Opill (also called the Minipill)

Opill is a progestin-only birth control pill.  Progestin is a human made hormone that is similar to the natural hormone called progesterone.  Progestin is in the category of a steroid and has benefits and risks.  It is used for various … Continued

Essure Birth Control to be Taken Off Market

Over 27,000 women have had problems with Essure, which is a coil that is placed in the fallopian tubes.  The manufacturer, Bayer, announced it will stop selling Essure as of the end of 2018. In 2016, the Food and Drug … Continued