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Teens in Search of Birth Control Have Embraced the Hormonal Implant

Source:

New York Times

The hormonal implant, a long-acting reversible contraceptive, is an increasingly popular choice among teenagers, according to data published last week from the CDC.

Topic

Obstetrics-Gynecology
How To Keep Taking Your Hormonal Birth Control on Time When Changing Time Zones on a Long-Haul Trip

Source:

Well and Good

If you have a long-haul trip on the horizon that involves changing time zones, you're likely making some kind of preparation for that trip.

Topic

Obstetrics-Gynecology
Why does IUD insertion hurt so much? Doctors don't always warn about pain

Source:

Today.com

As a jolt of pain shot through her body, Shona Spencer felt faint. A nurse started fanning her, as her doctor finished inserting her intrauterine device.

Topic

Obstetrics-Gynecology
How to find the best birth control method for you

Source:

Yahoo Lifestyle

There are so many options when it comes to birth control — from condoms and oral contraceptives to vaginal rings, implants, and IUDs — that it can be hard to know which one to choose.

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Women's Health