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March 15, 2026Women s HealthOpen Access

Exploring access to desired and appropriate contraception during incarceration: A qualitative description of the experiences of women in custody in Ontario, Canada

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ENEmily T. NorrisJGJessica GaberJZJulia Zhu

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Overview

Qualitative analysis of barriers to contraceptive services in women, revealing need for education and improved access.

Key Points

  • This research aimed to understand how women in custody prefer to access contraceptive services and education.
  • Qualitative descriptive methodology was employed using a content analysis approach.
  • Five focus groups were conducted with women aged 18–49 with prior incarceration experience.
  • Four groups were held in a correctional facility for women and one online for community participants.
  • Participants indicated a strong desire for contraceptive education during incarceration.
  • Barriers to accessing contraception included long wait times and negative attitudes from staff.
  • Desire for care from a qualified women's health clinician, not employed by the jail, was expressed.

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Norris et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69b5ff5c83145bc643d1bda1https://doi.org/10.1177/17455057261432612
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