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 ...

A new study published in Neuropsychopharmacology suggests that the use of oral contraceptives may influence how the brain regulates fear responses in safe environments. The research indicates that ...

Share on Pinterest Hormonal birth control has been associated with stroke and heart attack risk, but the overall risk remains low. SDI Productions/Getty Images New research suggests combined oral ...

A birth control ring is a small and flexible ring a person inserts into their vagina. The ring releases hormones that prevent pregnancy. The birth control ring is a type of hormonal contraception.

Depo-Provera has been used by millions of women as a convenient and long-lasting contraceptive option. However, recent concerns have emerged about a possible link between the long-term use of these ...

Teenagers are more likely to keep using IUDs than stick to their birth control pills. Using IUDs rarely leads to teenage pregnancies after continuous use. Pain during IUD insertion is a common concern ...