The Pill was legalized 50 years ago, but experts say we can still improve contraceptive access
The Pill has had a “tremendous impact” on Canadian society and the lives of women since it was legalized 50 years ago, experts say. Continue reading
Birth Control
Teen birth control pill use linked to adult depression, but don’t ditch them yet: experts
This isn’t the first time researchers have looked at a possible link between the two, but one expert says women should take the study with a grain of salt. Continue reading
The current way oral birth control is prescribed can be costly, ineffective: study
The pill is typically dispensed in three-month increments, but researchers say there’s a better way. Continue reading
Vasectomies continue to rise in popularity, says Winnipeg doc
One Winnipeg doctor says he’s seeing a steady influx of patients who want a quick, easy and permanent birth control solution. Continue reading
Canadian youth need access to free contraceptives: Canadian Paediatric Society
The Canadian Paediatric Society says all contraceptives, including condoms, should be free to people under 25. Continue reading
Birth control prices to climb at Middlesex London Health Unit
The health unit says there isn’t anything it can do about the price increase and is chalking it up to an increase in manufacturing costs. Continue reading
‘The migraines stopped’: Why more women have gone off birth control pills
The number of Canadian women taking birth control pills has dropped in recent years. Continue reading
You can skip the sugar pills in your birth control, and choose to have fewer periods
There is no medical reason to have a period every month if you’re on the Pill, doctors say, and many women use birth control pills to have fewer periods. Continue reading
Judge blocks Trump rules on birth control in 13 states including California, New York
“Today’s court ruling stops another attempt by the Trump Administration to trample on women’s access to basic reproductive care,” California’s attorney general said. Continue reading
IUDs best birth control for teens: Paediatric Society
By Cami Kepke Reporter
“So, somebody comes into your office wanting birth control, why are you giving them the birth control pill when there’s something that is 20 times better?” Continue reading