NEW Australian-developed contraceptive jab for men, taken four times a year, has been proven to be just as effective as birth-control pills for women. It is made up of a combination of the hormones androgen and progestin - mostly testosterone and suppresses the production of sperm. picked by 2manyusernames 2 years ago

A revolutionary contraceptive patch which would mean no side effects such as mood swings, weight gain or stroke and cancer risks is being developed by scientists. The patch could be a viable alternative to the Pill but would not rely on the use of hormones to prevent ovulation. picked by AutumnLotus 2 years ago

With no side effects!!! Now why don't they create a women's contraceptive pill with no side effects? picked by musicgirldani 3 years ago

Pictured, is the alternative male contraceptive to a surgical vasectomy. Inserted via a small hole made in the scrotum, is a tiny silicone plug that blocks the tube sperm travel along in the body.
Monkey's found it reversible. picked by teaya21 3 years ago

Hopes for an effective male Pill rose last night after scientists identified a genetic defect that causes infertility in some men. picked by AutumnLotus 8 months ago

Elaine no longer has to ponder whether or not a prospective lover is "sponge-worthy". Today contraceptive sponges hit the shelves again. picked by suebe 6 months ago

A woman reported a rape to Tampa PD. They arrest her when the find a warrant for allegedly failing to make restitution for a juvenile crime. Then a holier-than-thou employee refused to give her back her second dose of the "morning-after-pill" as prescribed by her doctor. picked by 2manyusernames 3 years ago

Chile's Constitutional Court halted a government program Friday that provided the contraceptive known as the "morning-after" pill free to women and girls as young as 14. picked by muppet 2 years ago

Approval of the first oral contraceptive picked by suebe 3 years ago

Scientists have discovered a potentially marketable contraceptive in the venom of Chile's black widow spider, whose bite is fatal to many but can also cause prolonged, painful and involuntary erections in men. picked by AutumnLotus 2 years ago

A new Pilot Scheme was introduced in the UK that will make it possible for women to get the contraceptive pill without doctor's prescription. picked by maxriter 2 years ago

Though the female birth control pill—which contains hormones that prevent the ovaries from releasing eggs—has been around since 1960, men have surprisingly few of their own reversible contraceptive options, this may change however. picked by 2manyusernames 3 years ago

The contraceptive pill is polluting the environment and is in part responsible for male infertility, a report in the Vatican newspaper L'Osservatore Romano said Saturday. picked by cmgoings 11 months ago

Catholic and other religious social service groups must provide contraceptive coverage through their workplace-sponsored medical insurance programs even if they consider contraception a sin, according to Thursday's ruling by New York state's highest court. picked by robfouryqr 3 years ago

If a new brand of birth control gets approved early next year, that time of the month could become the time of, like, the decade, as it will be the first pill that will completely stop menstruation. picked by 2manyusernames 3 years ago

New outpatient procedure has a reported 98 percent efficacy rate. picked by cb__ 2 years ago

Olive baboons consume natural contraceptives that make them unattractive to males. I need to try this-I have a headache. picked by misswinkle 2 years ago

Imagine this: a birth control pill that only has to be taken as regularly as the man engages in sex, whose effects are reversible within 24 hours, and that doesn’t interfere with the man’s personal satisfaction. It's may be coming to a drug store near you. picked by ordinarychick 3 years ago

Maasai herdsmen in Kenya have turned to an age-old contraceptive device, the "olor", to protect their precious goat herds from an ongoing drought. picked by Bornbad 1 year ago

A vibrating condom has sparked a row in India, over whether it's a contraceptive or a sex toy. The pack of three condoms, branded as Crezendo, contains a battery-operated ring-like device, reports the BBC. picked by DrNothing 2 years ago