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Reproductive Health
My Birth Control Gave Me a Stroke
Given the possible side effects, consult a doctor about your health before taking birth control.
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Reproductive Health
CDC Updates Pain Management Guidelines for IUD Insertion and Removal
By Kate Daniel
Pain recommendations include oral pain relievers, local anesthetics or anti-anxiety medications.
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Reproductive Health
Texas Sues Over Title X Rule That Expands Teens’ Access to Birth Control
By Kate Daniel
The state argues a rule giving minors access to contraceptives violates a parental rights law.
Two empty packets of birth control pills lie back to back against a dark teal background.
Reproductive Health
Stopping Estrogen-Containing Birth Control Cuts Blood Clot Risk
By Kate Daniel
Research suggests the chances of a clot drop by 80 percent within two weeks of quitting.
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Reproductive Health
Is the Thermal Method Among the Natural Remedies to Prevent Pregnancy?
By Kate Daniel
It's may be possible to prevent pregnancy by slightly raising the temperature of testes.

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Reproductive Health
Morning After Pill Sales Spike in the Week Following New Year
By Kate Daniel
The emergency contraception pill has been increasingly in demand since the Dobbs decision.
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Reproductive Health
At What Age Can You Get a Vasectomy?
By David Hopper
All aspects of this life decision should be considered, including how old you are.
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Reproductive Health
What Are Potential Side Effects When You Stop Taking Birth Control?
By Xenia E.
You should anticipate changes, but what can you expect when stopping hormonal birth control?
Two joining circles show a packet of Piroxicam in pink and a box of Plan B in blue.
Reproductive Health
Plan B May Be More Effective When Taken With an Arthritis Drug
By Kate Daniel
A study's findings may indicate better solutions for people who have had unprotected sex.
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Reproductive Health
Progestin-only Pills May Be More Effective Than Previously Believed
By Kate Daniel
A new study suggests the minipill could be 98 percent effective with typical use.
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Reproductive Health
What Should You Know About Birth Control on Your College Campus?
By Xenia E.
Student health plans offer a range of contraceptive methods; off-campus options exist.
A woman in white holds a few different types of contraception in her hand.
Reproductive Health
Contraceptives Could Still Be Effective With Up to 92% Fewer Hormones
By Kate Daniel
A new study suggests hormone timing might be an undervalued factor in blocking ovulation.
A pair of hands holds a packet of contraception pills.
Reproductive Health
U.S. FDA Approves First Over-the-Counter Birth Control Pill
By Lauren Dodd
Opill (norgestrel) tablets will be available at retailers in early 2024.
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Mental Health
Can Birth Control Cause Depression?
By Xenia E.
Is depression a side effect of using birth control? Here's what the science has to say.
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Reproductive Health
Are There Risks to Taking Emergency Contraception on Birth Control?
By Xenia E.
When a birth control method fails, using emergency contraception can help prevent pregnancy.