Learn more about how to determine whether it’s right for you. The copper IUD is a long lasting, nonhormonal birth control placed into the uterus by a doctor, explains Kecia Gaither, MD ...

In some cases, hormonal IUDs can also help reduce heavy menstrual bleeding and cramping. A hormonal IUD is a small, T-shaped contraceptive device healthcare providers insert into the uterus to prevent ...

They prevent pregnancy by either releasing hormones that prevent ovulation (hormonal IUD) or creating an environment that's hostile to sperm (copper IUD). For some users, the benefits of IUDs may go ...

These include intrauterine devices or IUDs (such as Mirena), implants under the skin (such as Implanon), and injections (such ...

There’s always a bit of wonkiness in the days and weeks after stopping the pill as your body readjusts to life without a ...

Expert Rev of Obstet Gynecol. 2011;6(1):45-56. Implanon is an etonogestrel-containing single sterile rod implant. Implanon was introduced in 1998, and was the first and remains the only single ...

Many women worry hormonal contraceptives have dangerous side-effects including increased cancer risk. But this perception is often out of proportion with the actual risks.

Gauteng Health and Wellness MEC Nomantu Nkomo-Ralehoko said on Thursday that her department will roll out Implanon implants among school-going girls to prevent teenage pregnancies. She emphasised ...

Walk-ins are welcome for most services, but are subject to availability. Colposcopy, Loop Electrosurgical Excision Procedure (LEEP), Intrauterine Contraception (IUC), Implanon and Gardasil will always ...