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 ...

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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 ...

As a local sexual health educator, I hear all kinds of questions. Asking about something as personal as sex can make people feel silly, shy or even scared. I’m honored to be privy to our neighbors’ ...

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 ...

Everything you need to know about the options, medical advancements, and legal access to contraception. Without ongoing education, our knowledge about birth control is frozen in time. In The State of ...

Since the overturning of Roe v. Wade in June 2022 and the end of constitutional protection for abortion, emergency contraception has become more difficult to obtain and – more than ever – shrouded in ...

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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 ...