(HealthDay News) — Venous thromboembolism (VTE) risk varies across hormonal contraceptives, according to a research letter published online Feb. 10 in the Journal of the American Medical Association.

Many effective birth control methods are safe to use while breastfeeding or chestfeeding. A healthcare professional can help you decide which option is best for you. If you’re concerned about ...

However, if you’re sexually active and you or your partner can become pregnant, it’s still important to talk with your doctor about your birth control needs. They’ll recommend whether you ...

It's common to wonder how long you can be on birth control. Whether you choose a vaginal ring, patch, intrauterine device (IUD), implant, injection, or birth control pills, you might want to know ...

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer (D) signed two bills into law earlier this week that will allow pharmacists in the state to prescribe hormonal birth control. House Bill 5436 gives Michigan ...

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed legislation Monday enabling Michigan pharmacists to prescribe hormonal contraceptives. House Bill 5436 signed by Whitmer will allow pharmacists to issue prescriptions ...

Soap star Stephanie Davis has shared that she was sobbing following the birth of her newborn son. The actor, 31 - who has starred in both Hollyoaks and Coronation Street - welcomed her son Samuel ...

If you accidentally take two birth control pills, don’t worry too much. This should not change their effectiveness against pregnancy or affect your period. Here’s what you should do next.

All types of birth control evaluated were associated with an increased risk of any cancer, and most types of birth control were associated with an increased risk of breast cancer. Note ...

Bambu Lab, a major maker of 3D printers for home users and commercial "farms," is pushing an update to its devices that it claims will improve security while still offering third-party tools ...

For decades, the responsibility of contraception has primarily fallen on women, who often endure the side effects of various contraceptive methods. The limited availability and reliability of male ...