Kristin Weiland is a documentary film producer and writer with a background in crisis management and ethnographic research. She specializes in investigative and social impact documentary projects, and ...

So many options: From barrier methods to hormonal and long-acting devices, birth control choices are more diverse than ever, each with unique pros and cons. Effectiveness matters: Real-world ...

Women continue to carry most of the contraceptive burden while male options remain limited. Several policymakers call to ...

Millions of women rely on birth control, but understanding how different options affect overall health is key to making ...

Contraception, also known as “birth control,” is “any method, medicine, or device used to prevent pregnancy,” as defined by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). 4 There are many ...

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. They range from those that rely on ...

Perimenopausal women face increased pregnancy-related risks, necessitating continued contraceptive use until menopause is confirmed. Healthy women can use combination hormonal contraceptives until mid ...

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 ...

Scientists have developed a ­method to temporarily halt the production of sperm cells without damaging surrounding tissues – ...

Multiple sclerosis (MS) does not seem to reduce fertility, but many MS medications can harm an unborn baby, so managing your medication when you intend to become pregnant is important. Most birth ...