It's only been a couple of years since the FDA approved the sale of over-the-counter birth control pills available without a prescription. A new study published today in JAMA Network Open shows this ...

While there are many forms of birth control that use progestin, "no increased meningioma risk has been found with combined ...

If you're on PCOS medication, you may be confused if it's safe to consume alcohol. A gynaecologist reveals whether it's worth ...

The pharma giant announced that the Food and Drug Administration approved its new safety warning label for Depo-Provera — Pfizer’s birth control injection that has been a subject of controversy as ...

Abortion rights advocates participating in a protest outside of the U.S. Supreme Court Building on June 24, 2024 in Washington, DC. Image: Anna Moneymaker (Getty Images) The U.S. Supreme Court’s ...

Long-term birth control use can temporarily affect your hormone rhythm, ovulation and cycle regularity. While it's a safe and effective method of contraception, it's essential to be aware of potential ...

Side effects are possible with any contraceptive. However, popular myths and misconceptions have led many to believe that the risks of certain side effects are more likely than the evidence suggests.

Birth control pills, implants, and intrauterine devices (IUDs) are highly effective at preventing pregnancy, but people in larger bodies may have different experiences with birth control than those in ...

A birth control ring is a small and flexible ring a person inserts into their vagina. The ring releases hormones that prevent pregnancy. The birth control ring is a type of hormonal contraception.