An intrauterine device, better known as an IUD, is a form of birth control that is inserted into the uterus, where it sits above the cervix. There are two forms of this contraception: hormonal and ...

An IUD, or intrauterine device, is a type of long-acting reversible contraception (LARC), and one of the most effective birth control options available. In addition to having a failure rate of less ...

A recent study in The Lancet confirmed that a woman's choice of contraception does not increase her chances of contracting ...

That tiny T-shaped device has caused quite a stir on social media lately, with myths and misconceptions spreading faster than facts, but here’s the thing, IUDs have actually been around for over a ...

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 ...

Synthetic hormones in birth control can deplete vital nutrients and put extra stress on your liver and gut. Making targeted dietary changes can significantly lower common side effects like bloating, ...

A young woman in a TikTok video unfolds a drug information package insert, revealing a paper large enough to cover her curled up body. “When they forget to give you a blanket but you brought your ...

I can hardly remember a time when I wasn’t on birth control. Doctors put me on the pill at 16 to help manage the agonisingly heavy periods that had plagued me since I was 11 years old. For me, getting ...