Contraception was politically untouchable — until now.

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.

It's only been a couple of years since the FDA approved the sale of over-the-counter birth control pills available without a prescription. A new study published today in JAMA Network Open shows this ...

Pronatalists, MAHA influencers, and social conservatives are finding common cause against contraception. The Trump ...

False information on social media about contraception and expectations about side effects can lead some young women to stop ...

Posts urging women to stop using traditional oral contraceptives are exploding online, in part due to influencers promoting them with hashtags like #stopthepill, #hormonefree and #naturalbirthcontrol.

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 ...

For many women, the transition into perimenopause can be a confusing and often frustrating time. Hormonal shifts trigger symptoms ranging from irregular cycles to hot flashes, mood changes, sleep ...

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