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Cortisol dynamics and sleep quality: The role of sex and oral contraceptive use.
Morssinkhof MWL, Larsen SV, Ozenne B, Nasser A, Hvitved S, van der Werf YD, Penninx BWJH, Broekman BFP, Frokjaer VG. Morssinkhof MWL, et al. Psychoneuroendocrinology. 2025 Aug;178:107497. doi: 10.1016/j.psyneuen.2025.107497. Epub 2025 May 21. Psychoneuroendocrinology. 2025. PMID: 40413843 Free article.
Women report poorer sleep than men, and oral contraceptive (OC) users appear to experience poorer sleep quality, in particular disrupted sleep, relative to non-users, potentially related to disruption of the circadian rhythm of cortisol. ...
Women report poorer sleep than men, and oral contraceptive (OC) users appear to experience poorer sleep quality, in particular disrup …
Motivations to use a novel hormonal male contraceptive: Perspectives from male contraceptive clinical trial participants.
Gipson JD, Bornstein M, Duong A, Nguyen BT. Gipson JD, et al. Contraception. 2025 Aug;148:110932. doi: 10.1016/j.contraception.2025.110932. Epub 2025 Apr 30. Contraception. 2025. PMID: 40315977 Free article.
Men's motivations for using an HMC centered on societal-level factors (i.e., concerns regarding 'overpopulation' and responsible childbearing), partnership factors (concerns regarding entrapment; desire to share in contraceptive responsibility), and individual-level factor …
Men's motivations for using an HMC centered on societal-level factors (i.e., concerns regarding 'overpopulation' and responsible childbearin …
The role of social networks in motivating access and use of contraceptives among adolescent girls and young women living in resource-constrained settings in Cape Town, South Africa.
Tolla T, Bergh K, Duby Z, Gana N, Mathews C, Jonas K. Tolla T, et al. Reprod Health. 2025 Jun 20;22(1):104. doi: 10.1186/s12978-025-02066-2. Reprod Health. 2025. PMID: 40542405 Free PMC article.
Direct support was active encouragement of contraceptive use, and indirect support was when parents did not challenge AGYW's use of contraceptives. AGYW also reported on parents who directly discouraged contraceptive use, resulting in AGYW hiding their use of contra …
Direct support was active encouragement of contraceptive use, and indirect support was when parents did not challenge AGYW's use of c …
Strategies to Develop Na,K-ATPase-α4 Inhibitors as Male Contraceptives.
Syeda SS, Sánchez G, McDermott JP, Cheryala N, Wong HL, Georg GI, Blanco G. Syeda SS, et al. Int J Mol Sci. 2025 Jun 12;26(12):5646. doi: 10.3390/ijms26125646. Int J Mol Sci. 2025. PMID: 40565109 Free PMC article.
This highlights 45 as a promising lead for non-hormonal male contraception and indicates that the newly generated series of compounds possess the key characteristics needed for further development as potential non-hormonal male contraceptive agents....
This highlights 45 as a promising lead for non-hormonal male contraception and indicates that the newly generated series of compounds posses …
Reversible Modulation of Motile Cilia by a Benzo[e][1,2,4]triazinone: A Potential Non-Hormonal Approach to Male Contraception.
Chatzifrangkeskou M, Perdiou A, Kreouzou R, Zissimou GA, Flesariu DF, Koutentis PA, Skourides PA. Chatzifrangkeskou M, et al. Cells. 2025 May 9;14(10):688. doi: 10.3390/cells14100688. Cells. 2025. PMID: 40422191 Free PMC article.
This benzotriazinone derivative inhibits ciliary-driven fluid flow by inducing cilia detachment without causing toxicity in developing embryos. Unlike traditional deciliation agents that rely on calcium signaling, this compound induces cilia loss through a shear stress-dri …
This benzotriazinone derivative inhibits ciliary-driven fluid flow by inducing cilia detachment without causing toxicity in developing embry …
Acute exposure to oscillatory shear stress impairs endothelial function in oral contraceptive pill users across pill phases.
Lew LA, Etwaroo R, Bureau J, Pyke KE. Lew LA, et al. J Appl Physiol (1985). 2025 May 1;138(5):1228-1238. doi: 10.1152/japplphysiol.00033.2025. Epub 2025 Apr 21. J Appl Physiol (1985). 2025. PMID: 40257034 Free article.
Future research should explore whether endothelial function responses to OSS vary across different hormonal statuses and types of contraceptive use.NEW & NOTEWORTHY Oscillatory shear stress is a proatherogenic blood flow pattern characterized by low mean and high retro …
Future research should explore whether endothelial function responses to OSS vary across different hormonal statuses and types of contrac …
The impact of male contraception on global sexual and reproductive health and rights.
Kidula N, Nguyen BT, Habib N, Kiarie J. Kidula N, et al. Contraception. 2025 May;145:110811. doi: 10.1016/j.contraception.2025.110811. Epub 2025 Jan 7. Contraception. 2025. PMID: 39788344 Free PMC article. Review.
Not addressing men's SRH over and above supporting their female partners sustains the sexual and reproductive risks and burdens that women must bear. Advances in contraceptive technology with several male contraceptive candidates in advanced clinical trials bolsters …
Not addressing men's SRH over and above supporting their female partners sustains the sexual and reproductive risks and burdens that women m …
Development of the retinoic acid receptor alpha-specific antagonist YCT-529 for male contraception: A brief review.
Shi R, Wolgemuth DJ, Georg GI. Shi R, et al. Contraception. 2025 May;145:110809. doi: 10.1016/j.contraception.2024.110809. Epub 2025 Jan 3. Contraception. 2025. PMID: 39756562 Free PMC article. Review.
Genetic studies in mice have demonstrated that retinoic acid receptor alpha (RARalpha) deficiency leads to male infertility without affecting overall viability, suggesting that pharmacological inhibition of this receptor could be a viable contraceptive strategy. This revie …
Genetic studies in mice have demonstrated that retinoic acid receptor alpha (RARalpha) deficiency leads to male infertility without affectin …
[Catalpol reduces liver toxicity of triptolide in mice by inhibiting hepatocyte ferroptosis through the SLC7A11/GPX4 pathway: testing the Fuzheng Zhidu theory for detoxification].
Zhang L, Li C, Huang L, Zhou X, Lou Y. Zhang L, et al. Nan Fang Yi Ke Da Xue Xue Bao. 2025 Apr 20;45(4):810-818. doi: 10.12122/j.issn.1673-4254.2025.04.16. Nan Fang Yi Ke Da Xue Xue Bao. 2025. PMID: 40294931 Free PMC article. Chinese.
METHODS: C57BL/6J mice were randomized into blank control group, catalpol group, triptolide group and triptolide+catalpol group. After 13 days of treatment with the agents by gavage, the mice were examined for liver tissue pathology, liver function, hepatocyte subcellular …
METHODS: C57BL/6J mice were randomized into blank control group, catalpol group, triptolide group and triptolide+catalpol group. After 13 da …
Effect of hydro-ethanol extract of Caesalpinia pulcherrima (L.) Sw. leaves in human and rat: In vitro approach of male contraceptive development.
Lohar P, Pal D, Mondal T, Das P, Ghosh D. Lohar P, et al. JBRA Assist Reprod. 2025 Mar 12;29(1):76-86. doi: 10.5935/1518-0557.20240085. JBRA Assist Reprod. 2025. PMID: 39835791 Free PMC article.
OBJECTIVE: The study focused the contraceptive efficacy of hydro-ethanolic (60:40) extract (HEE) of Caesalpinia pulcherrima leaves in human and rat sperm samples by in vitro study. ...CONCLUSION: Extract focused the promising male contraceptive potentiality at 2 mg/ …
OBJECTIVE: The study focused the contraceptive efficacy of hydro-ethanolic (60:40) extract (HEE) of Caesalpinia pulcherrima leaves in …
Effect of sex, pubertal stage, body mass index, oral contraceptive use, and C-reactive protein on vitamin D binding protein reference values.
von Heimburg P, Baber R, Willenberg A, Wölfle P, Kratzsch J, Kiess W, Vogel M. von Heimburg P, et al. Front Endocrinol (Lausanne). 2025 Feb 18;16:1470513. doi: 10.3389/fendo.2025.1470513. eCollection 2025. Front Endocrinol (Lausanne). 2025. PMID: 40041287 Free PMC article.
In addition, we investigated DBP's associations with age, sex, puberty, body mass index (BMI), and oral contraceptive use. DESIGN AND METHODS: 2,503 serum samples from children and adolescents aged 3 months to 17 years from the LIFE Child cohort were analyzed to study DBP …
In addition, we investigated DBP's associations with age, sex, puberty, body mass index (BMI), and oral contraceptive use. DESIGN AND …
High-density lipoprotein nanoparticles spontaneously target to damaged renal tubules and alleviate renal fibrosis by remodeling the fibrotic niches.
He S, Li X, He Y, Guo L, Dong Y, Wang L, Yang L, Li L, Huang S, Fu J, Lin Q, Zhang Z, Zhang L. He S, et al. Nat Commun. 2025 Jan 27;16(1):1061. doi: 10.1038/s41467-025-56223-z. Nat Commun. 2025. PMID: 39870661 Free PMC article.
