Other resources
Accessing information and services related to contraception is important for making informed choices about sexual and reproductive health. Here is an overview of available resources in Norway that can help you with questions about contraception.
Public health authorities
Helsenorge.no
• The website provides reliable information about all types of contraception and how they are used.
• Also offers information on rights and reimbursement schemes for contraception in Norway.
Folkehelseinstituttet (FHI)
• Offers statistics and research on contraceptive use in Norway.
• Information on public health aspects of contraception.
Helsestasjoner og skolehelsetjenesten
•Health centers offer free counseling and guidance on contraception for youth and young adults.
• The school health service provides access to nurses who can offer information and prescriptions for contraception.
• The student health service provides access to healthcare professionals who can offer information and guidance.
• The midwife in your municipality can assist you with counseling and follow-up.
General practitioners and gynecologists
• General practitioners can provide advice on which contraceptive methods are best suited for you, based on your health.
• They can prescribe hormonal contraceptives and refer you to specialists for more advanced contraceptive methods.
Pharmacies
• Pharmacy staff can provide information about various contraceptive methods and assist with the purchase of over-the-counter options such as condoms and morning-after pills.
• They also offer guidance on the use of hormonal contraceptive methods.
Other services
Olafiaklinikken
Olafia Clinic offers counseling, testing, examination, and treatment of sexually transmitted infections at Oslo University Hospital.
Sex og samfunn
Center for Youth Sexuality. At Sex og samfunn, if you are under 25 years old, you can receive counseling, a prescription for contraception, and get tested for sexually transmitted infections.
Ung.no
Public information channel for youth. Provides answers to what you are wondering about.
Zanzu
Information about sex and relationships in Arabic, English, Farsi, French, Norwegian, Polish, Somali, Tigrinya, and Turkish, aimed at immigrants and others with a short residency period.
How to choose the right resource?
When considering which resources to use, it may be helpful to ask yourself the following questions:
- What are my needs? Whether you need information, a prescription, or guidance.
- Which services are most accessible to me? Consider geographical proximity and whether digital access is an option.
- What type of information or support do I need? Whether you require a confidential conversation or specific medical advice.
Finding the right information and help can make it easier to make informed decisions about contraception and sexual health. Don’t hesitate to contact a professional if you have questions or need guidance.
Amathea
Amathea is a free healthcare service for everyone, offering free counseling on sexual health and contraception. We provide consultation services via video, phone, chat, or in-person at one of our offices in Norway.
Need someone to talk to?
At Amathea, you will meet healthcare professionals with extensive expertise in contraception, including the insertion and removal of contraceptives. We are a neutral healthcare service, have a duty of confidentiality, and are here to assist you in your situation. You can come alone, with your partner, or with the person you are pregnant with.
All our services are free. We offer conversations in Norwegian and English, and for other languages, we arrange an interpreter. A conversation lasts about an hour, and you can meet with us via video, phone, or at one of our offices. How many conversations you need is entirely up to you.