Novel Intravaginal Ring as a Non-Hormonal Contraceptive
There is an undeniable need for new technologies to address the overlapping global burdens of unintended pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections (STIs) such as [...]
Nestorone®/Testosterone Transdermal Gel for Male Contraception
There is a growing interest and willingness among men in becoming more involved in family planning, and studies suggest that women would welcome male [...]
Nestorone®/Estradiol Vaginal Ring
Worldwide, almost half of all pregnancies are unintended—many of which can be attributed to unmet need for contraception, method dissatisfaction, or inconsistent contraceptive use. [...]
Advancing Health Equity Through Contraception
We hear it in nearly every sexual and reproductive health conversation today—from HIV prevention to family planning to STI treatment, people want and deserve [...]
Expanding Health Care to Include Self-Care and Increase Access and Agency
The World Health Organization (WHO) defines “self-care” as “the ability of individuals, families, and communities to promote health, prevent disease, maintain health, and cope [...]
Mirena® Added to UNFPA and USAID Product Catalogs
An exciting milestone for contraceptive access worldwide, the levonorgestrel-releasing intrauterine system (LNG IUS), also known as the hormonal intrauterine device (IUD), has been added [...]
Progesterone Vaginal Ring: Lessons from Nigeria for the Launch and Scale Up of Vaginal Rings and Market Success of Innovative Contraceptive Technologies
The Population Council and colleagues who play critical roles in providing contraceptives and other reproductive health supplies convened in Kathmandu, Nepal at the 19th [...]