The teen birth rate in the U.S. has been declining consistently for more than 30 years, despite the fact that the number of teenage girls having sex has not changed since at least 2002. A new report ...

In the 1970s, the contraceptive pill was the most frequently used method of contraception in Western countries; in Germany, for example, one in three women used "the pill." It is safe and reliable, ...

There are many different kinds of birth control—and even more factors contributing to decisions about the best birth control method for you or your partner. Some methods rely on the hormone progestin ...

The formula for Oregon men’s basketball’s offense is simpler than the Ducks have made it look this season. When the Ducks work the ball to... While there are numerous methods of birth control, medical ...

Birth control methods like the pill and intrauterine device (IUD) are very effective at preventing pregnancy, and they're generally safe. But not all of these methods are right for everyone. If you ...

A report by Pinky Promise reveals that young Indian women increasingly rely on emergency contraceptives due to easier accessibility, despite seeking sustained methods. Among over 5,200 analyzed ...

Editor’s note: This story was updated July 13, 2023, to reflect the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s approval of a nonprescription birth control pill. For the first time, people in the United ...

If used correctly and consistently, natural contraceptives can reduce the chances of pregnancy. This could be due to concerns about side effects from drugs or a desire to live a more organic lifestyle ...

As someone on a journey to zero-waste, Kate Hall struggled to find the perfect contraceptive. The packaging of the pill left behind plastic waste, and she was forced to abandon the birth control ...

The type of birth control you use can affect the frequency and severity of your migraine episodes. There are many types of birth control available. Some include hormones, and others don’t. Selecting a ...