Thus, this system is promising for the treatment of CKD and bHDL has good potential for delivering agents to damaged renal tubular epithelial cells....
Thus, this system is promising for the treatment of CKD and bHDL has good potential for delivering agents to damaged renal tubular ep …
Systematic review of reviews on interventions to engage men and boys as clients, partners and agents of change for improved sexual and reproductive health and rights.
Gottert A, Pulerwitz J, Weiner R, Okondo C, Werner J, Magni S, Mathur S. Gottert A, et al. BMJ Open. 2025 Jan 20;15(1):e083950. doi: 10.1136/bmjopen-2024-083950. BMJ Open. 2025. PMID: 39832970 Free PMC article.
We summarised the interventions most consistently found to be effective across reviews, in a programmer-friendly visual mapped onto a framework of men as clients, partners and agents of change. Person-centred, gender-transformative, multilevel approaches were most effectiv …
We summarised the interventions most consistently found to be effective across reviews, in a programmer-friendly visual mapped onto a framew …
How does the knowledge level of physicians and nurses working at primary health centers affect their preference for oral contraceptives in an inland Turkish province?
Dur G, Mert A, Dur R, Pektas MK. Dur G, et al. BMC Prim Care. 2025 Jan 8;26(1):6. doi: 10.1186/s12875-024-02700-1. BMC Prim Care. 2025. PMID: 39780043 Free PMC article.
This study aims to evaluate the knowledge levels of physicians and nurses working at primary health care centers about the oral contraceptive pill (OCP) use. METHODS: This is a cross-sectional review of 306 professional care givers (117 physicians and 189 nurses) who are w …
This study aims to evaluate the knowledge levels of physicians and nurses working at primary health care centers about the oral contracep …
Testosterone and male contraception.
Thirumalai A, Page ST. Thirumalai A, et al. Curr Opin Endocrinol Diabetes Obes. 2024 Dec 1;31(6):236-242. doi: 10.1097/MED.0000000000000880. Epub 2024 Aug 19. Curr Opin Endocrinol Diabetes Obes. 2024. PMID: 39155802 Free PMC article. Review.
PURPOSE OF REVIEW: Rates of unintended pregnancy have remained relatively stagnant for many years, despite a broad array of female contraceptive options. Recent restrictions on access to abortion in some countries have increased the urgency for expanding contraceptive …
PURPOSE OF REVIEW: Rates of unintended pregnancy have remained relatively stagnant for many years, despite a broad array of female contra …
Hypertension evaluation and management in new young patients: are we doing our female patients a disservice?
Greenlees C, Hosseinzadeh S, Delles C, McGinnigle E. Greenlees C, et al. Blood Press. 2024 Dec;33(1):2387909. doi: 10.1080/08037051.2024.2387909. Epub 2024 Aug 5. Blood Press. 2024. PMID: 39102372 Free article.
Recording of reproductive history (35%), contraceptive drug history (20%) and advice on family planning (15.6%) was not as thorough as they could be. Incorrect management of female reproductive history and contraceptive drug history can increase the risk of long-ter …
Recording of reproductive history (35%), contraceptive drug history (20%) and advice on family planning (15.6%) was not as thorough a …
Oral administration of plumbagin is beneficial in in vivo models of Duchenne muscular dystrophy through control of redox signaling.
Cervia D, Zecchini S, Pincigher L, Roux-Biejat P, Zalambani C, Catalani E, Arcari A, Del Quondam S, Brunetti K, Ottria R, Casati S, Vanetti C, Barbalace MC, Prata C, Malaguti M, Casati SR, Lociuro L, Giovarelli M, Mocciaro E, Falcone S, Fenizia C, Moscheni C, Hrelia S, De Palma C, Clementi E, Perrotta C. Cervia D, et al. Free Radic Biol Med. 2024 Nov 20;225:193-207. doi: 10.1016/j.freeradbiomed.2024.09.037. Epub 2024 Sep 24. Free Radic Biol Med. 2024. PMID: 39326684 Free article.
Documenting the Provision of Emergency Contraceptive Pills Through Youth-Serving Delivery Channels: Exploratory Mixed Methods Research on Malawi's Emergency Contraception Strategy.
Burke HM, Mkandawire P, Phiri MM, Kachale F, Little K, Bakasa C, Puleni L, Demise E, Letona P, Austin G, Kumwenda M. Burke HM, et al. Glob Health Sci Pract. 2024 Oct 29;12(5):e2400076. doi: 10.9745/GHSP-D-24-00076. Print 2024 Oct 29. Glob Health Sci Pract. 2024. PMID: 39362664 Free PMC article.
INTRODUCTION: Emergency contraceptive pills (ECPs) are effective and can be used safely at any age repeatedly within the same cycle. ...
INTRODUCTION: Emergency contraceptive pills (ECPs) are effective and can be used safely at any age repeatedly within the same cycle. …
Knowledge, practices, and barriers to access of emergency contraceptive pills in married women and men: a multicenter clinic-based cross-sectional study from Karachi, Pakistan.
Abdullah M, Ahmed S, Malick AA, Ihsan MT, Shah M, Yaseen A, Zubair F, Iqbal S, Mufarrih SM, Tariq TB, Zahid M, Ahmed W, Shamsi U. Abdullah M, et al. BMC Public Health. 2024 Oct 19;24(1):2886. doi: 10.1186/s12889-024-20390-3. BMC Public Health. 2024. PMID: 39427150 Free PMC article.
BACKGROUND: Emergency contraceptive pills (ECPs) are significantly underutilized in many parts of the world, especially in South-Asia. ...
BACKGROUND: Emergency contraceptive pills (ECPs) are significantly underutilized in many parts of the world, especially in South-Asia …
Use of Preferred Source of Contraception Among Users of the Pill, Patch, and Ring in the US.
Gomez AM, Bennett AH, Schulte A, Arcara J, Stern L, Aina AD, Bardwell J, Cadena D, Chaudhri A, Davis L, Dehlendorf C, Frederiksen B, Jones E, Kavanaugh ML, Labiran C, McDonald-Mosley R, Pliska E, Rice WS, Valladares ES, Marshall C. Gomez AM, et al. JAMA Netw Open. 2024 Oct 1;7(10):e2439191. doi: 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2024.39191. JAMA Netw Open. 2024. PMID: 39432309 Free PMC article.
A binary variable captured whether respondents most preferred traditional, in-person contraceptive care vs an alternative approach. Prior reproductive health care experiences included missing a pill, patch, or ring because they couldn't obtain it on-time and receipt of per …
A binary variable captured whether respondents most preferred traditional, in-person contraceptive care vs an alternative approach. P …
Emergency contraception access in Fijian community pharmacies: A descriptive study.
Trinh LTT, Estoesta J, Macdonald V, Bateson D, Boerma C, Rogers C, Gounder R, Dawson A. Trinh LTT, et al. Aust N Z J Public Health. 2024 Oct;48(5):100191. doi: 10.1016/j.anzjph.2024.100191. Epub 2024 Sep 26. Aust N Z J Public Health. 2024. PMID: 39332054 Free article.
OBJECTIVE: To assess pharmacists' knowledge regarding emergency contraceptive pills (ECPs), their attitudes towards women obtaining ECPs, and ECP counselling and dispensing practices. ...
OBJECTIVE: To assess pharmacists' knowledge regarding emergency contraceptive pills (ECPs), their attitudes towards women obtaining E …
Assessing Acceptability of Biodegradable Contraceptive Implants in Kenya and Senegal.
Cartwright AF, Callahan RL, Lawton A, Wong C, Muchiri O, Matan S. Cartwright AF, et al. Glob Health Sci Pract. 2024 Aug 27;12(4):e2300503. doi: 10.9745/GHSP-D-23-00503. Print 2024 Aug 27. Glob Health Sci Pract. 2024. PMID: 39009469 Free PMC article.
BACKGROUND: Contraceptive implants are popular in Africa, but barriers to removal exist. Biodegradable implants (BDIs) offer an alternative to the need for removal. ...BDIs offer the opportunity to expand contraceptive choice. However, messaging around product chara …
BACKGROUND: Contraceptive implants are popular in Africa, but barriers to removal exist. Biodegradable implants (BDIs) offer an alter …
Biopsychosocial factors are associated with impaired sexual function in Mexican patients with rheumatoid arthritis.
Ledón-Llanes L, Contreras-Yáñez I, Guaracha-Basáñez GA, Valverde-Hernández SS, Cuevas-Montoya M, Ortiz-Haro AB, Pascual-Ramos V. Ledón-Llanes L, et al. PLoS One. 2024 Aug 26;19(8):e0305831. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0305831. eCollection 2024. PLoS One. 2024. PMID: 39186754 Free PMC article.
Regardless of the prevalent use of teratogenic medications, contraceptive use was suboptimal among the participants....
Regardless of the prevalent use of teratogenic medications, contraceptive use was suboptimal among the participants....
Mechanisms and efficacy of small molecule latency-promoting agents to inhibit HIV reactivation ex vivo.
Janssens J, Kim P, Kim SJ, Wedrychowski A, Kadiyala GN, Hunt PW, Deeks SG, Wong JK, Yukl SA. Janssens J, et al. JCI Insight. 2024 Aug 20;9(19):e183084. doi: 10.1172/jci.insight.183084. JCI Insight. 2024. PMID: 39163135 Free PMC article.
