Contraception is not just about preventing an unwanted pregnancy. Experts say it’s also an important part of adolescent ...

This could be a tough pill to swallow. Scientists in Denmark examined the heart attack and stroke risks associated with vaginal rings, skin patches, IUDs, implants inserted under the skin, injections, ...

Natural family planning, barriers, hormonal methods, copper IUDs, and permanent sterilization have varying degrees of effectiveness. Family planning involves tracking fertility cycles and sexual ...

Birth control interactions occur when medications or supplements affect how well contraception works or increase side effects. These interactions vary depending on the type of birth control you use.

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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 ...

The U.S. contraceptive market offers growth opportunities through increased modern contraceptive use and awareness, supported by government initiatives. Key areas include product innovation (e.g., ...

The NFHS-6 survey shows a decline in the use of modern contraceptive methods among married women in India and a rise in traditional family planning methods. Experts have expressed concern, warning tha ...

India's reliance on traditional contraceptive methods is increasing, as shown in the NFHS-6. This shift coincides with declining modern contraceptive use, dropping from 56.4% to 52.7%. Experts ...