Types of Birth Control Pills
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Tasty chewables
Fox News
A new type of birth control pill for women who don't like to swallow pills - this one's spearmint flavored and chewable.
The pill and weight gain
LoveToKnow Pregnancy
Here are the types of birth control pills least likely to cause weight gain, and don't worry - they are all equally effective at preventing pregnancy.
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Pill problems
Women's Health Resource
A FAQ page with a wealth of information about different types of birth control pills and the possible problems that could arise - check it out!
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Introduction to the pill
Healthy Women
Start with this great overview of different types of birth control pills, how they work,and the risks and advantages of each.
symptoms submit a link
A study comparing different types of birth control found that birth control pills don't cause weight gain - even your doctor might get this one wrong.
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Birth control in perimenopause
Women to Women
An in-depth article about birth control and perimenopause, and types of birth control pills that are best for perimenopausal women.
Just for men
ABC
London scientists are working on a new type of birth control pill - one that's designed for men. How well will it work?
Cancer prevention
MSNBC
All types of birth control pills, regardless of hormone levels, reduce risk of certain cancers - just don't take them for longer than eight years!
The no period pill
Daily Motion
A new type of birth control pill can stop your period completely, but what's the trade-off and what are the long term risks?
Acne treatment
Acne Guide
Some types of birth control pills are approved for acne treatment - find out which brands are best for acne, and how they work.

