Birth Control Medical Reference
- What Is the Cervical Cap?
Are you considering using the cervical cap (FemCap) for birth control? Check on how effective it is, where you get it, and whether you need a prescription.
- The Birth Control Pill and Breast Cancer Risk
WebMD explains the link between birth control pills and breast and ovarian cancers.
- Birth Control Sponge
WebMD explains how the contraceptive sponge works.
- Birth Control and Sterilization
WebMD explains various sterilization procedures for women and men.
- Depo-Provera (Birth Control Shot)
Depo-Provera is a contraceptive shot that you can get at the doctor's office or at home. Learn how well it works and how long it lasts.
- Birth Control Pills
An overview of birth control pills and how they're used to prevent pregnancy.
- Condoms
Condoms are very effective for preventing pregnancy and STDs, if used the right way. Find out about male and female condoms and how to use them.
- Birth Control Myths
There’s plenty of misinformation about how to avoid getting pregnant. Here are 16 commonly asked questions and the truth behind each one.