We evaluated 26 drugs, including drugs previously reported to inhibit HIV transcription (inhibitors of Tat-dependent HIV transcription, Rev, HSF-1/PTEF-b, HSP90, Jak/Stat, or SIRT1/Tat deacetylation) and other agents that were not tested before (inhibitors of PKC, NF-kappa …
We evaluated 26 drugs, including drugs previously reported to inhibit HIV transcription (inhibitors of Tat-dependent HIV transcription, Rev, …
Myths and Methodologies: Standardisation in Human Physiology Research-Should We Control the Controllables?
Merrell LH, Perkin OJ, Bradshaw L, Collier-Bain HD, Collins AJ, Davies S, Eddy R, Hickman JA, Nicholas AP, Rees D, Spellanzon B, James LJ, McKay AKA, Smith HA, Turner JE, Koumanov F, Maher J, Thompson D, Gonzalez JT, Betts JA. Merrell LH, et al. Int J Sport Nutr Exerc Metab. 2024 May 19;34(4):242-250. doi: 10.1123/ijsnem.2024-0091. Print 2024 Jul 1. Int J Sport Nutr Exerc Metab. 2024. PMID: 38763509 Free article. Review.
Researchers may also need to consider standardisation of physical activity, whether it be through familiarisation trials, wash-out periods, or guidance on levels of physical activity to be achieved before trials. In terms of pharmacological agents, the ethical implications …
Researchers may also need to consider standardisation of physical activity, whether it be through familiarisation trials, wash-out periods, …
The demand for male contraception: Estimating the potential market for users of novel male contraceptive methods using United States National Survey of Family Growth data.
Nguyen BT. Nguyen BT. Contraception. 2024 Jul;135:110438. doi: 10.1016/j.contraception.2024.110438. Epub 2024 Mar 28. Contraception. 2024. PMID: 38555051 Free article.
STUDY DESIGN: We described the market for NMCs via secondary analysis of the 2015-2017 NSFG's weighted male respondent data, utilizing surrogate markers for contraceptive switching (NSFG) and contraceptive discontinuation data from the Contraceptive CHOICE pr …
STUDY DESIGN: We described the market for NMCs via secondary analysis of the 2015-2017 NSFG's weighted male respondent data, utilizing surro …
Offering extended use of the contraceptive implant via an implementation science framework: a qualitative study of clinicians' perceived barriers and facilitators.
Rigler N, Kully G, Hildebrand MC, Averbach S, Mody SK. Rigler N, et al. BMC Health Serv Res. 2024 Jun 3;24(1):697. doi: 10.1186/s12913-024-10991-4. BMC Health Serv Res. 2024. PMID: 38825705 Free PMC article.
BACKGROUND: The etonogestrel contraceptive implant is currently approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the prevention of pregnancy up to 3 years. ...Themes regarding barriers and facilitators to extended use of the contraceptive implant …
BACKGROUND: The etonogestrel contraceptive implant is currently approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for …
The uniqueness of on-demand male contraception.
Sanchez NDRR, Ritagliati C, Kopf GS, Kretschmer S, Buck J, Levin LR. Sanchez NDRR, et al. Mol Aspects Med. 2024 Jun;97:101281. doi: 10.1016/j.mam.2024.101281. Epub 2024 May 27. Mol Aspects Med. 2024. PMID: 38805792 Free PMC article. Review.
Because nearly half of pregnancies worldwide are unintended, available contraceptive methods are inadequate. Moreover, due to the striking imbalance between contraceptive options available for men compared to the myriad of options available to women, there is an urg …
Because nearly half of pregnancies worldwide are unintended, available contraceptive methods are inadequate. Moreover, due to the str …
Reversible male contraception by targeted inhibition of serine/threonine kinase 33.
Ku AF, Sharma KL, Ta HM, Sutton CM, Bohren KM, Wang Y, Chamakuri S, Chen R, Hakenjos JM, Jimmidi R, Kent K, Li F, Li JY, Ma L, Madasu C, Palaniappan M, Palmer SS, Qin X, Robers MB, Sankaran B, Tan Z, Vasquez YM, Wang J, Wilkinson J, Yu Z, Ye Q, Young DW, Teng M, Kim C, Matzuk MM. Ku AF, et al. Science. 2024 May 24;384(6698):885-890. doi: 10.1126/science.adl2688. Epub 2024 May 23. Science. 2024. PMID: 38781365 Free PMC article.
In mice, CDD-2807 exhibited no toxicity, efficiently crossed the blood-testis barrier, did not accumulate in brain, and induced a reversible contraceptive effect that phenocopied genetic STK33 perturbations without altering testis size. Thus, STK33 is a chemically validate …
In mice, CDD-2807 exhibited no toxicity, efficiently crossed the blood-testis barrier, did not accumulate in brain, and induced a reversible …
Improving Contraceptive Service Quality and Accessibility for Adolescents and Youth Through Proprietary Patent Medicine Vendors in Four Nigerian States.
Akila D, Akinola O, Omotoso O, Ohkubo S, Adefila A, Yohanna P, Kalu NI, Oyeyemi A, Ojelade O, Waziri A, Kwaknat W, Solanke O, Emonena B, Rotimi O, Mwaikambo L, Igharo V, Ajijola L, Bose K. Akila D, et al. Glob Health Sci Pract. 2024 May 21;12(Suppl 2):e2200225. doi: 10.9745/GHSP-D-22-00225. Print 2024 May 21. Glob Health Sci Pract. 2024. PMID: 38508767 Free PMC article.
This article describes how The Challenge Initiative's (TCI) family planning program supported 4 state governments in Nigeria to develop a model to strengthen public-private partnerships between PPMVs and primary health centers (PHCs) to leverage PPMVs to provide adolescents and y …
This article describes how The Challenge Initiative's (TCI) family planning program supported 4 state governments in Nigeria to develop a mo …
Effects of the selective AMPA modulator NBI-1065845 on the pharmacokinetics of midazolam or ethinyl estradiol-levonorgestrel in healthy adults.
Lin S, Ionescu A, Maynard-Scott J, Kennedy M, Walling DP, Furey M, Singh JB. Lin S, et al. Clin Transl Sci. 2024 May;17(5):e13791. doi: 10.1111/cts.13791. Clin Transl Sci. 2024. PMID: 38700236 Free PMC article. Clinical Trial.
The midazolam treatment arm received the sensitive CYP3A substrate midazolam on Day 1, followed by NBI-1065845 alone on Days 5-13; on Day 14, NBI-1065845 was administered with midazolam, then NBI-1065845 alone on Day 15. The oral contraceptive treatment arm received ethiny …
The midazolam treatment arm received the sensitive CYP3A substrate midazolam on Day 1, followed by NBI-1065845 alone on Days 5-13; on Day 14 …
Assessment of the Effects of Abrocitinib on the Pharmacokinetics of Probe Substrates of Cytochrome P450 1A2, 2B6 and 2C19 Enzymes and Hormonal Oral Contraceptives in Healthy Individuals.
Wang X, Dowty ME, Tripathy S, Le VH, Huh Y, Curto M, Winton JA, O'Gorman MT, Chan G, Malhotra BK. Wang X, et al. Eur J Drug Metab Pharmacokinet. 2024 May;49(3):367-381. doi: 10.1007/s13318-024-00893-5. Epub 2024 Mar 30. Eur J Drug Metab Pharmacokinet. 2024. PMID: 38554232 Free PMC article. Clinical Trial.
Minnelide suppresses GVHD and enhances survival while maintaining GVT responses.
Copsel SN, Garrido VT, Barreras H, Bader CS, Pfeiffer B, Mateo-Victoriano B, Wolf D, Gallardo M, Paczesny S, Komanduri KV, Benjamin CL, Villarino AV, Saluja AK, Levy RB. Copsel SN, et al. JCI Insight. 2024 Apr 11;9(9):e165936. doi: 10.1172/jci.insight.165936. JCI Insight. 2024. PMID: 38602775 Free PMC article.
Successful postcoital testing of Ovaprene: An investigational non-hormonal monthly vaginal contraceptive.
Mauck C, Thurman A, Jensen JT, Schreiber CA, Baker J, Hou MY, Chavoustie S, Dart C, Wu H, Zack N, Hatheway J, Friend D. Mauck C, et al. Contraception. 2024 Apr;132:110373. doi: 10.1016/j.contraception.2024.110373. Epub 2024 Jan 15. Contraception. 2024. PMID: 38232942 Free PMC article.
We considered <5 progressively motile sperm/HPF indicative of preliminary contraceptive effectiveness. RESULTS: We enrolled 38 participants; 23 completed the study. ...CONCLUSION: Use of Ovaprene resulted in meeting the prespecified criterion for contraceptive ef …
We considered <5 progressively motile sperm/HPF indicative of preliminary contraceptive effectiveness. RESULTS: We enrolled 38 par …
Chronic and immediate refined carbohydrate consumption and facial attractiveness.
Visine A, Durand V, Guillou L, Raymond M, Berticat C. Visine A, et al. PLoS One. 2024 Mar 6;19(3):e0298984. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0298984. eCollection 2024. PLoS One. 2024. PMID: 38446775 Free PMC article.
