As misinformation about women’s health spreads faster than ever, doctors say new research on the risks of hormonal birth control underscores the challenge of communicating nuance in the social media ...

At its core, Ayurveda reminds us that hormonal health is not about quick fixes. It is about balancing what we eat, how we ...

If you are a hormonal birth control user who relied on the advice that lower hormones in your chosen method meant a decrease in cancer risks, particularly breast cancer, you may want to reconsider.

Using hormonal birth control methods, such as "the pill," may increase users' risk of blood clots, strokes and heart attacks, a new study has found. However, even then, a person's overall risk of ...

For people who want to prevent pregnancy, birth-control drugs come with an obvious reward. They also come with some small risks—including, for some forms, a slightly increased risk of breast cancer.

Hormonal birth control can work wonders by regulating your cycle, relieving period cramps and heavy bleeding, and clearing up acne. But if your time with the pill or IUD hasn’t gone so smoothly due to ...