Existing rules say birth control should be covered in some way, but many people are still paying out-of-pocket.

For a household of two people, it is $40,880.) Opill is a daily progestin-only pill, also known as a “mini-pill.” Progestin-only pills work by thickening the mucus at the entrance of the uterus so ...

In July 2023, the FDA approved Opill—a progestin-only birth control pill—for over-the-counter sale, making it the first oral contraceptive available without a prescription. It is expected to ...

Earlier this year, the United States got its first over-the-counter birth control — Opill, which retails at $19.99 a month, a ...

One is the combination birth control pill, which contains both estrogen and progestin. The second is a pill that contains only progestin. Opill is the second type of pill and contains only progestin.

“Today, my Administration is taking a major step to expand contraception coverage under the Affordable Care Act. This new ...

The Logistics of Starting, Including When and How to Take Your First Pill Whether you’re sexually active and looking to avoid ...

Oral contraceptives, certain pregnancy complications, and early menopause can all increase the risk of a first stroke. But ...

Progestin-only oral contraceptives prescribed or dispensed at discharge from the hospital to be started 2-3 weeks postpartum (e.g., the first Sunday after the newborn is 2 weeks old). Depot ...

A recent study has, for the first time, looked at how hormonal intrauterine device (IUD) use can affect a person's risk of ...

Because you may need more than just diapers and wipes. It’s no secret that having a baby can come with a long to-do list.

For women with these antibodies, progestin-only birth control methods, such as the mini-pill, the Depo-Provera® shot, or Implanon® are alternatives. Implanon, a matchstick-sized, hormone-based ...