These effects were maintained when potential confounders for facial attractiveness were controlled such as age, age departure from actual age, masculinity/femininity (perceived and measured), BMI, physical activity, parental home ownership, smoking, couple status, hormonal con …
These effects were maintained when potential confounders for facial attractiveness were controlled such as age, age departure from actual ag …
Correlates of Sexual Behavior Across Fatherhood Status: Finding From the National Longitudinal Study of Adolescent to Adult Health (Add Health), 2016-2018.
Baxter SLK, Hopper LN, Spinner C. Baxter SLK, et al. Am J Mens Health. 2024 Mar-Apr;18(2):15579883241239770. doi: 10.1177/15579883241239770. Am J Mens Health. 2024. PMID: 38545885 Free PMC article.
Outcomes were two binary indicators: consistent contraceptive use with partner and having multiple (2) sexual partners in the past year. Fatherhood status was categorized as nonfather, resident father, and nonresident father. ...For resident fathers, relationship type was …
Outcomes were two binary indicators: consistent contraceptive use with partner and having multiple (2) sexual partners in the past ye …
Barriers to contraceptive use in humanitarian settings: Experiences of South Sudanese refugee women living in Adjumani district, Uganda; an exploratory qualitative study.
Achola R, Atuyambe L, Nabiwemba E, Nyashanu M, Garimoi Orach C. Achola R, et al. PLoS One. 2024 Mar 1;19(3):e0278731. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0278731. eCollection 2024. PLoS One. 2024. PMID: 38427612 Free PMC article.
This study explored barriers to contraceptive use among South Sudanese refugee women living in Adjumani district, Uganda. ...RESULTS: The study found several challenges to contraceptive use. These included gender dynamics, socially constructed myths on contracept …
This study explored barriers to contraceptive use among South Sudanese refugee women living in Adjumani district, Uganda. ...RESULTS: …
"Even when you write with a pencil there is an eraser to clean it": Examining men's conceptualisations of and involvement in emergency contraceptive use in Accra, Ghana.
Strong J. Strong J. Soc Sci Med. 2024 Mar;344:116635. doi: 10.1016/j.socscimed.2024.116635. Epub 2024 Feb 2. Soc Sci Med. 2024. PMID: 38324975 Free article.
Global Health recommendations specify that emergency contraceptive pills be used sparingly and under specific conditions. This increasingly misaligns with the myriad conceptualisations and rationales among the public for why they choose to use emergency contraceptive …
Global Health recommendations specify that emergency contraceptive pills be used sparingly and under specific conditions. This increa …
Contraindicated use of modern contraceptives among mothers from a Pelotas Birth Cohort.
Houvèssou GM, Farías-Antúnez S, Bertoldi AD, Silveira MFD. Houvèssou GM, et al. Rev Saude Publica. 2024 Feb 19;58:02. doi: 10.11606/s1518-8787.2024058005585. eCollection 2024. Rev Saude Publica. 2024. PMID: 38381892 Free PMC article.
RESULTS: The analyzed sample consisted of 3,053 women who used any modern contraceptive method. The prevalence of contraindicated use of modern contraceptives totaled 25.9% (95%CI: 24.4-27.5). ...The prevalence of contraindicated use of modern contraceptives methods was gr …
RESULTS: The analyzed sample consisted of 3,053 women who used any modern contraceptive method. The prevalence of contraindicated use …
Is the multinational, surveillance PRO-E2 study informative for all countries? The Italian data on VTE and contraceptive effectiveness.
Fruzzetti F, Cagnacci A, Boolell M, Di Carlo C, Bruni V. Fruzzetti F, et al. Eur J Contracept Reprod Health Care. 2024 Feb;29(1):1-7. doi: 10.1080/13625187.2023.2284085. Epub 2024 Feb 1. Eur J Contracept Reprod Health Care. 2024. PMID: 38085301 Free article.
PURPOSE: To evaluate whether the thromboembolic risk and contraceptive effectiveness of NOMAC-E2 observed in the PRO-E2 study can be extended to each participating country, as lifestyle, cardiovascular risk factors and prescribing habits may differ geographically. ...The s …
PURPOSE: To evaluate whether the thromboembolic risk and contraceptive effectiveness of NOMAC-E2 observed in the PRO-E2 study can be …
Influence of gender and combined estrogen-progestin oral contraceptive on parotid saliva flow rate, pH, and electrolytes concentration.
Rovera A, Anderson P. Rovera A, et al. Clin Exp Dent Res. 2024 Feb;10(1):e800. doi: 10.1002/cre2.800. Epub 2023 Nov 7. Clin Exp Dent Res. 2024. PMID: 37933471 Free PMC article.
MATERIAL AND METHODS: Stimulated PS was collected from 20 healthy adults using a Lashley cup; 11 males, 8 females, and 1 female undertaking combined contraceptive therapy (levonorgestrel/ethinyloestradiol 0.1 mg + 0.02 mg). FR and pH were recorded for each saliva sample. . …
MATERIAL AND METHODS: Stimulated PS was collected from 20 healthy adults using a Lashley cup; 11 males, 8 females, and 1 female undertaking …
Pattern and determinants of contraceptive use among the muslim women in Wajir and Lamu counties in Kenya: a cross-sectional study.
Abdi B, Okal J, Serour G, Were V, Temmerman M, Gichangi P. Abdi B, et al. BMC Womens Health. 2024 Jan 18;24(1):53. doi: 10.1186/s12905-024-02892-9. BMC Womens Health. 2024. PMID: 38238713 Free PMC article.
The prevalence of women currently using contraceptive was 18.6% (n = 123). In Lamu, the prevalence was 32.8%, while in Wajir, it was 3.4%. ...While in Wajir, determinants of current contraceptive use were education, and the belief that family planning is allowed in …
The prevalence of women currently using contraceptive was 18.6% (n = 123). In Lamu, the prevalence was 32.8%, while in Wajir, it was …
Contraceptive uses among married women in Bangladesh: a systematic review and meta-analyses.
Hossain S, Akter T, Mohsin M, Islam MM, Chowdhury PB, Khudri MM. Hossain S, et al. J Health Popul Nutr. 2024 Jan 17;43(1):10. doi: 10.1186/s41043-024-00502-w. J Health Popul Nutr. 2024. PMID: 38233954 Free PMC article.
Modern contraceptive methods accounted for 62.91% of usage, while traditional methods constituted 8.79%. ...We found statistically significant heterogeneity for all contraceptive methods used by women in Bangladesh. The funnel plot and Egger's test showed no publica …
Modern contraceptive methods accounted for 62.91% of usage, while traditional methods constituted 8.79%. ...We found statistically si …
U.S. college students' perspectives on contraception and abortion post-Dobbs: the influence of socioeconomic privilege and gender inequity.
Mann ES, McLennan JA, Broussard K. Mann ES, et al. Front Public Health. 2024 Jan 10;11:1274154. doi: 10.3389/fpubh.2023.1274154. eCollection 2023. Front Public Health. 2024. PMID: 38269384 Free PMC article.
Second, women participants felt heightened pressure to continue or initiate use of a highly effective contraceptive method, with some lamenting inequitable experiences of the gendered contraceptive burden in their relationships with men. ...The findings illustrate t …
Second, women participants felt heightened pressure to continue or initiate use of a highly effective contraceptive method, with some …
Immigrant men 's perceptions and experiences of accompanying their partner for contraceptive counselling provided by midwives in Sweden- a qualitative study.
Kolak M, Agardh A, Rubertsson C, Hansson SR, Ekstrand Ragnar M. Kolak M, et al. PLoS One. 2024 Jan 2;19(1):e0295796. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0295796. eCollection 2024. PLoS One. 2024. PMID: 38165872 Free PMC article.
BACKGROUND: Male involvement in maternal health care has proven to be beneficial for improving maternal and child health and is often crucial in areas of family planning and contraceptive use. However, compared to male involvement in maternal health care, male involvement …
BACKGROUND: Male involvement in maternal health care has proven to be beneficial for improving maternal and child health and is often crucia …
Leveraging web search data in Germany to identify unmet needs of contraceptives on a population-based level: A longitudinal retrospective study.
Steiner C, Wecker H, Tizek L, Ziehfreund S, Preis S, Pfister K, Oberländer V, Biedermann T, Zink A. Steiner C, et al. Womens Health (Lond). 2024 Jan-Dec;20:17455057241256919. doi: 10.1177/17455057241256919. Womens Health (Lond). 2024. PMID: 38817049 Free PMC article.
While medical advice is an important resource for selecting the individual contraceptive, previous research has shown that the Internet has become an increasingly important source of health care information. ...The keywords were assigned to different categories based on wh …
While medical advice is an important resource for selecting the individual contraceptive, previous research has shown that the Intern …
The role of sex hormones, oral contraceptive use, and its parameters on visuospatial abilities, verbal fluency, and verbal memory.
Davignon LM, Brouillard A, Juster RP, Marin MF. Davignon LM, et al. Horm Behav. 2024 Jan;157:105454. doi: 10.1016/j.yhbeh.2023.105454. Epub 2023 Nov 18. Horm Behav. 2024. PMID: 37981465 Free article.
Performance was compared based on hormonal milieus (OC, EF, PO, men) and OC users' contraceptive androgenicity (anti, low, high). Correlations between performance, hormone levels and OC use duration were also conducted. ...
