birth control

Migraine With Aura Can Double Stroke Risk

Health - October 27, 2009

Young women who smoke and use birth control pills are most susceptible, researchers say more >>

Abortion Down, Contraception Up: Recipe for Health Reform?

By Deborah Kotz - On Women - October 14, 2009

A new report shows that abortions have dropped worldwide because of increased use of contraception. more >>

Birth Control Pills Might Alter Mate Selection: Study

Health - October 7, 2009

Review suggests it could hinder reproduction in the future more >>

Autoimmune Disorder Linked to Stroke, Heart Attack in Women

Health - September 28, 2009

Smoking, birth control pills raise risk higher, research finds more >>

Health Buzz: Fructose-Heavy Diet Linked to Hypertension and Other Health News

By Megan Johnson - Health - September 24, 2009

5 ways to save money on birth control in a tough economy; should you volunteer for a clinical trial? more >>

Recession Has Women Rethinking Childbearing

Health - September 23, 2009

But many women are cutting back on birth control to save money, survey finds more >>

5 Ways to Save Money on Birth Control in a Tough Economy

By Deborah Kotz - On Women - September 23, 2009

Nearly half of women say they're delaying pregnancy, but some are skipping contraception to cut costs. more >>

A Birth Control Pill for Men? Bring It On!

By Bonnie Erbe - Bonnie Erbe - August 28, 2009

Birth-control pill for men is an idea well past its time. more >>

Some Birth Control Pills Safer Than Others

Health - August 13, 2009

European studies find types of hormones used raise or lower clot risk more >>

Depo Provera Shot: How to Minimize Weight Gain

By Deborah Kotz - On Women - July 24, 2009

1 in 4 women gains excessive weight from the contraceptive; how to know if you'll be one of them. more >>

Birth Control Issue

Letters and Comments - June 9, 2009

Jan C. Goss of IL in response to Bonnie Erbe: Obama Hearts the Radical Right more >>

Obama's True Colors: Appointee Opposes Abortion and Birth Control

By Bonnie Erbe - Bonnie Erbe - June 8, 2009

Winning re-election must be more important to this president than anything else. more >>

Recession's Impact on Women's Health

By Deborah Kotz - On Women - May 7, 2009

The poor economy has taken a toll on our health. New surveys reveal just how much. more >>

Testosterone Injections Offer Hope for Male Contraceptive

Health - May 5, 2009

Possible alternative to current birth control methods needs more study more >>

FDA Says 'Yes' to Plan B Morning-After Pill for 17-Year-Olds

By Deborah Kotz - On Women - April 23, 2009

No word yet on whether the agency will make it available to younger teens as well more >>

FDA Approves 'Plan B' Pill for 17-Year-Olds

Health - April 22, 2009

Decision is latest involving controversial birth-control drug more >>

USAID Asks Obama for Huge Spike in Contraceptives Funding

By Paul Bedard - Washington Whispers - April 17, 2009

Obama urged to triple international family planning budget to $1.5 billion. more >>

The Pill May Limit Muscle Gains in Women

Health - April 17, 2009

But experts say results from the small study are no reason to stop birth control more >>

Birth Control Pills Linked to Lupus Risk

Health - April 9, 2009

But doctors differ on degree of peril, saying genetics likely a key player more >>

Genetic Finding May Lead to Male Contraceptive

Health - April 3, 2009

Prospect stems from discovery of mutation affecting infertility more >>

Health Tip: Birth Control Pill Side Effects

Health - April 3, 2009

They shouldn't last more than a few months more >>

Grapefruit-Heavy Diet Helped Spur Dangerous Clot

Health - April 2, 2009

The fruit, combined with contraceptive pill and a genetic mutation, almost cost woman her leg, doctors say more >>

Rising Use of Food Stamps Shows Why Abortion, Birth Control Are Needed

By Bonnie Erbe - Bonnie Erbe - April 2, 2009

Yet another common-sense sign that abortion and birth control are smart options in this recession. more >>

Morning-After Pill for Girls of All Ages?

By Deborah Kotz - On Women - March 24, 2009

A court ruling could make Plan B available to 12-year-olds, but I worry about the health risks. more >>

Brooklyn Judge: Morning-after Pill, Plan B, Should Be Available to 17-year-olds Without Prescription

Nation & World - March 23, 2009

The judge ordered the feds to consider expanding access to women of all ages. more >>