In the complex landscape of reproductive health, emergency contraception stands as a critical option for individuals seeking to prevent unintended pregnancy. This comprehensive guide explores the ...

Demand for emergency contraception is highest after New Year’s Eve, according to a new study. (Getty Images) Sales of emergency contraception surge after New Year’s Eve, and experts say unprotected ...

The world of emergency contraception extends far beyond the familiar Plan B option that many people immediately think of when considering pregnancy prevention after unprotected sex. While Plan B ...

Emergency contraception pills have become available in stores such as 7-Eleven and Circle K even as legislators in some states have indicated they want a new level of scrutiny for contraception.

The reproductive health landscape in the U.S. keeps shifting, particularly since Roe v. Wade was overturned in 2022. Access to medications such as birth control and emergency contraception is also ...

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Between August 2022 and October 2023, the number of people filling emergency contraception prescriptions in Massachusetts spiked. Was the state experiencing an epidemic of unprotected sex? Probably ...

Convenience stores are aptly named. They’re stocked with essentials people need at all hours of the day or night, everything from a quart of milk to a package of condoms. But they haven’t stocked ...

Dermatologists should be aware of laws regarding emergency contraception in their state when prescribing isotretinoin at initial visit. Should dermatologists prescribe emergency contraception at ...

The University of Connecticut started providing Plan B through new vending machines on campus in early February following the passage of a 2023 law expanding contraception access in the state. The ...

A new state-by-state analysis estimates that 48 million women would lose guaranteed access to no-cost emergency contraception if the Project 2025 agenda were implemented. This article is part of a ...