Performance was compared based on hormonal milieus (OC, EF, PO, men) and OC users' contraceptive androgenicity (anti, low, high). Cor …
Return to fertility, toxicology, and transgenerational impact of treatment with WIN 18,446, a potential male contraceptive, in mice.
Paik J, Haenisch M, Kim A, Snyder JM, Amory JK. Paik J, et al. Contraception. 2024 Jan;129:110306. doi: 10.1016/j.contraception.2023.110306. Epub 2023 Oct 7. Contraception. 2024. PMID: 37813273 Free PMC article.
OBJECTIVES: We examined the return to fertility and transgenerational impact of treatment with WIN 18,446, an experimental male contraceptive, in mice. STUDY DESIGN: We paired male mice treated with WIN 18,446 for 4 weeks to suppress spermatogenesis, followed by a 9-week r …
OBJECTIVES: We examined the return to fertility and transgenerational impact of treatment with WIN 18,446, an experimental male contracep …
Nonhormonal Male Contraceptive Development-Strategies for Progress.
Nickels L, Yan W. Nickels L, et al. Pharmacol Rev. 2023 Dec 15;76(1):37-48. doi: 10.1124/pharmrev.122.000787. Pharmacol Rev. 2023. PMID: 38101934 Free PMC article. Review.
Despite the widely demonstrated public health benefits of contraception, limited contraceptive options are available for men, placing both the contraceptive burden and opportunity solely on women. This review outlines the need for an increased focus on male contr …
Despite the widely demonstrated public health benefits of contraception, limited contraceptive options are available for men, placing …
Novel progestogenic androgens for male contraception: design, synthesis, and activity of C7 α-substituted testosterone†.
Lee MS, Bunin DI, Furimsky AM, Nguyen D, Parman T, Kim K, Rausch L, Lin MT, Gupta P, Brown JE, Kroopnick JM, Blithe DL. Lee MS, et al. Biol Reprod. 2023 Dec 11;109(6):851-863. doi: 10.1093/biolre/ioad111. Biol Reprod. 2023. PMID: 37669128 Free PMC article.
Male contraceptive development has included use of testosterone (T) with or without a progestin or the use of a single molecule such as progestogenic androgens (PA) for suppression of testicular T production. ...The discovery of aromatizable molecules with reduced metaboli …
Male contraceptive development has included use of testosterone (T) with or without a progestin or the use of a single molecule such …
Time to initiation of modern contraceptive method use after childbirth and its predictors in Southern Ethiopia: a retrospective follow-up study.
Mugoro EA, Mekango DE, Lule TA, Jena BH, Turuse EA. Mugoro EA, et al. BMC Womens Health. 2023 Dec 8;23(1):658. doi: 10.1186/s12905-023-02809-y. BMC Womens Health. 2023. PMID: 38066584 Free PMC article.
The Box and Whisker plot was used to estimate the time to initiation of modern contraceptive use. A Weibull regression model was applied to identify predictors of time to initiation of modern contraceptive use. ...Emphasis should be given to older women, women with …
The Box and Whisker plot was used to estimate the time to initiation of modern contraceptive use. A Weibull regression model was appl …
Understanding school-going adolescent's preferences for accessing HIV and contraceptive care: findings from a discrete choice experiment among learners in Gauteng, South Africa.
Govathson C, Long L, Moolla A, Mngadi-Ncube S, Ngcobo N, Mongwenyana C, Lince-Deroche N, Pascoe S. Govathson C, et al. BMC Health Serv Res. 2023 Dec 8;23(1):1378. doi: 10.1186/s12913-023-10414-w. BMC Health Serv Res. 2023. PMID: 38066547 Free PMC article.
Conditional logistic regression was used to determine preferred attributes for HIV and contraceptive service delivery. Results were stratified by gender and neighbourhood SES quintile (1 = Lowest SES; 5 = Highest SES). ...Staff attitude and confidentiality are key issues a …
Conditional logistic regression was used to determine preferred attributes for HIV and contraceptive service delivery. Results were s …
Contraceptive Methods Women Have Ever Used:United States, 2015-2019.
Daniels K, Abma JC. Daniels K, et al. Natl Health Stat Report. 2023 Dec;(195):1-18. Natl Health Stat Report. 2023. PMID: 38170816 Free article.
Most estimates shown are based on data on contraceptive methods ever used by the 10,122 interviewed women who had ever had sexual intercourse with a male partner. Results-Based on 2015-2019 data, virtually all women of reproductive age who had ever had sexual intercourse w …
Most estimates shown are based on data on contraceptive methods ever used by the 10,122 interviewed women who had ever had sexual int …
Sex and Female Empowerment (SAFE): Learning from health care providers, men and women to design a sexual health intervention for women with substance use disorders.
Andringa KR, Schott RM, Ellerson RM, Carroll S, Jones HE. Andringa KR, et al. Drug Alcohol Depend. 2023 Dec 1;253:111010. doi: 10.1016/j.drugalcdep.2023.111010. Epub 2023 Oct 31. Drug Alcohol Depend. 2023. PMID: 37931327 Free PMC article.
RESULTS: Eight themes and 12 sub-themes emerged that included how addiction impacts pregnancy planning and pregnancy motivations, the stigma and fear regarding accessing health services, the lack of accurate knowledge of the human reproductive cycle and contraceptive metho …
RESULTS: Eight themes and 12 sub-themes emerged that included how addiction impacts pregnancy planning and pregnancy motivations, the stigma …
Attitudes of women and pharmacists on the opportunity to obtain a progestogen-only pill over the counter - Italian outcomes.
Farris M, Arisi E, Mirjalili N, Nappi RE. Farris M, et al. Gynecol Endocrinol. 2023 Dec;39(1):2206922. doi: 10.1080/09513590.2023.2206922. Gynecol Endocrinol. 2023. PMID: 37141915 Free article.
METHODS: Cross-sectional, descriptive study based on an online survey of 1000 women and 100 pharmacists in Italy, part of a larger sample including Germany and Spain. RESULTS: Hormonal contraceptive methods are used by 35%; 5% of women reported currently not using contrace …
METHODS: Cross-sectional, descriptive study based on an online survey of 1000 women and 100 pharmacists in Italy, part of a larger sample in …
A stigma-reduction intervention targeting abortion and contraceptive use among adolescents in Kisumu County, Kenya: a quasi-experimental study.
Makenzius M, Rehnström Loi U, Otieno B, Oguttu M. Makenzius M, et al. Sex Reprod Health Matters. 2023 Dec;31(1):1881208. doi: 10.1080/26410397.2021.1881208. Sex Reprod Health Matters. 2023. PMID: 36846933 Free PMC article.
A classroom survey entailing two five-point Likert scales - the 18-item Adolescents Stigmatizing Attitudes, Beliefs and Actions (ASABA) scale, which measures abortion stigma, and the seven-item Contraceptive Use Stigma (CUS) scale - was conducted to collect data at baselin …
A classroom survey entailing two five-point Likert scales - the 18-item Adolescents Stigmatizing Attitudes, Beliefs and Actions (ASABA) scal …
Transforming masculine norms to improve men's contraceptive acceptance: results from a pilot intervention with men in western Kenya.
Newmann SJ, Zakaras JM, Rocca CH, Gorrindo P, Ndunyu L, Gitome S, Withers M, Bukusi EA, Dworkin SL. Newmann SJ, et al. Sex Reprod Health Matters. 2023 Dec;31(1):2170084. doi: 10.1080/26410397.2023.2170084. Sex Reprod Health Matters. 2023. PMID: 36811906 Free PMC article.
Men's adherence to constraining male gender norms can lead them to resist contraceptive use. Very few interventions have attempted to transform masculine norms to encourage greater contraceptive acceptance and gender equality. ...The intervention was not associated …
Men's adherence to constraining male gender norms can lead them to resist contraceptive use. Very few interventions have attempted to …
Muslim women's views and experiences of family planning in Saudi Arabia: a qualitative study.
Alomair N, Alageel S, Davies N, Bailey JV. Alomair N, et al. BMC Womens Health. 2023 Nov 25;23(1):625. doi: 10.1186/s12905-023-02786-2. BMC Womens Health. 2023. PMID: 38007464 Free PMC article.
BACKGROUND: Islamic beliefs are associated with decreased contraceptive use compared to other religions, and Muslim women's contraceptive needs are often unmet. Research is needed to provide an in-depth understanding of the complex set of barriers to Muslim women's …
BACKGROUND: Islamic beliefs are associated with decreased contraceptive use compared to other religions, and Muslim women's contra …
Prevalence and incidence of sexually transmitted infections among South African women initiating injectable and long-acting contraceptives.
Harryparsad R, Meyer B, Taku O, Serrano M, Chen PL, Gao X, Williamson AL, Mehou-Loko C, d'Hellencourt FL, Smit J, Strauss J, Nanda K, Ahmed K, Beksinska M, Buck G, Morrison C, Deese J, Masson L. Harryparsad R, et al. PLoS One. 2023 Nov 10;18(11):e0294285. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0294285. eCollection 2023. PLoS One. 2023. PMID: 37948399 Free PMC article. Clinical Trial.
