Expertise from Forbes Councils members, operated under license. Opinions expressed are those of the author. Novel methods of contraception are being introduced. For example, ZabBio is designing a ...

Your years at university present a unique time of spontaneous interactions. This exploration should come with the knowledge and power to control your reproductive health. You might be considering ...

In 2016, a two-hormone birth control method for men made headlines. The injection showed promise, but Stage II trial was stopped after an independent review panel found the drug had “too many side ...

New digital contraceptive methods, such as apps or wearables to determine fertile days, are gaining in popularity. University of Amsterdam medical anthropologist Ellen Algera and her colleagues ...

It’s a weird time to talk about contraceptives. Here's what the debate is missing.

When choosing a contraceptive method, consider safety and effectiveness, accessibility and affordability, side effects, user control, reversibility, and ease of removal or discontinuation. Also ...

“Since most physicians don’t know that this is an option, patients don’t know about it. It’s safe, effective, and puts the ...

New research highlights low uptake of postpartum contraception despite clear benefits for maternal and reproductive health. Learn more ...

Most vaginally inserted methods have limited availability and use despite offering characteristics that align with many women’s stated preferences (e.g., nonhormonal and/or on demand). The objective ...

Long-acting reversible contraception are now a first-line option for teens. Sept. 21, 2012— -- A leading group of physicians who advise on women's health has issued new guidelines recommending ...

Contraception is a cornerstone of reproductive health, enabling individuals to make informed decisions about family planning ...