contraceptives

Scientists have got closer to a birth control pill for men, and it's going to be a game changer.

WASHINGTON (AP) — A 13-year-old birth control implant came under new scrutiny Thursday as federal health experts discussed a host of problems reported by women implanted with the metallic device, including chronic pain, bleeding and fatigue. The Essure implant from German manufacturer Bayer is frequently pitched to women as the only non-surgical option for permanent […]

Any woman who is or has been on birth control knows that there are some potential risks and side effects that can come along with…

A Los Angeles native is speaking out on the dangerous effects of birth control after she suffered a stroke at the age of 26, ABC reports. In…

WASHINGTON (AP) — Republicans say they’ve won an election-year victory from a Supreme Court ruling that allows some companies to opt out of providing contraception to women under the nation’s new health care law. But Democrats have also found encouragement from the ruling. They say it will be unpopular with younger voters and women who […]