Birth Control News & Features
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Recall: Birth Control Pills Incorrectly Packaged
In the packages affected by the recall, the first 4 days of pills contain placebos instead of hormones. The company says the mistake may not be apparent to users.
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FDA Adds New Restrictions on Contraceptive Essure
To help curb complications tied to the permanent contraceptive implant Essure, the FDA on Monday slapped new restrictions on the sale of the device.
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IUD May Lower Cervical Cancer Risk
IUD contraceptive devices may reduce a woman's risk of cervical cancer by about a third, a new review concludes.
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Trump to End Birth Control Rule For Employer Plans
Expected move could affect access to contraception for millions of women
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60% of Single Guys Say They Handle Contraception
Most rely on condoms, but use of another method has doubled, study finds
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Technology Improves Access to Birth Control
New companies and agencies such as planned parenthood are offering women birth control through apps and websites.
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Some Pharmacies Deny Teens 'Morning After' Pill
'Mystery shopper' study found druggists refusing sales, despite FDA's removal of age limit for the contraceptive
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Recall: Birth Control Pills
Recall: Birth Control Pills
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FDA Explains Pros, Cons of Permanent Birth Control
A drawback to one form is that it isn't effective until 3 months after placement
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Male Birth Control Shot Promising, But Work Needed
Injections as effective as other contraceptives, but side effects prompted early halt of trial
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'The Pill' May Raise Depression Risk
Study also ties hormonal patches, IUDs to greater antidepressant use, especially in teens
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Vitamin D May Fall When Women Stop Birth Control
Expectant mothers or those trying to get pregnant should make sure they get enough of the nutrient, researchers say
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Put Birth Control in Place Right After Childbirth
Placement of IUD, contraceptive implant after delivery helps prevent accidental pregnancy, doctors advise
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FDA Orders 'Black Box' Warning Label on Essure
Agency says device remains 'appropriate' for many women but also cites reports of serious complications
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Natural Family Planning
How does natural family planning work? Is it right for you?
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8 Other Reasons Women Take Birth Control Pills (Besides Preventing Pregnancy)
Birth control pills can do more than prevent pregnancy. There are other reasons women take oral contraceptives.
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Permanent Birth Control: His and Her Options
If you're sure you don't want kids, find out from WebMD what's involved with permanent birth control options like vasectomy and tubal ligation.
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Stop Your Periods With Continuous Birth Control
Birth control doesn’t just prevent pregnancy. It can also help with your periods. WebMD examines which ones can lighten them -- or stop them altogether.
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Essure Birth Control Implant and Reoperation Need
Device is already under scrutiny by FDA due to complaints of complications
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Contraceptive Implant Under Microscope Amid Questions of Safety, Altered Trial Data
Essure has generated more than 5,000 complaints of serious side effects.
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FDA Looking at Essure Birth Control Device Safety
FDA Looking at Essure Birth Control Device Safety
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Newer Birth Control Pills May Slightly Raise Blood Clot Risk
Study finds effect with brands such as Yaz, Yasmin and Desogen, but risk to any one user remains very low
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Teen Use of Long-Term Contraception Rising, But Remains Low
U.S. government report says implants and IUDs are effective and safe options
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Surprise Pregnancy: Could It Happen to You?
Almost half of all pregnancies in the U.S. are unplanned. Find out how this happens so often, from user error to irregular periods.
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Use of Long-Acting Birth Control Rises Fivefold in a Decade: CDC
IUDs and implants among the safest, most effective forms of contraception, experts say
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