Lateral vaginal wall swab samples were collected prior to contraceptive initiation and at months one and three following contraceptive initiation for STI testing. RESULTS: There were no significant differences in STI incidence and prevalence across contraceptive …
Lateral vaginal wall swab samples were collected prior to contraceptive initiation and at months one and three following contracep …
Development of a multi-level family planning intervention for couples in rural Uganda: key findings & adaptations made from community engaged research methods.
Muhumuza C, Sileo KM, Wanyenze RK, Kershaw TS, Lule H, Sekamatte S, Kiene SM. Muhumuza C, et al. BMC Womens Health. 2023 Oct 21;23(1):545. doi: 10.1186/s12905-023-02667-8. BMC Womens Health. 2023. PMID: 37865746 Free PMC article.
BACKGROUND: Uganda has among the highest fertility rates in the world and multi-level barriers contribute to the low contraceptive use. OBJECTIVE: The objective of this study was to develop a culturally and socially relevant, community-based intervention to increase con …
BACKGROUND: Uganda has among the highest fertility rates in the world and multi-level barriers contribute to the low contraceptive us …
Nigerian men and modern contraceptives: who are the non-users and what are their perceptions about family planning?
Akinyemi JO, Salawu MM, Afolabi RF, Adebowale AS. Akinyemi JO, et al. Pan Afr Med J. 2023 Oct 19;46:64. doi: 10.11604/pamj.2023.46.64.37248. eCollection 2023. Pan Afr Med J. 2023. PMID: 38282775 Free PMC article.
INTRODUCTION: the decision of men is pertinent to contraceptive uptake in a patriarchal society like Nigeria. Earlier studies on contraception in Nigeria have focused majorly on women. ...Significant predictors of non-use of contraceptives and perceptions about family plan …
INTRODUCTION: the decision of men is pertinent to contraceptive uptake in a patriarchal society like Nigeria. Earlier studies on cont …
Contraceptive methods and fertility testing in young adult survivors of childhood cancer.
Cherven B, Quast LF, Klosky JL, Gerhardt CA, Baust K, Calaminus G, Kaatsch P, Hagedoorn M, Tuinman MA, Lehmann V. Cherven B, et al. J Assist Reprod Genet. 2023 Oct;40(10):2391-2400. doi: 10.1007/s10815-023-02908-7. Epub 2023 Aug 16. J Assist Reprod Genet. 2023. PMID: 37584730 Free PMC article.
PURPOSE: Reproductive health is important, but often neglected in cancer survivorship care. This study explored contraceptive use and factors associated with fertility testing among young adult survivors of childhood cancer in Germany. ...CONCLUSION: In this sample of youn …
PURPOSE: Reproductive health is important, but often neglected in cancer survivorship care. This study explored contraceptive use and …
The association between contraceptive use and desired number of children among sexually active men in Zambia.
Bwalya BB, Kasonde ME, Mulenga JN, Mapoma CC, Wamunyima N, Siamianze B, Onukogu O. Bwalya BB, et al. BMC Public Health. 2023 Sep 20;23(1):1833. doi: 10.1186/s12889-023-16750-0. BMC Public Health. 2023. PMID: 37730599 Free PMC article.
BACKGROUND: Contraceptive methods have been used to space births, but also to limit a couple's desired number of children. ...In our study, we sought to determine linkages between contraceptive use and desired number of children, as well as associated demographic an …
BACKGROUND: Contraceptive methods have been used to space births, but also to limit a couple's desired number of children. ...In our …
Contraceptive use and sexual quality of life of patients with thalassemia in Northern Cyprus: a descriptive cross-sectional study.
Tastan S, Ciftci HD. Tastan S, et al. Afr Health Sci. 2023 Sep;23(3):70-78. doi: 10.4314/ahs.v23i3.10. Afr Health Sci. 2023. PMID: 38357181 Free PMC article.
OBJECTIVE: Although contraception methods are an important factor affecting sexual life, no literature has been recorded about the contraceptive methods used and the sexual life of thalassemia patients. The aim of this study is to document the effects of and preferences of …
OBJECTIVE: Although contraception methods are an important factor affecting sexual life, no literature has been recorded about the contra …
Interactions of the male contraceptive target EPPIN with semenogelin-1 and small organic ligands.
Gomes AAS, Santos NCM, Rosa LR, Borges RJ, Fontes MRM, Hamil KG, O'Rand MG, Silva EJR. Gomes AAS, et al. Sci Rep. 2023 Sep 1;13(1):14382. doi: 10.1038/s41598-023-41365-1. Sci Rep. 2023. PMID: 37658081 Free PMC article.
Novel male contraceptives will promote gender equality in sharing contraceptive responsibility. The sperm-associated protein epididymal protease inhibitor (EPPIN) is a promising target for non-hormonal male contraception. ...
Novel male contraceptives will promote gender equality in sharing contraceptive responsibility. The sperm-associated protein epididym …
The impact of natural menstrual cycle and oral contraceptive pill phase on substrate oxidation during rest and acute submaximal aerobic exercise.
Williams JS, Stone JC, Masood Z, Bostad W, Gibala MJ, MacDonald MJ. Williams JS, et al. J Appl Physiol (1985). 2023 Sep 1;135(3):642-654. doi: 10.1152/japplphysiol.00111.2023. Epub 2023 Jul 27. J Appl Physiol (1985). 2023. PMID: 37498292 Free article.
Our purpose was to examine the impact of the natural menstrual cycle (NAT) and second- and third-generation oral contraceptive pill (OCP2 and OCP3) cycle phases on substrate oxidation during rest and submaximal aerobic exercise. ...
Our purpose was to examine the impact of the natural menstrual cycle (NAT) and second- and third-generation oral contraceptive pill ( …
A pilot quasi-experimental controlled trial of a community-based, multilevel family planning intervention for couples in rural Uganda: evidence of feasibility, acceptability, and effect on contraceptive uptake among those with an unmet need for family planning.
Sileo KM, Muhumuza C, Wanyenze RK, Kershaw TS, Sekamatte S, Lule H, Kiene SM. Sileo KM, et al. Contraception. 2023 Sep;125:110096. doi: 10.1016/j.contraception.2023.110096. Epub 2023 Jun 22. Contraception. 2023. PMID: 37355086 Free PMC article. Clinical Trial.
From no use at baseline, there was 31% more high efficacy contraceptive uptake at 7 months and 40% more at 10 months in intervention versus comparator couples (adjusted odds ratio = 1.68, 95% confidence interval = 0.78-3.62, p = 0.19). ...A quasi-experimental controlled tr …
From no use at baseline, there was 31% more high efficacy contraceptive uptake at 7 months and 40% more at 10 months in intervention …
The use of contraceptives and their nutritional impact on medical students.
Visnhieski JC, Senesi LG, Fraga FS, Amaral VFD. Visnhieski JC, et al. Rev Assoc Med Bras (1992). 2023 Aug 4;69(suppl 1):e2023S119. doi: 10.1590/1806-9282.2023S119. eCollection 2023. Rev Assoc Med Bras (1992). 2023. PMID: 37556638 Free PMC article.
OBJECTIVE: This study aimed to analyze the impact of contraceptives on medical students at the Federal University of Parana and verify adherence, consequences, and lifestyle effects of the contraceptive method used. METHODS: This is an observational, cross-sectional study …
OBJECTIVE: This study aimed to analyze the impact of contraceptives on medical students at the Federal University of Parana and verify adher …
Health care provider bias in the Appalachian region: The frequency and impact of contraceptive coercion.
Swan LET, Senderowicz LG, Lefmann T, Ely GE. Swan LET, et al. Health Serv Res. 2023 Aug;58(4):772-780. doi: 10.1111/1475-6773.14157. Epub 2023 Apr 5. Health Serv Res. 2023. PMID: 37020244 Free PMC article.
CONCLUSIONS: This study utilized novel person-centered measures to investigate contraceptive coercion in the Appalachian region. Findings highlight the negative impact of contraceptive coercion on patients' reproductive autonomy. Promoting contraceptive acces …
CONCLUSIONS: This study utilized novel person-centered measures to investigate contraceptive coercion in the Appalachian region. Find …
Sex and gender in hypertension guidelines.
Meinert F, Thomopoulos C, Kreutz R. Meinert F, et al. J Hum Hypertens. 2023 Aug;37(8):654-661. doi: 10.1038/s41371-022-00793-8. Epub 2023 Jan 10. J Hum Hypertens. 2023. PMID: 36627514 Free PMC article. Review.
There is also a consensus about the need for blood pressure monitoring before and during the use of contraceptive pills. For management of pregnancy, several guidelines still recommend no active treatment in pregnant women without severe forms of hypertension, despite a wi …
There is also a consensus about the need for blood pressure monitoring before and during the use of contraceptive pills. For manageme …
Client-centered counseling and facilitation in improving modern contraceptive uptake in urban slum of Karachi Pakistan.
Fazal ZZ, Zeeshan NUH, Moin G, Bachlany A, Shafiq Y, Muhammad A. Fazal ZZ, et al. PLoS One. 2023 Jul 31;18(7):e0289107. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0289107. eCollection 2023. PLoS One. 2023. PMID: 37523392 Free PMC article.
