Last week, the Institute of Medicine, an independent medical authority, recommended that birth control – more specifically, the full range of FDA approved contraceptives – be among the services ...

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.

As misinformation about women’s health spreads faster than ever, doctors say new research on the risks of hormonal birth control underscores the challenge of communicating nuance in the social media ...

Natural family planning, barriers, hormonal methods, copper IUDs, and permanent sterilization have varying degrees of effectiveness. Family planning involves tracking fertility cycles and sexual ...

There are pros and cons for every kind of contraception. Learn which are the most effective and what is the best option for ...

Birth control or contraception is important for adults of all ages. However, choosing the right method of birth control is just as important for people over the age of 40. As women get older, their ...

Most forms of birth control require storage in dry, cool places at room temperature. Direct sunlight and extreme temperatures may cause them to break down and become less effective. Prolonged periods ...

The spread of medical misinformation on social media has resulted in misconceptions about the safety and efficacy of hormonal birth-control methods. The long-standing lack of physician transparency ...

Medically reviewed by Renita White, MD Key Takeaways Birth control can sometimes cause rashes due to hormones or allergies.

After decades of false starts, researchers say they are finally making progress on a long-acting and reversible birth control option for men.Related video above: Doctor discusses first ...

Remember that “Ozempic babies” boom that made headlines this past spring? That news was related to the fact that the drug can have an impact on birth control and fertility, leading to some surprise ...

As social media and wellness podcasters bombard young women with messages about the pill, many are questioning what they’ve long been told. As social media and wellness podcasters bombard young women ...