Study links this popular contraceptive method to increased risk of heart attack, stroke
1 month, 1 week ago

Study links this popular contraceptive method to increased risk of heart attack, stroke

India TV News  

A recent study found that hormonal contraceptives have a higher risk of heart attack and stroke. The researchers said that the results translated to one extra stroke for every 4,760 women using the combined pill for one year, and one extra heart attack for every 10,000 women per year of use. The researchers said that previous studies have found an increased risk of cardiovascular events due to using hormonal contraceptives, but the findings have been inconsistent and outdated. The vaginal ring increased ischaemic stroke risk by 2.4-fold and heart attack risk by 3.8-fold, while the patch increased ischaemic stroke risk by 3.4-fold.

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When it comes to contraception, making informed, personal choices is vital: experts
2 weeks, 5 days ago

When it comes to contraception, making informed, personal choices is vital: experts

The Hindu  

Modern contraceptives, defined as methods that are not tubectomies or vasectomies, have increased in popularity over the years, worldwide. “For some women, particularly those with a history of depression or anxiety, the use of hormonal contraceptives can intensify their mental health struggles,” says Dr. Raina She also points out that contraceptives administered in the form of injections, such as Depo-Provera, …

Scientists discover type of contraception that makes you almost 4 times more likely to have a heart attack - and it's not The Pill
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1 month, 1 week ago

Scientists discover type of contraception that makes you almost 4 times more likely to have a heart attack - and it's not The Pill

Daily Mail  

Some hormonal contraceptives can quadruple a woman's risk of having a heart attack, a major study has suggested. Women who used the ring in the study, which followed participants for a decade, had an almost two-and-half times higher risk of stroke and a 3.8 times increased chance of a heart attack. For example, the increased risk of stroke and heart …

All but one common contraceptives linked to increased stroke and heart attack risk, study finds
1 month, 1 week ago

All but one common contraceptives linked to increased stroke and heart attack risk, study finds

The Independent  

Sign up for our free Health Check email to receive exclusive analysis on the week in health Get our free Health Check email Get our free Health Check email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Some hormonal contraceptives are linked with a higher risk of heart …

Stroke in women: 5 risk factors that are specific to women
1 year, 2 months ago

Stroke in women: 5 risk factors that are specific to women

Hindustan Times  

Globally, stroke remained the second-leading cause of death and the third-leading cause of disability and death combined in 2019. It is generally considered that the LTR of stroke is higher in women than in men, mainly due to their longer life expectancy.” RISK FACTORS Dr Kranthi Mohan highlighted the stroke risk factors that are specific to women - Pregnancy: Pregnancy-related …

Taking painkillers while on the contraceptive pill may lead to risk of blood clots, study finds
1 year, 6 months ago

Taking painkillers while on the contraceptive pill may lead to risk of blood clots, study finds

The Independent  

Sign up for our free Health Check email to receive exclusive analysis on the week in health Get our free Health Check email Get our free Health Check email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Taking common painkillers while on the contraceptive pill may lead to …

Things Women Should Do To Protect Their Heart
3 years ago

Things Women Should Do To Protect Their Heart

News 18  

Maintaining heart health is one of the vital things people should do to lead a healthy life. Some of the key risk factors that might lead to heart disease are high blood pressure, high LDL cholesterol, and smoking. Physical ActivityEven if you are not obese, it is recommended to undergo 150 minutes of moderate aerobic exercise or 75 minutes of …

New safety advice issued for combined oral contraceptives after review into pill and blood clot risk
8 years, 3 months ago

New safety advice issued for combined oral contraceptives after review into pill and blood clot risk

ABC  

A review conducted into the link between the pill and the risk of blood clots in women has led to new safety advice for medicines known as combined oral contraceptives. Key points: Women taking combined hormonal contraceptives have higher risk of blood clots The risk is rare — two cases for every 10,000 women per year Risk of stroke or …

When it comes to birth control, what’s old is new again
10 years, 2 months ago

When it comes to birth control, what’s old is new again

CNN  

Story highlights Some 30% of women quit hormonal birth control because of the side effects An increasing number of women are using apps to track body temperature and fertility to avoid pregnancy Charting body changes so closely can make this a difficult method for some, doctors say CNN — “I can’t afford to get pregnant,” says 25-year-old Aisha Mukooza. As …

Woman from County Durham paralysed after stroke triggered by contraceptive pill
10 years, 4 months ago

Woman from County Durham paralysed after stroke triggered by contraceptive pill

Daily Mail  

A new mother suffered a stroke triggered by her contraceptive pill five months after giving birth, leaving her paralysed. Doctors believe the 26-year-old's stroke was caused by borderline high cholesterol and high blood pressure, caused by the combined contraceptive pill, Rigevidon. Donna Watson was left paralysed after suffering a stroke which doctors believe was triggered by her contraceptive pill It …

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