Some forms of contraception do have side effects that damage health while others have not been shown to have health risks. Users considering a particular form of birth control should: make sure ...

The best birth control is the method you’re most likely to use. Here are some other things to consider as you decide. You’ve got lots of birth control options. Here’s how to get them ...

Many women worry hormonal contraceptives have dangerous side-effects including increased cancer risk. But this perception is often out of proportion with the actual risks. So, what does the ...

Family planning remains a pressing issue in Latin America, where access to contraception, education, and reproductive ...

It's a little pill with big responsibilities. But despite its primary role to prevent pregnancy, the contraceptive pill (the ...

Women aged 18 to 45 years with IBD were invited to complete a survey regarding knowledge, attitude, and beliefs about contraception.

A vasectomy is one of the most effective means of birth control. It’s a safe and quick procedure and only rarely has complications. While it can be reversed in some cases, it's not guaranteed to ...

The South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) has recommended that the product information for Medroxyprogesterone Acetate (MPA) be updated to include revised safety warnings, ...