The scheme will cover the cost of prescription contraception, as well as other long-lasting measures. In accordance with last year’s budget, the rollout of free contraception for women between the ages of 17 and 25 is expected to begin tomorrow. Women in this age bracket will be able to avail of the service through their […]
3 years ago
The burden of protecting against unwanted pregnancies continues to fall largely on women. Researchers from the University of Dundee have gotten closer to developing a male contraceptive pill after receiving a funding boost from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. The scientists are currently attempting to uncover suitable compounds that would help develop a safe […]
4 years ago
Brought to you by Lloyds Online Doctor Here’s everything you need to know about the contraceptive pill. Navigating the world of contraception is no easy task. With so many factors to consider, it can be hard to wrap your head around how exactly the pill works and the key facts you need to be clued […]
4 years ago
The pausing of certain Covid-19 vaccines because of a risk of clotting has lead many to make comparisons with the contraceptive pill. 6.8 million Johnson & Johnson vaccines were administered in the U.S. in recent weeks, to help halt the spread of Covid 19. Six women subsequently experienced blood clotting after receiving the single-dose vaccine, […]
5 years ago
This is brilliant! This week, Healthwave, the Irish digital subscription-based pharmacy, will launch free contraception for their members, bringing Ireland in line with countries such as New Zealand, South Africa, Argentina, Iran, Syria, Paraguay, Uruguay, Uganda and Burkina Faso who already provide contraception available free of charge to citizens. How great is that? Healthwave, which runs a […]
6 years ago
Groundbreaking. Let us just be honest – we all have those days where we stupidly forget to take our pill. A risky game, at the best of times. But now it seems as though the days of setting reminders on your phone are coming to an end. An inexpensive skin patch that lasts for six […]
7 years ago