METHODS: In Rehri Goth, a slum located in Karachi, client-centered counseling along with facilitation at the facility was implemented to encourage the adoption of any modern contraceptive methods, with a specific emphasis on promoting the use of LARCs and permanent methods …
METHODS: In Rehri Goth, a slum located in Karachi, client-centered counseling along with facilitation at the facility was implemented to enc …
Reasons and prevention strategies of unintended pregnancy in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia: a phenomenological qualitative study.
Yalew AZ, Olayemi OO, Yalew AW. Yalew AZ, et al. BMJ Open. 2023 Jul 25;13(7):e072008. doi: 10.1136/bmjopen-2023-072008. BMJ Open. 2023. PMID: 37491099 Free PMC article.
These include: Personal characteristics (negligence; lower pregnancy expectation), family influence (fear of family), sociocultural and economic influence (stigma and discrimination), healthcare provider influence (disrespectful and abusive approach; disregard for women's cont …
These include: Personal characteristics (negligence; lower pregnancy expectation), family influence (fear of family), sociocultural and econ …
Understanding feasibility and acceptability of implementation of linking delivery of family planning and infant vaccination care in rural Maharashtra, India: a qualitative study.
Averbach S, Thomas EE, Kully G, Nazarbegian M, Ghule M, Rabin BA, Raj A, Bhan N. Averbach S, et al. BMC Pregnancy Childbirth. 2023 Jul 15;23(1):519. doi: 10.1186/s12884-023-05830-z. BMC Pregnancy Childbirth. 2023. PMID: 37454051 Free PMC article.
RESULTS: Three major themes emerged: (1) Social fertility and gender norms including son preference and male control over contraceptive decision-making influence postpartum contraceptive access and choice. (2) Linking contraceptive care and infant vaccination …
RESULTS: Three major themes emerged: (1) Social fertility and gender norms including son preference and male control over contraceptive …
Sexual autonomy and the use of modern contraceptives in Nigeria: Evidence from the 2018 demographic and health survey.
Ilori T, Adewale BA, Obembe TA, Morakinyo OM. Ilori T, et al. Ann Afr Med. 2023 Jul-Sep;22(3):352-358. doi: 10.4103/aam.aam_86_22. Ann Afr Med. 2023. PMID: 37417025 Free PMC article.
Sexual autonomy was also a significant predictor of modern contraceptive use (odds ratio = 1.35, 95% confidence interval: 1.25-1.46). CONCLUSION: There is a very low prevalence of modern contraceptive use among women in Nigeria. ...Thus, women empowerment and girl-c …
Sexual autonomy was also a significant predictor of modern contraceptive use (odds ratio = 1.35, 95% confidence interval: 1.25-1.46). …
Interest in advance provision of abortion pills: a national survey of potential users in the USA.
Lerma K, Blumenthal PD. Lerma K, et al. BMJ Sex Reprod Health. 2023 Jul;49(3):183-191. doi: 10.1136/bmjsrh-2022-201775. Epub 2023 Mar 7. BMJ Sex Reprod Health. 2023. PMID: 36882325 Free article.
We explored interest in advance provision of abortion pills, participant characteristics, including demographics and pregnancy history, contraceptive use, abortion knowledge and comfort, and healthcare system distrust. We used descriptive statistics to assess interest in a …
We explored interest in advance provision of abortion pills, participant characteristics, including demographics and pregnancy history, c …
Generation of humanized LDHC knock-in mice as a tool to assess human LDHC-targeting contraceptive drugs.
Iida-Norita R, Miyata H, Kaneda Y, Emori C, Noda T, Nakagawa T, Matzuk MM, Ikawa M. Iida-Norita R, et al. Andrology. 2023 Jul;11(5):840-848. doi: 10.1111/andr.13359. Epub 2022 Dec 19. Andrology. 2023. PMID: 36464740 Free article.
Differences in the effect of the LDH inhibitor between WT and hLDHC KI mice indicate that hLDHC KI mice can be a good model to assess hLDHC inhibitors for preclinical contraceptive studies....
Differences in the effect of the LDH inhibitor between WT and hLDHC KI mice indicate that hLDHC KI mice can be a good model to assess hLDHC …
Safety of multiple administrations of spermicidal LL-37 antimicrobial peptide into the mouse female reproductive tract.
Lee SG, Kiattiburut W, Burke Schinkel SC, Angel J, Tanphaichitr N. Lee SG, et al. Mol Hum Reprod. 2023 Jun 30;29(7):gaad023. doi: 10.1093/molehr/gaad023. Mol Hum Reprod. 2023. PMID: 37326833 Free PMC article.
We have previously demonstrated spermicidal activity of LL-37 antimicrobial peptide on mouse/human sperm and its contraceptive effects in female mice. With its microbicidal action against Neisseria gonorrhoeae, LL-37 warrants development into a multipurpose prevention tech …
We have previously demonstrated spermicidal activity of LL-37 antimicrobial peptide on mouse/human sperm and its contraceptive effect …
Striatal dopamine synthesis and cognitive flexibility differ between hormonal contraceptive users and nonusers.
Taylor CM, Furman DJ, Berry AS, White RL 3rd, Jagust WJ, D'Esposito M, Jacobs EG. Taylor CM, et al. Cereb Cortex. 2023 Jun 20;33(13):8485-8495. doi: 10.1093/cercor/bhad134. Cereb Cortex. 2023. PMID: 37160338 Free PMC article.
Participants consisted of 36 healthy women (n = 15 hormonal contraceptive users; n = 21 naturally cycling/non users of hormonal contraception), and men (n = 20) as a comparison group. A behavioral index of cognitive flexibility was assessed prior to PET imaging. Hormonal …
Participants consisted of 36 healthy women (n = 15 hormonal contraceptive users; n = 21 naturally cycling/non users of hormonal contr …
Recommended reference intervals for copper and zinc in serum using the US National Health and Nutrition Examination surveys (NHANES) data.
Andrew D, Gail R, Morag B, Kishor R. Andrew D, et al. Clin Chim Acta. 2023 Jun 1;546:117397. doi: 10.1016/j.cca.2023.117397. Epub 2023 May 29. Clin Chim Acta. 2023. PMID: 37257713 Free article.
Serum copper concentrations were affected by age, gender, ethnicity, pregnancy, use of oral contraceptive pill, health status and smoking (in males). Serum zinc concentrations were affected by gender, age, fasting, ethnicity, serum albumin concentration, health status (in …
Serum copper concentrations were affected by age, gender, ethnicity, pregnancy, use of oral contraceptive pill, health status and smo …
A comprehensive overview by region of condoms, natural family planning, and spermicide as a contraceptive method among men aged 13-54 years attending contraceptive services in England.
Jordan A, Wilson AD. Jordan A, et al. Public Health. 2023 Jun;219:110-116. doi: 10.1016/j.puhe.2023.03.023. Epub 2023 May 8. Public Health. 2023. PMID: 37163786 Free article. Review.
OBJECTIVES: This study aimed to (1) provide a comprehensive overview of contraceptive methods self-reported by men in England, over 5 years, focusing on condoms in comparison to any male method; and (2) explore condom as a contraceptive method by region and ethnicit …
OBJECTIVES: This study aimed to (1) provide a comprehensive overview of contraceptive methods self-reported by men in England, over 5 …
Pediatric Resident Perspectives on Long-Acting Reversible Contraception Training: A Cross-Sectional Survey of Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education Trainees.
Krass P, Sieke EH, Joshi P, Akers AY, Wood SM. Krass P, et al. J Adolesc Health. 2023 Jun;72(6):964-971. doi: 10.1016/j.jadohealth.2023.01.016. Epub 2023 Mar 10. J Adolesc Health. 2023. PMID: 36907801 Free PMC article.
PURPOSE: Although pediatricians are primary care providers for most adolescents, pediatric residents receive limited training on long-acting reversible contraceptive (LARC) methods. This study aimed to characterize pediatric resident comfort with placing contraceptive …
PURPOSE: Although pediatricians are primary care providers for most adolescents, pediatric residents receive limited training on long-acting …
ZB-06, a vaginal film containing an engineered human contraceptive antibody (HC4-N), demonstrates safety and efficacy in a phase 1 postcoital test and safety study.
Thurman AR, Moench TR, Hoke M, Politch JA, Cabral H, Mausser E, Nador E, Morton J, Hamorsky K, Swope K, Bratcher B, Anderson DJ, Whaley KJ. Thurman AR, et al. Am J Obstet Gynecol. 2023 Jun;228(6):716.e1-716.e12. doi: 10.1016/j.ajog.2023.02.024. Epub 2023 Mar 2. Am J Obstet Gynecol. 2023. PMID: 36870409 Free PMC article. Clinical Trial.
To meet the growing demand for new contraceptives, ZabBio developed ZB-06, a vaginal film containing HC4-N, a human contraceptive antibody that inactivates sperm. OBJECTIVE: This study aimed to assess the potential contraceptive activity of the ZB-06 film using a su …
To meet the growing demand for new contraceptives, ZabBio developed ZB-06, a vaginal film containing HC4-N, a human contraceptive ant …
Intersection of reproductive coercion and intimate partner violence: cross-sectional influences on women's contraceptive use in Burkina Faso, Cote d'Ivoire and Kenya.
Wood SN, Thomas HL, Thiongo M, Guiella G, Bazié F, Onadja Y, Mosso R, Fassassi R, Gichangi P, Decker MR. Wood SN, et al. BMJ Open. 2023 May 10;13(5):e065697. doi: 10.1136/bmjopen-2022-065697. BMJ Open. 2023. PMID: 37164455 Free PMC article.
