A new study confirmed combination birth control pills cut menstrual pain. Jan. 18, 2012— -- Birth control pills relieve pain associated with menstruation, a 30-year Swedish study found. The ...

For many women, taking the contraceptive pill is an easy and effective way to prevent getting pregnant. It's physically non-invasive, and all you have to do is remember to take the tablet at more or ...

Birth control pills are widely used by a range of women as a contraceptive method, to manage hormonal imbalances and also to ...

Forget alcohol — birth control pills could lower your inhibitions. New research out of Canada suggests daily contraceptives could thin regions of the brain responsible for decision-making and impulse ...

As researchers that have supported building evidence around contraceptive safety, effectiveness and interests, we were thrilled when the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced they had ...

Inconsistent use of oral contraceptives (OCs) exposes women to risks of unintended pregnancy. This study explored women's self-described reasons for missed OC pills. Data from diary cards completed by ...

Birth control pills are very safe, so taking too many at once usually won't have serious health consequences. Here's when to ...

When choosing a type of emergency contraception, consider your weight, whether you can get a prescription, and the time since unprotected sex.

Despite widespread efforts to improve OC compliance, the results from this study suggest that the majority of OC users continue to miss active hormonal pills. Moreover, nearly a quarter of missed pill ...