Education on birth control and its potential adverse effects is vital to women choosing the type that best suits them. Skepticism surrounding hormonal birth control has been increasing nationwide, ...

Millions of women rely on birth control, but understanding how different options affect overall health is key to making ...

How Does Mirena Work for Birth Control? Mirena is a small, flexible plastic, T-shaped system that slowly releases small amounts of a progestin hormone (levonorgestrel) into your uterus. It is the same ...

Hormonal birth control can both help and hinder chronic health conditions, depending on the specific method and the condition. Individuals with chronic conditions should consider how different birth ...

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New research suggests certain types of hormonal contraceptives are linked to a higher risk of heart attack and stroke. Estrogen-containing contraceptives — especially the vaginal ring and skin patch — ...

Birth control interactions occur when medications or supplements affect how well contraception works or increase side effects. These interactions vary depending on the type of birth control you use.