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Contraception is already restricted in many states, and it could be the next battleground. Here's what you need to know.
State laws that outlaw abortion "from the moment of fertilization" could threaten access to IUDs an…
Andrea Michelson
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France is planning to offer free contraceptives to all young women under the age of 25 starting next year
French Health Minister Olivier Véran said the program providing free contraception to people who me…
Kelly McLaughlin
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Rite Aid and CVS are rationing purchases of emergency contraceptives to prevent shortages and stockpiling amid Roe v. Wade repeal
Retailers have witnessed high demand for over-the-counter contraception after the Supreme Court's d…
Abby Wallace
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Just 8 Republicans joined Democrats in voting to protect access to contraception. One, Nancy Mace, wore a statement on her jacket about abortion restrictions in her state.
The Republicans joined 220 Democrats in voting to protect the legal right to obtain contraceptives,…
Charles R. Davis,Bryan Metzger
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Why has the field of male contraception not seen any progress?
The condom is over 5000 years old dating back to 3000 BC but apart from that and a vasectomy the…
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Understanding the different types of emergency contraception and how to choose which is best for you
There are many different types of emergency contraception including Plan B, Ella, and the copper IU…
Elena Bruess,Olivia P. Myrick
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Plan B has a surprisingly low weight limit - here are the other emergency contraception options
If you weigh more than 155 pounds or have BMI over 25, plan B may be less effective. Here are alter…
Ava English,Lauren Demosthenes
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How to choose which type of emergency contraception is best for you and where to get it
When choosing a type of emergency contraception, consider your weight, whether you can get a prescr…
Elena Bruess,Olivia P. Myrick
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Mississippi governor twice refused to rule out banning contraception if Roe v. Wade is overturned
Gov. Tate Reeves twice dodged questions about banning contraception if Roe v. Wade was overturned i…
Bill Bostock
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Amazon is limiting purchases of Plan B 'morning-after' pills to 3 units a week amid a spike in demand after the overturn of Roe v Wade
Amazon says it's temporarily capping purchases of emergency contraceptives to 3 units per week, joi…
Samantha Delouya
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Mifepristone in Moldova: Women on Waves founder wants to use the abortion pill as contraception in the wake of Roe v. Wade reversal
Dr. Rebecca Gomperts wants to make the abortion pill accessible to every person who can become preg…
Erin Snodgrass
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A male birth control pill was 100% effective in a study on mice. Now researchers are preparing for human trials.
The pill, which works after an hour, could be more effective than condoms and the female contracept…
Amber Middleton
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Birth control was linked to breast cancer in a study. Experts explain how to decide if you should take it.
The study suggests that all types of hormonal contraceptives carry a small increased risk of breast…
Amber Middleton
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The Obama Administration Allows Religious Groups To Opt Out Of Contraception Coverage
The change comes about a year after the administration incurred a firestorm over the policy that ma…
Brett LoGiurato
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These 38 GOP senators just voted against protecting contraception. Here's why.
Republicans complained that Democrats were simply holding a show vote. But they also said they were…
Bryan Metzger
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Birth control will be free for women in France until they're 25
The measure covers birth control pills, IUDs, contraceptive patches, as well as other steroid hormo…
Sarah Al-Arshani
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Missouri health system resumes providing emergency contraception amid fears patients and staff could be prosecuted under the state's strict abortion ban
Missouri was the first state to make abortion illegal last week after the US Supreme Court overturn…
Jake Epstein
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A pharmacist who refused to fill a woman's emergency contraceptive prescription did not violate her rights, Minnesota jury rules
"I can't help but wonder about the other women who may be turned away," the plaintiff Andrea Anders…
Sarah Al-Arshani
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A first of its kind over-the-counter birth control pill is now seeking FDA approval. It comes just as the Supreme Court's Roe v. Wade decision heightens fears over contraception access.
Drug company HRA Pharma submitted an application on Monday. If approved, the pill would be the firs…