The modern landscape of reproductive health has evolved dramatically in recent years, with innovative technologies reshaping how people approach birth control. Among these advancements, a remarkable ...

The vaginal contraceptive ring represents one of the more recent innovations in hormonal birth control, offering a unique delivery system that combines convenience with effectiveness. Unlike daily ...

Oura, maker of a health tracking ring, announced a partnership with birth control app Natural Cycles to use its wearable to monitor body temperature changes. Users will be able to sync temperature ...

The 39 million U.S. women who use contraception got a new option in October 2001 when the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the first vaginal contraceptive ring (NuvaRing). The vaginal ring ...

New research suggests certain types of hormonal contraceptives are linked to a higher risk of heart attack and stroke. Estrogen-containing contraceptives — especially the vaginal ring and skin patch — ...

Nothing’s scarier than a pregnancy scare — that is, if that’s not what you want in this stage of life. If you’re currently being intimate with a partner, it’s important to practice safe sex practices ...

Pharmacists in New Jersey can begin giving birth control pills, patches, rings and injectable contraceptives without a prescription, marking a major shift in women's health care, state officials ...

Shorter-acting birth control options must be maintained on a more regular basis, from daily to tri-monthly. The birth control patch (norelgestromin/ethinyl estradiol) must be applied weekly. Options ...

There are many different kinds of birth control—and even more factors contributing to decisions about the best birth control method for you or your partner. Some methods rely on the hormone progestin ...

Discussing the pros and cons of hormonal birth control with your doctor can help inform your decision about which contraceptive method is best for you. New research suggests certain types of hormonal ...