Dr. Taraneh Shirazian, a gynecologist and assistant professor of OBGYN at NYU Langone, explains which form of birth control is most effective and why the most popular one doesn't come close.

In light of changing legislation and new restrictions around abortion, effective birth control is even more essential for millions of people in the United States. Here are the most popular methods ...

Birth control pills that contain both estrogen and progesterone (known as combination pills) are the most effective acne fighters. People who use the pill are 50% less likely to develop ovarian ...

Despite federal and state anti-birth control laws, "rubbers" were enormously popular and sales were brisk. Although the diaphragm used with a spermicide was the most effective device available ...

The product — which contains testosterone and a synthetic hormone called Nestorone that reduces sperm production — is the most ... to show a birth control method is safe and effective.

Aside from birth control are there other benefits from being on the pill? Carrie Cwiak, MD There are several long-term benefits to using oral contraceptives and one of the most important is the ...

making it the most effective method of birth control available over the counter, surpassing condoms, spermicides and other nonprescription methods. Related: How much will Opill cost? Here’s what ...

"In fact, long-acting reversible contraceptives (LARCs), such as the IUD (intrauterine device) or birth control implant, may be more cost-effective than initially lower-cost options after a couple ...

OvoControl, which contains the compound nicarbazin, is an oral contraceptive for birds that has proven to be a safe and effective contraceptive agent for geese ... which is responsible for most ...