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Experts Explain Why Women Are More At Risk Of Strokes Than Men
Hormonal changes caused due to pregnancy, or the use of oral contraceptives, and the longer life expectancy are some of the reasons that explain the higher incidences of strokes among women than men, said experts on World Stroke Day on Tuesday.
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Over 16 Crore Women Worldwide Have Unmet Contraceptive Needs: Study
Over 16 crore women and adolescents with need to prevent pregnancy remained without contraception in 2019, despite major increases in use at a global level since 1970, according to a study published in The Lancet journal.
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Do Birth Control Pills Cause Weight Gain? Expert Busts Myths Around Contraception
Couples mostly rely on secondary research or false notions which discourages them from using different methods of contraceptives. Here are some of the most common myths and misconceptions associated with contraception.
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Millions Of Women Face Restrictions On Their Body: UN Report
Nearly half the women in 57 countries around the world face restrictions on what they can do with their bodies, such as have sex, use contraception or seek health care, the UN said in a report Wednesday.
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World Contraception Day 2023: Know About Different Kind Of Birth Control Options
World Contraception Day 2023: Birth control options are effective only if you use them consistently and effectively. IUDs, sterilisation, and contraceptive implants require no effort on your part. Know more here.
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Post Oral Contraceptives PCOS And Acne: Here's What You Need To Know
PCOS and acne: If you have PCOS and have just gotten off oral contraceptives, then you may experience acne breakout. Here's what you need to know.
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Facebook May Know the Last Time You Had Sex, Thanks to Sexual Health Apps, Study Claims
At least two menstruation-tracking apps were sharing intimate details of users' sexual health with Facebook and other entities, according to a new report from privacy watchdog Privacy International.
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6 Lesser-Known Side Effects Of Hormonal Contraceptives All Women Should Know
While hormonal contraceptives are quite effective in terms of preventing unwanted pregnancy, they have some side-effects which can affect you on daily basis. Read here to know about them.
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Prescribe Contraceptives Only To Married Women: BJP Leader Praveen Kapoor
Delhi BJP spokesperson Praveen Kapoor has demanded the Centre's intervention in checking the advertisements on the use of "contraceptive injections" on FM radio stations in view of the safety of young girls. He has also said contraceptives should only be available to married women.
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Can Using Hormonal Contraceptives Reduce Ovarian Cancer Risk?
According to a recent study, new types of combined oral contraceptives are associated with a reduced risk of ovarian cancer. Using national prescribing and cancer registers, researchers analysed data of nearly 1.9 million Danish women aged 15-49 years between 1995 and 2014.
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6 Types Of Contraceptives You Must Know About
Contraceptives are used to prevent unwanted pregnancies. But not many people know which form of contraception would suit their purpose best. Here's a list of 6 best forms of contraceptives.
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A New Pill For Men Promises Contraception Without The Side Effects
Men have two practical choices for contraception; the condom which has a high typical use failure rate or vasectomy. But now, a new method of male contraception has been developed which will significantly reduce the mobility of sperms, without affecting hormones.
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Emergency Contraceptive Pills: Are There Any Side Effects Of Emergency Contraceptive Pills?
Emergency contraceptive pills are known as the postcoital contraceptives because they are meant to be used after sexual intercourse.
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Birth Control Pills For Men Now Found To Be Safe-Know More
Researchers have found an experimental oral contraceptive to be safe in men with hormone responses consistent with effective contraception.
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This New Male Birth Control Pill Is Safe To Use, Say Researchers
In a major step forward in the development of a once-daily "male pill", researchers have found an experimental oral contraceptive to be safe in men with hormone responses consistent with effective contraception.
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Experts Explain Why Women Are More At Risk Of Strokes Than Men
Hormonal changes caused due to pregnancy, or the use of oral contraceptives, and the longer life expectancy are some of the reasons that explain the higher incidences of strokes among women than men, said experts on World Stroke Day on Tuesday.
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Over 16 Crore Women Worldwide Have Unmet Contraceptive Needs: Study
Over 16 crore women and adolescents with need to prevent pregnancy remained without contraception in 2019, despite major increases in use at a global level since 1970, according to a study published in The Lancet journal.
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Do Birth Control Pills Cause Weight Gain? Expert Busts Myths Around Contraception
Couples mostly rely on secondary research or false notions which discourages them from using different methods of contraceptives. Here are some of the most common myths and misconceptions associated with contraception.
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Millions Of Women Face Restrictions On Their Body: UN Report
Nearly half the women in 57 countries around the world face restrictions on what they can do with their bodies, such as have sex, use contraception or seek health care, the UN said in a report Wednesday.
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World Contraception Day 2023: Know About Different Kind Of Birth Control Options
World Contraception Day 2023: Birth control options are effective only if you use them consistently and effectively. IUDs, sterilisation, and contraceptive implants require no effort on your part. Know more here.
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Post Oral Contraceptives PCOS And Acne: Here's What You Need To Know
PCOS and acne: If you have PCOS and have just gotten off oral contraceptives, then you may experience acne breakout. Here's what you need to know.
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Facebook May Know the Last Time You Had Sex, Thanks to Sexual Health Apps, Study Claims
At least two menstruation-tracking apps were sharing intimate details of users' sexual health with Facebook and other entities, according to a new report from privacy watchdog Privacy International.
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6 Lesser-Known Side Effects Of Hormonal Contraceptives All Women Should Know
While hormonal contraceptives are quite effective in terms of preventing unwanted pregnancy, they have some side-effects which can affect you on daily basis. Read here to know about them.
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Prescribe Contraceptives Only To Married Women: BJP Leader Praveen Kapoor
Delhi BJP spokesperson Praveen Kapoor has demanded the Centre's intervention in checking the advertisements on the use of "contraceptive injections" on FM radio stations in view of the safety of young girls. He has also said contraceptives should only be available to married women.
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Can Using Hormonal Contraceptives Reduce Ovarian Cancer Risk?
According to a recent study, new types of combined oral contraceptives are associated with a reduced risk of ovarian cancer. Using national prescribing and cancer registers, researchers analysed data of nearly 1.9 million Danish women aged 15-49 years between 1995 and 2014.
-
6 Types Of Contraceptives You Must Know About
Contraceptives are used to prevent unwanted pregnancies. But not many people know which form of contraception would suit their purpose best. Here's a list of 6 best forms of contraceptives.
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A New Pill For Men Promises Contraception Without The Side Effects
Men have two practical choices for contraception; the condom which has a high typical use failure rate or vasectomy. But now, a new method of male contraception has been developed which will significantly reduce the mobility of sperms, without affecting hormones.
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Emergency Contraceptive Pills: Are There Any Side Effects Of Emergency Contraceptive Pills?
Emergency contraceptive pills are known as the postcoital contraceptives because they are meant to be used after sexual intercourse.
-
Birth Control Pills For Men Now Found To Be Safe-Know More
Researchers have found an experimental oral contraceptive to be safe in men with hormone responses consistent with effective contraception.
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This New Male Birth Control Pill Is Safe To Use, Say Researchers
In a major step forward in the development of a once-daily "male pill", researchers have found an experimental oral contraceptive to be safe in men with hormone responses consistent with effective contraception.
