Contraception

October 13, 2020

Although hypertension is a modifiable risk factor for cardiovascular disease (CVD), certain hormonal contraceptives increase the risk of stroke and myocardial infarction in women with the disorder.

October 02, 2020

Oral contraceptive pills are a popular choice for many; providers should understand the options to guide patients effectively.

September 14, 2020

An overwhelming 84% of young women in the United States who reported using contraception chose their method based on factors other than provider recommendation, according to a survey.

August 12, 2020

Yesterday, on August 11, 2020, the FDA posted the first spreadsheet of adverse event reports.

August 06, 2020

Transgender and nonbinary people face disproportionate rates of stigma and discrimination in seeking healthcare—and may encounter additional unique barriers in attaining gynecologic and reproductive care.

August 03, 2020

Ensuring access to safe and effective contraception for postpartum women is an important national goal for India because only one-quarter of the country’s postpartum population is using contraception.

July 28, 2020

The American Academy of Pediatrics has released new information to improve long-acting reversible contraception (LARC) access for teenagers.

July 16, 2020

New research suggests levonorgestrel IUDs are successful in treating adolescents with HMB and AUB.

July 09, 2020

“This wouldn’t have happened if I was still in Brazil!” exclaimed my patient.

June 24, 2020

Rates of depression at 6 weeks postpartum among adolescents and young adults (AYA) were significantly lower in those initiating immediate postpartum etonogestrel (ENG) implants compared to other birth control methods, according to new research.