Emergency contraception methods, like Plan B, help prevent pregnancy up to five days after having unprotected sex. (Photo: Getty Images) Although emergency contraception has been around for years — ...

The line between a happy accident and screaming 'oh god, oh f**k I really should have worn a condom' in a blind panic is quite clear, so a new contraceptive could really help some men avoid landing ...

If you tell your GP you’re sexually active but don’t want children, you’ll more than likely be offered the pill, the coil or the implant as a form of contraception. But women looking for a more ...

With the wealth of information available nowadays at the mere click of a button, it's astounding to hear how many sexual health misconceptions are still flying around. So to mark Sexual Health ...

Hormone-free contraceptive options are on the rise, with the likes of apps such as Natural Cycles and copper-based Intrauterine Devices (IUDs) being opted for more than ever. Many cite not wanting to ...

Women on hormonal contraception are 20 to 30 per cent more likely to get breast cancer, according to a new study. But cancer charities have said “the risk is small”. Let’s take a look. What is the ...

What ethical issues do doctors or other medical professionals face when giving contraceptive advice? Their primary concern should always be the welfare of the patient concerned. This goes hand in hand ...

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