Contraception
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Tens of thousands of B.C. residents received free contraception in eight months, Eby saysB.C. says in the first eight months of the program, about 123,000 people have received free pill contraceptives, while 30,000 got intrauterine devices — or IUDs — without cost.HealthDec 8, 2023
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Free prescription contraception from the Manitoba government a win for one expertThe provincial NDP government is reiterating its promise to make prescription contraception free for Manitobans. One expert says that is a win for women's health.HealthNov 23, 2023
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Could prescription contraception be free in Ontario? Ford government signals willingnessOntario's minister of health has suggested she is open to an opposition proposal to amend provincial health insurance to cover contraception.HealthNov 23, 2023
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Biden to mark 1 year since Roe overturned with order to improve birth control accessPresident Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris on Friday are being endorsed by Planned Parenthood Action Fund, NARAL Pro-Choice America and Emily’s List.U.S. NewsJun 23, 2023
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Free prescribed contraception begins in B.C. on April 1. Is your method covered?Non-prescribed methods of birth control are not covered by the new program, including cervical caps, diaphragms, sponges, patches, rings and condoms.HealthMar 31, 2023
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Alberta NDP promise free birth control if electedRachel Notley said the plan would cost under $34 million a year and save an Albertan up to $10,000 over their lifetime.CanadaMar 8, 2023
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Ontario looking ‘closely’ at B.C.’s free prescription contraception plan: JonesB.C. announced in its budget last week that it would spend $119 million over three years to fund prescription contraception.HealthMar 8, 2023
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B.C.’s free contraception plan renews push for Ottawa, other provinces to follow suitObstetricians and reproductive rights advocates say other countries, including the United Kingdom, already provide free contraception as part of their health-care plans.HealthMar 1, 2023
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Male birth control drug 100% effective in mice, study shows. What about humans?An experimental drug was tested in pre-clinical trials in mice and showed 100 per cent effectiveness in preventing pregnancy, according to a new study.HealthFeb 17, 2023
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Advocates seek funding for free contraception in next B.C. budgetThe B.C. NDP promised to make prescription contraception free for all as part of its 2020 campaign, in what would be a first for a provincial government.PoliticsDec 8, 2022
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