(Updated January 2007; Also available in Spanish) Consistency = Confidence The pill is very convenient and effective and provides health benefits that reach far beyond … Read more

(Published May 2008) Epidemiology, Risk Factors, and Impact of Interstitial Cystitis/Painful Bladder Syndrome Prevalence Interstitial cystitis/painful bladder syndrome (IC/PBS) predominantly affects women, with an average … Read more

(Published May 2005) Sexuality for women extends far beyond the release of neurotransmitters, the influence of sex hormones, and vasocongestion of the genitals. A number … Read more

(Updated December 2009, also available in Spanish) What is a vasectomy? Vasectomy is a safe and effective permanent birth control method for men. Vasectomy is a … Read more

Human Cloning and Genetic Modification The Basic Science You Need to Know I. GENES Genes are strings of chemicals that help create the proteins that … Read more

(Updated June 2014) Description Intrauterine contraception (IUC), also referred to as an intrauterine device (IUD) or intrauterine system (IUS), is a long-acting reversible contraceptive method … Read more

(Published September 2009) Description. OrthoEvra is a beige-colored, transdermal patch applied once a week to the abdomen, buttock, upper outer arm, or upper torso (excluding … Read more

What are abstinence and outercourse? Abstinence generally means not having vaginal sex. Some people who practice abstinence also avoid other types of sexual intimacy. Outercourse … Read more

(Updated November 2008) Perimenopause is the period of time before menopause when a woman’s body changes. Perimenopause is a normal transition in a woman’s life. … Read more