Health Jul 22 Examining the facts about contraceptives as birth control misinformation spreads online By Sarah Varney, Shrai Popat
Politics Jul 18 WATCH: Where Republican delegates stand on abortion After years of calling for federal restrictions on abortion, Republicans adopted a party platform this week at their national convention that reflects a shift toward former President Donald Trump’s latest stance on the issue: states should decide. By Dan Cooney, Tim McPhillips
Science Apr 14 To lower its rat population, NYC considers birth control as a humane option To lower rat populations in New York, lawmakers are proposing birth control designed for rats as an alternative to the usual traps, poison, and carbon monoxide methods. By Maysoon Khan, Associated Press/Report for America, Cedar Attanasio, Associated Press
Health Aug 13 How extreme heat can hinder effectiveness of pregnancy tests, some contraception Many states with abortion bans are experiencing broiling summers — and the heat could damage supplies such as emergency contraception and condoms. By Shefali Luthra, The 19th
Health Jun 23 Watch 10:54 The abortion legal landscape a year after overturn of Roe v. Wade A year ago, the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade and ended the constitutional right to an abortion. While some states expanded access, 14 states have banned abortions in nearly all cases. We hear from people across the country on… By Amna Nawaz, Laura Barrón-López, Mary Fecteau, Layla Quran, Maea Lenei Buhre
May 05 FDA considers 1st request to approve over-the-counter birth control pill By Matthew Perrone, Associated Press U.S. health regulators are weighing the first-ever request to make a birth control pill available without a prescription. Continue reading
Nov 21 Lawmakers urge action after report of 2014 Supreme Court leak By Associated Press The Senate Judiciary Committee chairman is among those urging action in response to a report that a former anti-abortion leader knew in advance the outcome of a 2014 Supreme Court case involving health care coverage of contraception. Continue reading
Sep 27 Idaho universities disallow abortion, contraception referrals for students By Rebecca Boone, Associated Press Idaho universities are warning staffers not to refer students to abortion providers or emergency contraception because they could face criminal charges under a state law. Continue reading
Sep 14 How more contraception options for both partners could change relationship dynamics By Isabella Isaacs-Thomas More than 60 years after contraceptive pills inhibiting ovulation hit the market, we’re still waiting on comparable options that target sperm. Continue reading
Jul 21 House passes bill that would protect right to contraception By Alan Fram, Associated Press The vote is Democrats' latest campaign-season response to worries that a conservative Supreme Court that’s erased federal abortion rights could go further. Continue reading