The Pill
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Can ‘the pill’ affect mood? Why some women are ditching their birth controlMoodiness is one of the most common side effects reported by those taking the pill, and though the supporting evidence is mounting, scientific literature can’t confidently say why.LifestyleAug 25, 2023
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The Pill was legalized 50 years ago, but experts say we can still improve contraceptive accessThe Pill has had a "tremendous impact" on Canadian society and the lives of women since it was legalized 50 years ago, experts say.HealthSep 26, 2019
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Hormone pills don’t shorten the lives of older post-menopausal women: studyDespite previous research linking hormone pills to increased risk of death due to breast cancer and heart disease, new follow-up study finds no such link.HealthSep 13, 2017
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Reality check: Does the birth control pill protect women from cancers?New research suggests that the birth control pill can help prevent ovarian, bowel and endometrial cancers. But do other researchers agree?HealthMar 23, 2017
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Birth control should be free for Canadians, NDP MP saysPrescription birth control should be free in Canada, according to New Democrat MP Irene Mathyssen, who is lobbying the Liberals to adopt her new motion and make it law.CanadaOct 25, 2016
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Women’s birth control linked to greater chance of depression: studyNew research suggests women's birth control — like the pill, patch, and IUD — is tied to an increased risk of depression.HealthOct 4, 2016
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Donald Trump says birth control should be available without a prescriptionRepublican nominee Donald Trump said that, for many women, obtaining a prescription can be challenging, and he believes women should be able to obtain birth control without one.PoliticsSep 15, 2016
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Birth control and vitamin D: what women trying to get pregnant should knowGetting off the pill in hopes of having a baby? A new study suggests you may encounter a side effect that could actually reduce your chance of pregnancy.HealthAug 8, 2016
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Another way the birth control pill may be messing with your emotionsWe already know the pill can cause a roller-coaster of emotions. But new research claims it may also have another unwanted side effect.HealthJul 18, 2016
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