exists at the tip.
Using condoms is important to Nick Ginther, a senior from Andover, Kan.
"It's part of being responsible" Ginther said. "In anything short of a monogamous, long-standing relationship, it would be dumb not for each person to hold themselves responsible rather than trusting that the other person is. It's cheaper than having a kid."
According to Boulder Valley Women's Health Center's website, the pull-out method is 73 percent effective and does not protect against transmitting STDs.
Women have many options for birth control. Non-hormonal options, or barrier methods, include female condoms, spermicide, diaphragm and contraceptive sponges. Hormonal birth control includes Intrauterine Devices (IUD), contraceptive implants, oral pills, vaginal rings, shots and patches.
"I'm on the pill," Danielle Yingling, a junior from Topeka said. "It's easy, and I'm good at remembering to take it at the right time. It's the most convenient for me, because it helps out with acne
and cramps all in the same pill."
Yingling has experimented with different forms of birth control to find which one is right for her. She plans to try an IUD next.
IUDs, such as Mirena, increase the thickness of the mucus within the cervix which prevents conception. It also decreases the mobility of the sperm and decreases the chances of a fertilized egg to implant on the wall of the cervix. Implanting an IUD is a procedure that should be done by a medical provider. The IUD normally comes in a form of a small "T" and is placed inside the uterus. Donham said it's nearly 99 percent effective, and depending on the brand, can last up to ten years. There are other IUDs that last three and five years as well.
The NuvaRing, a vaginal ring, is an easy and effective birth control method for college students said Donham. The disposable ring is self-placed and removed during the menstrual cycle. The ring lasts for one month. Another easy-to-remember birth control is the contraceptive patches, such as Ortho Evra. It's replaced weekly and can be placed on the upper arm, butt, back or hip.
Contraceptive implants, such as
Nexplanon, are implanted in the arm and remain effective for three years. The Depo-Provera shot lasts for three months. Common side effects of both of these drugs are weight gain up to 5 lbs., Donham said.
Side effects for any hormonal birth control include feeling more hormonal or sensitive, weight gain, spotting and blood clots. Hormonal birth control isn't effective for all women and can cause problems, Donham said. A medical provider should be consulted before using contraceptives.
"If anyone is taking a birth control that isn't working or they're feeling kind of weird or something just seems different or off, it's always best to listen to your body," Donham said. "We have a wonderful staff here at Watkins Memorial Health Center to help."
Donham said refraining from sex is the surefire way to avoid becoming pregnant. She advises that students talk with their partner about contraceptives and their boundaries before taking their clothes off.
Edited by Laken Rapier
CONTRACEPTIVE PRICES AT WATKINS MEMORIAL HEALTH CENTER
These prices are only available at Watkins and do not include insurance rates or tax.
Latex condoms • 3 for 50 cents
Non-latex condoms • 3 for $1.50
Generic birth control pills • $15-$21 monthly
Brand name birth control pills • $38-$80 monthly
TECHNOLOGY
Smart phones battle for students' attention
Samsung Galaxy S III (Android)
Screen size * 4.8" screen
Personal assistance • Svoice - information based, more automated Navigation Google Maps - consistent, well developed application Texting Bigger screen, voice to talk more accurate Facebook/Twitter Third party application, poorer quality of application Note: Facebook has recently forced its employees to use Android phones as an incentive to improve the Facebook application
Reliability • More bugs due to variability of software
Video • Resolution: 1080p
Camera • Burst Shot allows user to take 20 pictures in 4 seconds
VS.
Apple iPhone 5
Screen size 4 - screen
Personal assistance • Siri - more personal touch
Navigation • Tom Tom - newly released, still has bugs to be worked out
Texting • Siri helps out with talk to text
Facebook/Twitter • Facebook and Twitter are now integrated into the phone itself
Reliability • Does not crash. Better support and hardware.
Video • Resolution: 720p
Camera • iSight allows user to take panoramic pictures
Video • Android Camera • iPhone
- Texting • Android
* Facebook/Twitter • iPhone
* Reliability • iPhone
Advantage
Overall advantage:
slightly to Samsung Galaxy S III
MARSHALL SCHMIDT
mschmidt@kansan.com
Screen size • Android
Personal assistance • iPhone
Navigation • Android
iPhone or Android: that is the choice students now face when upgrading smart phones. With the recent release of the iPhone 5, many students are quick to get their hands on the latest handheld device from Apple.
