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Injectable contraceptive or copper IUD? Study says your choice of birth control may not influence HPV risk

A recent study in The Lancet confirmed that a woman's choice of contraception does not increase her chances of contracting ...
Rolling Out

5 key findings reveal new breast cancer concerns with hormonal IUDs

A comprehensive analysis of birth control methods has unveiled important insights about the relationship between hormonal intrauterine devices and breast cancer risk, prompting medical professionals ...
Medscape

Copper IUDs Linked to Modestly Higher Risk for STIs Than Levonorgestrel IUDs

MINNEAPOLIS — Copper intrauterine devices (IUDs) are associated with an increased risk for several sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and other vaginal conditions than IUDs containing ...
Medical Xpress

Houseplant inspires textured surfaces to mitigate copper IUD corrosion

Copper intrauterine devices are a common contraceptive due to their long-acting effects and affordability. However, the first few months of use are associated with several side effects. When a copper ...
Business Insider

8 IUD side effects to know — from cramping to changes in your period

An intrauterine device, better known as an IUD, is a form of birth control that is inserted into the uterus, where it sits above the cervix. There are two forms of this contraception: hormonal and ...
Lifehacker

What to Expect When You're Getting an IUD

Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. Everything you need to ...
AOL

More teens are using IUDs — and experts say that’s a good thing. Here's what parents need to know.

Teen birth rates in the U.S. are at an all-time low, according to a recent report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The birth rate among 15- to 19-year-olds in 2022 was 13.5 ...