Birth Control

Relationships

Idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH), often called pseudotumor cerebri, causes increased pressure inside the skull with symptoms such as headache, vision changes, and puls...

Health

Applying a condom correctly is one of the simplest and most effective ways to prevent pregnancy and reduce the risk of sexually transmitted infections. Done properly, condoms ar...

women-health

Apri is an oral contraceptive combination pill containing ethinyl estradiol and levonorgestrel, used to prevent pregnancy in people who menstruate when taken as directed. It bel...

reproductive-health

When used exactly as directed, combined oral contraceptives are very effective at preventing pregnancy. However, real-world use differs from perfect use: missed pills, delayed s...

contraception

The birth control pill is one of the most reversible and widely used forms of contraception, but its real-world effectiveness varies between people and how consistently it is us...

healthcare

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common endocrine condition in people with ovaries, often involving irregular or infrequent periods, elevated androgen levels, and multiple...

documentary analysis

“The Pill” documentary on Netflix is an evergreen explanatory film that traces the science, history, and social consequences of oral contraceptives. From the first FDA appro...

Health

Apri 28 is a combined oral contraceptive pill that contains ethinyl estradiol and norethindrone acetate. It is used to prevent pregnancy and, in some cases, to manage menstrual...

Health & Wellness

Condoms are a reliable, accessible method to reduce the risk of pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections when used consistently and correctly. This guide walks through how...

Health

Migraines and birth control intersect around hormone-driven changes in the brain and blood vessels. For some people, hormonal contraceptives reduce the frequency and intensity o...