Contraception
-
The biggest contraception myths Indian women still believe and what doctors want you to know
Health | Feb 26, 2026, 08:27 PM ISTContraception is no longer just about preventing pregnancy. It has become central to women’s health, career planning, and reproductive autonomy in modern India. A gynecologist explains how different birth control methods work, why counselling matters, and how informed choices can improve safety.
-
Contraception vs Fertility: What every couple needs to know
Health | Sep 12, 2025, 03:04 PM ISTContraception provides freedom to plan life, while fertility tests add foresight. Together, they empower smarter, healthier parenthood choices.
-
Hormonal contraceptives increase the risk of cryptogenic stroke in women, finds study
Health | Jun 03, 2025, 08:16 AM ISTThe findings were presented at the European Stroke Organisation Conference. The researchers said that, surprisingly, in younger adults, especially women, cryptogenic strokes make up approximately 40 per cent of all strokes. Read on to know more about the study.
-
Study links this popular contraceptive method to increased risk of heart attack, stroke
Health | Feb 15, 2025, 12:05 PM ISTA study published in The British Medical Journal that followed more than 20 lakh women in Denmark for more than 10 years found that hormonal contraceptives have a higher risk of heart attack and stroke. The most commonly used hormonal contraceptives are birth control pills, used by millions of women
-
Looking for safe and effective contraception? Follow these do's and don'ts
Health | Sep 26, 2024, 12:25 PM ISTBy following these dos and don'ts, individuals and couples can confidently take control of their reproductive health, enjoy a better quality of life, and plan for the future.
-
World Contraception Day 2023: Know the benefits and types of contraceptive tools
Lifestyle | Sep 26, 2023, 12:15 PM ISTIt is important that we understand our options regarding contraception, so we can make an informed decision that suits our lifestyle and needs.
-
Non hormonal methods of contraception
Health | Oct 19, 2021, 02:45 PM ISTCondoms are the most widely used non-hormonal contraception method. Both males and females can use condoms as they come for both genders.
-
Indian scientists develop the first ever contraceptive injection for men
Health | Nov 20, 2019, 02:20 PM ISTResearchers from the Indian Council of Medical Research, a government-funded biomedical research agency, have successfully completed clinical trial on an injectable male contraceptive.
-
Injectable contraceptive has no serious side-effects, says Government
Lifestyle | Mar 24, 2017, 01:32 PM ISTThe recently-introduced injectable contraceptive under the National Family Planning Programme has no serious long-term impacts or serious side-effects, the Lok Sabha was informed today.
-
Know all about contraception!
Lifestyle | Jul 13, 2013, 12:52 PM ISTIts time to get serious. No, it hardly matters whether it is regarding your relationship, career or even your own self. But when it comes to 'sex' with your partner, you really need to get
-
Now, a female condom that wards off STD
Lifestyle | Dec 12, 2012, 07:26 AM ISTLondon: Researchers have developed a female condom that not only provides contraception but can also protect against sexually transmitted diseases (STD) and conveniently dissolves gradually over a few days.Researchers at the University of Washington (UW)