unprotected sex
Britishnoun
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On effective antiretrovirals, they can’t pass on the virus, even through unprotected sex, and can expect normal lifespans.
From Slate ● Jan. 31, 2025
Scientists tracked 836 women at a Hong Kong clinic between 2018 and 2022 who had unprotected sex and requested emergency contraception within three days.
From Seattle Times ● Aug. 16, 2023
The commonly used over-the-counter drug contains the synthetic hormone, progestin, which can prevent pregnancy if taken as soon as possible after having unprotected sex.
From Washington Post ● Apr. 21, 2023
Infertility, according to the NHS, is when a couple cannot conceive despite having unprotected sex regularly.
From BBC ● Apr. 4, 2023
The drugs, often called the morning-after pill, can prevent pregnancy if taken after unprotected sex.
From The Verge ● Jun. 28, 2022
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