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Copper coil agony: Woman's contraceptive nightmare

A young woman shares her harrowing experience with a copper coil IUD that left her in excruciating pain and bleeding for weeks, raising serious concerns about contraceptive device safety and medical oversight.

NHS Overhauls Women's Healthcare This Autumn

The NHS is transforming women's healthcare with new services starting this October. Discover how additional support for menstrual health, menopause care, and contraception will change lives across the UK.

Mary McGee, contraception rights pioneer, dies

Tributes pour in for Mary McGee, the courageous Irish woman whose landmark 1973 Supreme Court case paved the way for legalising contraception in Ireland, ending decades of restrictive laws.

Free Morning-After Pill at UK Pharmacies

Major pharmacy chains including Boots and Superdrug are now offering free emergency contraception without prescription in groundbreaking NHS scheme.

Wisconsin Republicans defund Planned Parenthood

Republican lawmakers in Wisconsin have voted to strip Planned Parenthood of critical healthcare funding, escalating the state's abortion battle and threatening access to essential services for thousands of women.

Contraceptive Pill Weight Gain Myth Debunked

New research debunks the long-standing myth that contraceptive pills cause significant weight gain. Experts explain the science behind hormonal contraception and its actual effects on your body.

Chicago Catholic Church's Plan B Policy Causes Controversy

The Archdiocese of Chicago has ignited controversy by directing Catholic hospitals to provide emergency contraception to sexual assault victims, challenging traditional doctrine and drawing criticism from conservative Catholic groups.

Lori Harvey's Brave PCOS Health Battle Revealed

Model Lori Harvey opens up about her private struggle with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), detailing the excruciating pain, diagnosis journey, and her mission to raise awareness for the common yet misunderstood condition affecting millions of women.

Menopause Coach's Breakfast Swap For Weight Loss

A leading weight loss coach specialising in menopause shares her simple breakfast trick to combat hormonal weight gain, boost energy, and kickstart metabolism, based on surprising scientific findings.

PCOS Supplements: Evidence-Based Guide to Hormone Balance

Discover the latest scientific insights on hormone-balancing supplements for PCOS. Learn which supplements work, which to avoid, and how to manage Polycystic Ovary Syndrome effectively with evidence-based advice from UK health experts.

Dr Hilary's 7 Hidden Perimenopause Signs

ITV's Dr Hilary Jones breaks down the surprising signs of perimenopause that often go unrecognised, from brain fog to anxiety, and explains when to seek help.

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