When you hear the term “birth control,” the Pill probably springs to mind, followed by methods that are growing in popularity, like intrauterine devices and the Nexplanon implant. But there's a slew ...

ORLANDO, Fla., June 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Drugwatch.com, a consumer watchdog health organization, has published findings from a survey of over 450 women (ages 18-70) on their birth control use.

AUSTIN (KXAN) — An upcoming lecture at the University of Texas is exploring the less talked about impacts of birth control on a woman’s body. The Hot Science Cool Talks lecture, taking place Nov. 15 ...

The most common side effects of birth control methods are minor and temporary. But it’s important to be aware of the more serious risks, too, before you choose a contraceptive method. While birth ...

Medically reviewed by Femi Aremu, PharmD Birth control pills are a highly effective way to prevent pregnancy when taken correctly. But some foods, drinks, and supplements can affect how well the pill ...

Birth control doesn’t just affect reproduction it influences the entire hormonal communication system. This article explores ...

Many women begin their birth control journey during their teenage years, often to manage heavy periods or other health issues. For instance, one woman started taking the pill at 16 to alleviate severe ...

Both men and women are responsible for pregnancy, yet the burden of preventing it often falls on one gender. Women can choose from a variety of options to control fertility while for generations, men ...

Annovera (segesterone acetate/ethinyl estradiol) is a brand-name vaginal ring that’s prescribed as birth control in adults and adolescents. As with other drugs, Annovera can cause side effects, such ...

Essure birth control was first approved in 2002. — -- U.S. regulators said they would review a popular birth control implant device at a panel this week following multiple complaints. The implant ...