contraception

Health news

Exclusive: At-home spit test certified as a contraceptive in Europe

The test, which uses saliva to track a hormone that plays a role in fertility, is expected to roll out across Europe this year.

19/06/2025

Health news

Women warned against using ‘skinny jabs’ whilst pregnant

The UK medicines regulator said all women taking the jabs should ensure they are using an effective form of birth control, and that pregnant women should stop taking them.

05/06/2025

Health news

Alternative to mifepristone could be used in abortions, study says

A new study found that the emergency contraception pill could be used as an alternative to mifepristone.

24/01/2025

Health news

Hormonal IUDs tied to slightly elevated breast cancer risk - study

The findings indicate that breast cancer risks with IUDs are likely similar to those with other types of hormonal birth control.

16/10/2024

Nature

Is birth control the answer to New York’s rat problem?

New York lawmakers are proposing rules to humanely drive down the population of rats and other rodents.

16/04/2024

Culture news

How is Olivia Rodrigo angering US Republicans on her US tour?

The singer recently provided contraceptive kits in Missouri, US, where almost all abortions have been banned after the overturning of Roe v. Wade.

14/03/2024

Health news

First over-the-counter birth control pill in US to soon be available

The first over-the-counter birth control pill in the US has started shipping to stores.

05/03/2024

Health news

Polish lawmakers OK morning-after pill for ages 15 and over

The move was a first step towards the easing of reproductive law in the country.

23/02/2024

Health news

Euroviews. Citizens across Europe need equal access to contraception

Contraception is key to achieving gender equality. Individuals must be able to make informed choices about their bodies and their sexual health, MEP Robert Biedroń writes.

14/02/2024

Health news

Which European countries offer birth control pills over-the-counter

After the recent approval of over-the-counter birth control in the US, here are the European countries where birth control pills can be obtained without a prescription.

20/07/2023

USA

Biden bets on reproductive rights to galvanise voters

A year after the US Supreme Court decision overturning federal abortion protections, President Joe Biden has issued an executive order aimed at strengthening access to contraception.

24/06/2023

Culture news

Culture Re-View: The pill that changed the world

9 May 1960: The birth control pill is approved in the US and a new era is born

09/05/2023

Health news

How worried should we be about the birth control pill's side effects?

From mood swings to strokes, the side effects of the pill can be serious. Doctors say the benefits outweigh the risks, but many women are unconvinced.

19/04/2023

Health news

These pioneers are testing out new methods of male contraceptive

From homemade jockstraps to a shoulder gel that slashes sperm counts, these new male contraceptives look to better share the burden of birth control.

19/04/2023

Health news

‘Game changer’: New contraceptive can switch sperm off on demand

Scientists hope their findings will pave the way to a contraceptive pill that men could take shortly before sex.

15/02/2023

World News

Euroviews. This Valentine’s Day, MEPs want you to own your right to contraception

On a day when love comes to the fore, Europeans should be aware it is time to act and fight for sexual and reproductive rights, MEPs Sophie in ‘t Veld (Renew) and Predrag Fred Matić (S&D) write.

14/02/2023

World News

Contraception in Europe, why is it only free in some EU countries?

On International Condom Day, Euronews takes a closer look at public policies governing contraception in Europe and asks the experts why differences exist between the Member States.

13/02/2023

Health news

France will make condoms free for those under 25 to fight rise in STIs

The French President hailed a “revolution” for contraception that aims to tackle a rise in sexually transmitted infections (STIs).

10/12/2022

Health news

Beyond condoms: How birth control is now becoming a male affair

From a male birth control pill to reversible vasectomy and a hormonal shoulder gel: what’s in the works for male contraceptives?

14/09/2022

Health news

Could this trial be bringing male contraceptive pills one step closer?

A daily pill shows it can make mice temporarily sterile, and researchers hope to start human trials later this year.

24/03/2022