Contraception
Conference Coverage
Unintended pregnancies fewer with Mirena vs. copper IUD
Key clinical point: The adjusted risk of unintended pregnancy was 84% lower with levonorgestrel-releasing IUDs than with copper IUDs. Major...
Commentary
Contraception for adolescents
News
AAP issues new teen contraception and sexual health guidelines
News
Study: Patient costs for contraceptives sharply decreasing
Key clinical point: According to researchers, the ACA’s contraceptive coverage guarantee has played a role in eliminating out-of-pocket costs...
Conference Coverage
Estrogen-containing OCs cloud measurement of ovarian reserve
Key clinical point: Estrogen-containing oral contraceptive use is linked with significantly reduced levels of ovarian volume, antral follicle...
News
HHS loosens contraception rules for employers who object
News
Combined hormonal contraception raises VTE risk fivefold
Key clinical point: Combined hormonal contraception increases the risk of VTE, especially in women with certain thrombophilic genotypes.Major...
News
Recent use of oral contraceptives linked to breast cancer
Key clinical point: Recent use of oral contraceptives may increase breast cancer risk.Major finding: Oral contraceptive use within the prior year...
News
Hormonal birth control linked to gestational diabetes
Key Clinical Point: Use of hormonal birth control may raise the risk of gestational diabetes.Major finding: Missouri women who used hormonal birth...