Background: Lifestyle factors significantly impact overall health. Our aim was to
assess reproductive health awareness among patients who applied for emergency contraceptive
pills. Methods: This present retrospective observational study between July 2021 and
September 2021 is embedded in the MEEC (Motivation and Epidemiology of Emergency Contraceptive
Pill) based on the study cohort of a Hungarian data bank containing follow-up data
of 447 women who applied for EC telemedicine consultation. Collected data: age, history
of previous pregnancy, lifestyle factors like smoking, alcohol consumption, sexual
characteristics: partner consistency and protection during intercourse, cervical cancer
screening within the past 2 years, previous HPV screening, and the preference for
future contraceptive methods. The investigation also compiled accurate data on intercourse
(elapsed time to request a medical consultation). Lifestyle factors were scored. Results:
The more health-conscious patients were quicker to report for a post-event pill. Earlier
pregnancies and older age were associated with greater reproductive health awareness.
Conclusions: Reproductive health awareness is increased by previous pregnancies and
older age. More health-conscious women consult a doctor earlier, which can reduce
the chance of various health damage. Our study emphasizes the significance of lifestyle
factor influence on reproductive health decisions.
