Hormonal Contraceptives and Migraine: Is It Time to Revisit Stroke Risk?
Current oral contraceptive products contain lower doses of estrogen than those used in the past, prompting reconsideration of risks and benefits.
Contraception
Unplanned Pregnancies Prevalent Among HIV-Positive Women
Researchers examined unplanned pregnancies and contraceptive use among HIV-positive women in a cross-sectional study.
Injectable Progestin-Only Contraceptives May Increase Risk for VTE
Investigators examined the effect of progestin-only contraceptive on cardiometabolic outcomes, including stroke, MI, hypertension, diabetes, and VTE.
Asthma Risk Increased for Premenopausal Women Using Oral Contraceptives
Oral contraceptive use in women of reproductive age may increase the risk for lifetime asthma.
Hormonal Contraceptives May Adversely Affect Psychological Health in Adolescent Girls
This finding suggests an adverse effect of hormonal contraception on psychological health in adolescent girls.
Reproductive Goals Vary After Spontaneous Abortion
Health care providers should offer family planning counseling to all women after spontaneous abortion, remaining responsive to individual patient needs.
FDA Puts New Restrictions on Permanent Birth Control Implant Essure
The new Essure labeling restricts the sale and distribution of the device to only health care providers and facilities that provide information to patients about the risks and benefits of this device.
Once-Daily Oral Contraceptive for Men Shows Promise
A new birth control pill for men appears to be safe when used daily for a month, with hormone responses consistent with effective contraception.
States Have Considerable Disparity in High-Quality LARC Service Delivery
Medicaid policy encourages the use of long-acting reversible contraception, but state-level payment policies are inconsistent and often do not include critical aspects of care.
Estrogen Contraceptives May Increase Stroke Risk in Women With Migraine
Women with migraine with aura are at an increased risk for stroke if they are taking high-dose estrogen-containing contraceptives.
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