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Ectopic pregnancies: clarifying contraception risk

Ectopic pregnancies: clarifying contraception risk

What is an ectopic pregnancy? In order to understand what an ectopic pregnancy is, let's take a step back and think about what we consider to be a "typical pregnancy". When we talk about pregnancies we're usually referring to the 9-month process starting with a sperm fertilising an egg inside

LARCs: what are long-acting reversible contraceptives?

LARCs: what are long-acting reversible contraceptives?

Learn about the most effective methods of birth control: LARCS or long-acting reversible contraceptives.

3 contraception-related myths debunked

3 contraception-related myths debunked

Do you remember the rumours you’d hear about contraception when you were in school? Luckily, we’ve come a long way from the taboo of talking openly about contraception—but there are still a number of myths floating around. Contraception is a very personal matter: everyone’s body is

Calling all IUD/IUS users: let's chat menstrual cups!

Calling all IUD/IUS users: let's chat menstrual cups!

A common question asked is whether using a menstrual cup as an IUD/IUS user is safe. This blog will help you get the answers you need.

Ring around the rosie: what you need to know about vaginal rings

Ring around the rosie: what you need to know about vaginal rings

Let's talk about vaginal rings – a modern and convenient birth control method that's been making waves in the world of contraception. If you're searching for an easy and effective way to take charge of your reproductive health, this could be the solution for you!

Clinical decision support tools: making medicine modern

Clinical decision support tools: making medicine modern

Learn more about how clinical decision support tools (CDTs) and Clinical Decision Support Systems (CDSS) work, including the use of AI and machine learning in medicine!

What's new in contraception? 5 exciting research innovations

What's new in contraception? 5 exciting research innovations

So what's new in contraception? Scientists worldwide have been hard at work, pushing the boundaries of contraception research to provide individuals with safer, more effective and personalised birth control options. From improved hormonal contraceptives with reduced side effects to non-hormonal alternatives, we’re seeing our choices expanding. 🔬Let’s learn

How to feel more confident discussing contraception with a new partner

How to feel more confident discussing contraception with a new partner

Learn some confidence boosting tips to help approach contraception conversations with a new partner!

Genetic testing makes its way into clinical practice

Genetic testing makes its way into clinical practice

The NHS has rolled out a new pilot using pharmacogenomics to personalise medication prescription for patients. Contraception is up next.

Everything you need to know about smear tests

Everything you need to know about smear tests

What is cervical screening or the "smear test"? Cervical screening is a screening test that can pick up the presence of a high-risk HPV strain and abnormal cellular changes on your cervix. Abnormal cellular changes means that some of the cells on your cervix didn't develop the way they were

How does the contraceptive pill affect your menstrual cycle?

How does the contraceptive pill affect your menstrual cycle?

How does the pill really work and what happens to your menstrual cycle when you’re on the pill? Let’s explore below…

Can chemicals found in everyday products affect your vaginal microbiome?

Can chemicals found in everyday products affect your vaginal microbiome?

The short answer is yes, but let’s discuss how this can happen.

Your contraception FAQs answered

Your contraception FAQs answered

Get access to our free contraception FAQ guidebook!

Closing the gender health gap: why participating in research is important

Closing the gender health gap: why participating in research is important

The research we conduct affects the data we have which affects the health outcomes we see.

An introduction to cervical cancer

An introduction to cervical cancer

Have a smear test appointment soon, but don't know what to expect? Read everything you need to know in this post.

Mono- versus multi-phasic birth control: a guide to the pill

Mono- versus multi-phasic birth control: a guide to the pill

Choosing contraception that is right for you can be a confusing journey. Not only are there many different types of contraception but different ways of taking each one!

3 key things to think about when choosing your contraception

3 key things to think about when choosing your contraception

Choosing contraception is far from simple. Given that there are so many choices, it’s unsurprising if you don’t even know where to start.

3 uses for contraception- beyond birth control

3 uses for contraception- beyond birth control

Contraception is used by many healthcare providers to tackle numerous medical issues specific to women’s health, far beyond preventing pregnancy.