Josh Maddux, a senior from Overland Park, just upgraded to the iPhone 5 from the iPhone 4 he has used for the past two years.
Graphics by Katie Kutsko
"I selected iPhone over Android solely because I've used multiple iPhones, and have loved all of them," Maddux said. "None of my previous iPhones ever gave me any problems."
While the iPhone 5 requires all new cords incompatible with previous Apple products, Maddux is not bothered as the changes come with an improved product. A drum major for the Marching Jayhawks, the iPhone 5 helps Maddux easily send emails to the band and watch previous performances on video.
and iPhone. Whichever phone they prefer, those students are usually stronger against selecting the other type of phone, despite similar processing speeds and cost. Both the iPhone 5 and the comparable Samsung Galaxy SIII have dual core processors and cost $199 to upgrade.
"A lot of people get the iPhone, and they don't know why." Keast said. "They want it just because it's trendy."
Tyler Keast, a Sprint sales associate, said KU students are evenly divided between selecting Android
Working at both the Sprint stores in Leavenworth and at the KU Medical Center, Keast noticed medical students tend to prefer the iPhone 5 because of its reliability, while more tech savvy students select Android options.
Joe Rassmussen, a junior from Prairie Village, has used Android phones for the past two and a half years. Rassmussen prefers the versatility, widgets and customizability of his Samsung Galaxy Nexus, which he upgraded a month ago.
is more user friendly, enough so that his grandpa would have little trouble using it, but said the applications are easier to upgrade on the Android operating system
"With the iPhone, what you see is what you get," Rassmussen said. "With Android, I can make it my phone."
Rassmussen admits the iPhone
Not all students are thrilled with Android, or are vying to get the iPhone 5. Kevin Colbert, a graduate student from Kansas City, Kan., and current Android user, is due for a phone upgrade shortly.
"I will probably end up buying an iPhone soon," Colbert said. "With a two-year phone update, the iPhone4 is free. I will most likely not buy the iPhone5 however because of the $200 cost, additional associated fees and lack of new features."
While Keast still thinks the Samsung Galaxy SIII is a slightly better product than the iPhone 5, he said selecting a phone is ultimately based on a student's preference.
"If you're looking for reliability, go for iPhone," Keast said. "But if you're looking for bells and whistles, Android is the phone for you."
— Edited by Laken Rapier
Student Vice President arrested over weekend
CRIME
Brandon Woodard, a 22-year-old senior from Topeka, was pulled over during a traffic stop at 1.17 a.m. on the 200 block of West 23rd Street, said Trent McKinley, a Lawrence Police Department spokesman.
The Student Senate vice president was arrested Saturday morning and booked into Douglas County Jail on suspicion of operating under the influence.
During the stop, the officer determined Woodard had been drinking and arrested him. According to the Douglas County booking report, Woodard posted
"it's Brandon's matter, but I have complete support for him during this process,"said Student Senate President
a $500 bond and was released Saturday at 3:42 a.m.
The charges are filed through the Lawrence Municipal Court. Jerry Little, a city prosecutor, said it would take several days before the court began processing the ticket or had details to release surrounding the case.
Woodard acknowledged the charge and released a statement.
"I currently have a court date set for mid-October and have no further comment until the ruling of the court," Woodard said.
Woodard
According to Student Senate rules and regulations, senate members can be impeached and removed from office if "injury t
the integrity of the Student Senate or any of its boards or committees" is found. The bill of impeachment must be signed by one-fourth of the voting members, but Bolton said she will stand by Woodard throughout the court process.
Hannah Bolton.
CLASSIFIEDS 7
CROSSWORD 4
Rachel Salyer
CLARINET RECITAL
CRYPTOQUIPS 4
OPINION 5
SPORTS 8
SUDOKU 4
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Suzanne Tirk performs "Sonatine" by Pierre Gabaye on the clarinet accompanied by Karen Baum Schlabauh on piano Monday night in Swarthout Recital Hall. Tirk holds a Bachelor of Music Degree in clarinet performance from Lawrence University and a Master of Music degree and Doctorate of Musical Arts degree from Michigan State.
Don't forget
TRAVIS YOUNG/KANSAN
Advisers will be on Wescoe Beach tomorrow from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. for "Ask and Advisor"
Today's Weather
Sunny. Northwest wind at 10 mph.
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L0: 44
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