Oregon Health Plan members can now get over-the-counter birth control and emergency contraception at pharmacies, for free and without a prescription required.

The most common side effects of birth control methods are minor and temporary. But it’s important to be aware of the more serious risks, too, before you choose a contraceptive method. While birth ...

Plenty of people have sex with no intention of having a baby, and there are more options than ever to prevent a pregnancy. Heres a quick and easy guide to birth control options, including the pros and ...

With the continued attacks against abortion care, the ability to access effective, affordable birth control is more important than ever—but sometimes that’s easier said than done! Every body is ...

As misinformation about women’s health spreads faster than ever, doctors say new research on the risks of hormonal birth control underscores the challenge of communicating nuance in the social media ...

Sophia Harris first got on birth control pills at age 10 to manage “out of control” hormone fluctuations. Harris, 27, stayed on the pill until around 25 but decided to switch to an intrauterine device ...

This is a Kentucky Lantern story republished under Creative Commons. See more from Kentucky Lantern here. Sophia Harris first got on birth control pills at age 10 to manage “out of control” hormone ...

A growing coalition of conservatives are speaking out against hormonal birth control, while promoting a more “natural” alternative. A growing coalition of conservatives are speaking out against ...

The Gazette offers audio versions of articles using Instaread. Some words may be mispronounced. This story first appeared in Healthy You - November 2025, The Gazette’s quarterly health publication.

Education on birth control and its potential adverse effects is vital to women choosing the type that best suits them. Skepticism surrounding hormonal birth control has been increasing nationwide, ...