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  China introduces 'condom tax' for first time in 30 years to boost birth rate; move sparks debate

  World | December 12, 2025 7:38 IST

  In 2015, the government increased the allowed number of children per family to two. As China’s population reached its peak and then started to decline, the policy was further relaxed in 2021 to permit three children. Throughout this period, contraception continued to be widely promoted.

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  Contraception myths debunked: Expert advice on what really matters

  Health | September 27, 2025 10:25 IST

  Bust the most common contraception myths with expert insights. From infertility fears to IUD safety and the truth about the pill, discover what every woman should know today to make confident, informed reproductive health choices.

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  Study links this popular contraceptive method to increased risk of heart attack, stroke

  Health | February 15, 2025 12:05 IST

  A 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

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  Looking for safe and effective contraception? Follow these do's and don'ts

  Health | September 26, 2024 12:25 IST

  By 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.

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  World Contraception Day 2023: Know the benefits and types of contraceptive tools

  Lifestyle | September 26, 2023 12:15 IST

  It is important that we understand our options regarding contraception, so we can make an informed decision that suits our lifestyle and needs.

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  Birth control pill users found to have smaller hypothalamus as compared to other women: Study

  Health | December 09, 2019 12:52 IST

  Researchers have found that women taking oral contraceptives, commonly known as birth control pills, had significantly smaller hypothalamus volume, compared to women not taking the pill.

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  Birth control pills can reduce the risk of rheumatoid arthritis in women

  Lifestyle | August 19, 2017 16:53 IST

  The findings revealed that women who consumed birth pill for more than 7 years had 19% lesser chances of getting rheumatoid arthritis

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  Injectable contraceptive has no serious side-effects, says Government

  Lifestyle | March 24, 2017 13:32 IST

  The 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.

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  Know all about contraception!

  Lifestyle | July 13, 2013 12:52 IST

  Its 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