Tag: Birth Control
Number of IUD Insertions Up After ACA Contraceptive Mandate
Increase in use depends on the amount of reduction in out-of-pocket costs
ENDO: Drug Shows Promise As Effective Male Birth Control
Dimethandrolone undecanoate lowers testosterone; well tolerated, mild effects of weight gain, lower HDL
Breast CA Risk Up With Recent Hormonal Contraceptive Use
Findings from nationwide study in Denmark show small absolute increase in breast cancer risk
New ACOG Guidance on Long-Acting Reversible Contraceptives
Insertion of IUD should be offered after first-trimester uterine aspiration, on same day as abortion
Lidocaine Nerve Block Reduces Pain During IUD Insertion
Pain score lower among patients who receive lidocaine than those who receive placebo
Oral Contraceptive Use Linked to Lower Rheumatoid Arthritis Risk
Risk of RA down, especially ACPA-positive RA, where interaction with smoking was seen
ACOG Issues Guidelines for Teen Contraception Counseling
Ob-gyns should address contraceptive needs, expectations, and concerns, regardless of patient age
Birth Control Pills Recalled Due to Danger of Unintended Pregnancy
Blister pack is rotated 180 degrees within the wallet, reversing the weekly tablet orientation
CDC: United States Still Faces Too Many Repeat Teen Births
Too few teens use the most-effective birth control after having a first baby
Contraceptive Use Up for Women With Congenital Heart Disease
Barrier, oral contraception methods are preferred; <50 percent receive contraception counseling
