Rare is the cultural object that can co-opt unmodified the very category of which it is a part: Even the Bible is referred to ...

Experts say contraceptive pills do not affect everyone the same way. Breast and cervical cancer risks may rise slightly, ...

The combined pill can also be used for heavy bleeding, period pain, endometriosis and some hormone-linked symptoms, but ...

The combined oral contraceptive pill, also known as “The Pill” is under scrutiny on social media platforms such as TikTok, ...

Researchers are testing male contraceptive pills, gels, and injections, but safety, pregnancy prevention, and reversibility ...

Reversible male hormonal contraception could reach the market within five to 10 years. But why has this development been so slow?

A new study finds that young women using combined oral contraceptives show significantly higher fasting glucose and ...

Medicine mix-ups happen at home. A man may swallow his partner’s pill by mistake. Others wonder if the pill could work for ...

The first female oral contraceptive was approved by the US Food and Drug Administration in 1960. In the 65 years since its inception, it has become a commonly used drug. The same cannot be said for ...

The image is for illustrative purposes only📷The 10th installment covers medical and lifestyle news from February 2, 2026.

Nearly a third of women with epilepsy prescribed hormonal contraceptives also receive enzyme-inducing ASMs, despite ...

The Greek philosopher Aristotle is thought to be the first person to propose using natural chemicals such as cedar oil, lead ointment, or frankincense oil as spermicides.