No birth control method is a guarantee against pregnancy, and some types work better than others. Missing a dose or taking birth control with certain medications may increase your risk of pregnancy.

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Education on birth control and its potential adverse effects is vital to women choosing the type that best suits them. Skepticism surrounding hormonal birth control has been increasing nationwide, ...

New Delhi: Evaluating and choosing the right birth control method goes beyond preventing pregnancy; it’s all about taking charge of your reproductive health, managing hormonal imbalances, menstrual ...

Editor's note: This article originally appeared on UNC Health Care's Health Talk blog. If you’ve ever wondered what kind of birth control your female gynecologist uses, wonder no more: It’s likely to ...

The most common side effects of birth control methods are minor and temporary. But it’s important to be aware of the more serious risks, too, before you choose a contraceptive method. While birth ...

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 ...