The most common formulation of birth control pills has been linked to a doubling of relative risk of heart attack and stroke, a new study finds.

This could be a tough pill to swallow. An estimated 250 million women worldwide are believed to use some form of hormonal contraception. Past research has suggested a link between the use of synthetic hormones to prevent pregnancy and an increased risk of stroke and heart attack.

A Danish study highlights the increased risk of heart attack and ischemic stroke associated with certain hormonal contraceptives like vaginal rings, s

Birth control has been a great tool for planning and helping people figure out their family goals. But like many other medications, birth control pills also have a lot of side effects, research has also shown that could have a big effect on the heart health of women.

BMJ study finds non-oral combined contraceptives to carry the highest risk, but doctors advise women against stopping birth control

A recent study found that vaginal rings and even skin patches had used the same combination of hormones that pose similar health risks.