OBJECTIVES: Among nationally representative cross-sections of women in need of contraception from Burkina Faso, Cote d'Ivoire and Kenya, we aimed to: (1) examine the intersection of past-year physical/sexual intimate partner violence (IPV), emotional IPV and reproductive coercion …
OBJECTIVES: Among nationally representative cross-sections of women in need of contraception from Burkina Faso, Cote d'Ivoire and Kenya, we …
Fertility and contraceptive dynamics amidst COVID-19: who is at greatest risk for unintended pregnancy among a cohort of adolescents and young adults in Nairobi, Kenya?
Wood SN, Byrne ME, Thiongo M, Devoto B, Wamue-Ngare G, Decker MR, Gichangi P. Wood SN, et al. BMJ Open. 2023 May 2;13(5):e068689. doi: 10.1136/bmjopen-2022-068689. BMJ Open. 2023. PMID: 37130679 Free PMC article.
OBJECTIVES: Among youth in Nairobi, we (1) characterised fertility and contraceptive use dynamics by gender; (2) estimated pregnancy prevalence over the pandemic; and (3) assessed factors associated with unintended pandemic pregnancy for young women. ...New marriages posed …
OBJECTIVES: Among youth in Nairobi, we (1) characterised fertility and contraceptive use dynamics by gender; (2) estimated pregnancy …
Postural sway is not affected by estrogen fluctuations during the menstrual cycle.
Reschechtko S, Nguyen TN, Tsang M, Giltvedt K, Kern M, Hooshmand S. Reschechtko S, et al. Physiol Rep. 2023 May;11(10):e15693. doi: 10.14814/phy2.15693. Physiol Rep. 2023. PMID: 37217442 Free PMC article.

During late follicular and mid-luteal phase, estradiol levels were lower in participants using oral contraceptives (mean differences [95% CI], respectively: -231.33; [-800.44, 337.87]; -613.26; [-1333.60, 107.07] pmol/L; main effect p < 0.001), reflecting expected consequences

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During late follicular and mid-luteal phase, estradiol levels were lower in participants using oral contraceptives (mean differences [95% CI …
The impact of community-based, peer-led sexual and reproductive health services on knowledge of HIV status among adolescents and young people aged 15 to 24 in Lusaka, Zambia: The Yathu Yathu cluster-randomised trial.
Hensen B, Floyd S, Phiri MM, Schaap A, Sigande L, Simuyaba M, Mwenge L, Zulu-Phiri R, Mwape L, Fidler S, Hayes R, Simwinga M, Ayles H. Hensen B, et al. PLoS Med. 2023 Apr 21;20(4):e1004203. doi: 10.1371/journal.pmed.1004203. eCollection 2023 Apr. PLoS Med. 2023. PMID: 37083700 Free PMC article. Clinical Trial.
We conducted a cross-sectional survey in 2021 to estimate the impact of Yathu Yathu on the primary outcome: knowledge of HIV status (self-reporting living with HIV or HIV testing in the last 12 months) and secondary outcomes, including use of pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) in th …
We conducted a cross-sectional survey in 2021 to estimate the impact of Yathu Yathu on the primary outcome: knowledge of HIV status (self-re …
Correlates of age at first birth among women in Ethiopia: use of multilevel survival analysis models.
Muluneh EK, Alemu M. Muluneh EK, et al. Pan Afr Med J. 2023 Apr 20;44:190. doi: 10.11604/pamj.2023.44.190.36090. eCollection 2023. Pan Afr Med J. 2023. PMID: 37484593 Free PMC article.
Age at first sex, age at first cohabitation, sex of household head, place of residence, religion, education level, contraceptive use and exposure to media were significant correlates of age at first birth of women in Ethiopia. Higher level of education was associated with …
Age at first sex, age at first cohabitation, sex of household head, place of residence, religion, education level, contraceptive use …
Husband's migration status and contraceptive behaviors of women: evidence from Middle-Ganga Plain of India.
Samanta R, Munda J. Samanta R, et al. BMC Womens Health. 2023 Apr 15;23(1):180. doi: 10.1186/s12905-023-02325-z. BMC Womens Health. 2023. PMID: 37061675 Free PMC article.
BACKGROUND: Male out-migration is negatively associated with contraceptive use in developing countries. This study aimed to examine the effect of male out-migration on the contraceptive behaviour of women in the Middle-Ganga Plain (MGP) region. ...Age, religion, fam …
BACKGROUND: Male out-migration is negatively associated with contraceptive use in developing countries. This study aimed to examine t …
The urgent need for innovation in contraception.
Johnston DS, Kopf GS. Johnston DS, et al. Biol Reprod. 2023 Apr 11;108(4):519-521. doi: 10.1093/biolre/ioad020. Biol Reprod. 2023. PMID: 36780138 Free PMC article.
Despite advancements in medicine over the past decades, there exists a significant unmet global need for new and improved contraceptive methods for men and women. The development of innovative contraceptives will be facilitated via advancements in biomedical science, biome …
Despite advancements in medicine over the past decades, there exists a significant unmet global need for new and improved contraceptive …
Fertility, Contraception, and Fertility Preservation in Trans Individuals.
Feil K, Reiser E, Braun AS, Böttcher B, Toth B. Feil K, et al. Dtsch Arztebl Int. 2023 Apr 7;120(14):243-250. doi: 10.3238/arztebl.m2023.0026. Dtsch Arztebl Int. 2023. PMID: 36794399 Free PMC article. Review.
GAHT is not in itself a reliable method of contraception, and persons about to undergo GAHT should always receive contraceptive counseling....
GAHT is not in itself a reliable method of contraception, and persons about to undergo GAHT should always receive contraceptive couns …
Effects of biological sex and oral contraceptive pill use on cutaneous microvascular endothelial function and nitric oxide-dependent vasodilation in humans.
Turner CG, Stanhewicz AE, Nielsen KE, Otis JS, Feresin RG, Wong BJ. Turner CG, et al. J Appl Physiol (1985). 2023 Apr 1;134(4):858-867. doi: 10.1152/japplphysiol.00586.2022. Epub 2023 Mar 2. J Appl Physiol (1985). 2023. PMID: 36861674 Free PMC article.
The purpose of this study was to evaluate in vivo endothelial function and nitric oxide (NO)-dependent vasodilation between women in either menstrual or placebo pill phases of their respective hormonal exposure [either naturally cycling (NC) or using oral contraceptive pil …
The purpose of this study was to evaluate in vivo endothelial function and nitric oxide (NO)-dependent vasodilation between women in either …
LALAPG variant of the Human Contraception Antibody (HCA) reduces Fc-mediated effector functions while maintaining sperm agglutination activity.
Mausser E, Nador E, Politch JA, Pauly MR, Marathe JG, Moench TR, Zeitlin L, Whaley KJ, Anderson DJ. Mausser E, et al. PLoS One. 2023 Mar 30;18(3):e0282147. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0282147. eCollection 2023. PLoS One. 2023. PMID: 36996137 Free PMC article.
The purpose of this study was to document HCA Fc effector functions and determine whether an engineered variant of HCA with a modified Fc region, HCA-LALAPG, retains desirable contraceptive activity while minimizing Fc-mediated effects. Fab and Fc functions were compared b …
The purpose of this study was to document HCA Fc effector functions and determine whether an engineered variant of HCA with a modified Fc re …
A qualitative study of influences on the uptake of contraceptive services among people of reproductive age in Uganda.
Namanda C, Atuyambe L, Ssali S, Mukose A, Tumwesigye NM, Makumbi FE, Tweheyo R, Gidudu A, Sekimpi C, Hashim CV, Nicholson M, Ddungu P. Namanda C, et al. BMC Womens Health. 2023 Mar 25;23(1):130. doi: 10.1186/s12905-023-02274-7. BMC Womens Health. 2023. PMID: 36964537 Free PMC article.
Religious leaders and mothers-in-law were reported to mainly discourage people from taking up modern contraceptive methods. The cultural value attached to having many children influenced the contraceptive use decision among people in rural settings. ...CONCLUSIONS: …
Religious leaders and mothers-in-law were reported to mainly discourage people from taking up modern contraceptive methods. The cultu …
Access to public sector family planning services and modern contraceptive methods in South Africa: A qualitative evaluation from community and health care provider perspectives.
Kriel Y, Milford C, Cordero JP, Suleman F, Steyn PS, Smit JA. Kriel Y, et al. PLoS One. 2023 Mar 17;18(3):e0282996. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0282996. eCollection 2023. PLoS One. 2023. PMID: 36930610 Free PMC article.
There is also stagnation in the fertility rate indicators and contraceptive use data, indicating that there may be challenges to accessing contraception. ...This study illustrated the importance of examining access as a holistic concept and to assess each component's influ …
There is also stagnation in the fertility rate indicators and contraceptive use data, indicating that there may be challenges to acce …
Attitudes and perceptions towards postpartum contraceptive use among seroconcordant partners with HIV in rural Mozambique: a qualitative study.
Sack DE, Emílio A, Graves E, Matino A, Paulo P, Aboobacar AU, De Schacht C, Audet CM. Sack DE, et al. Glob Health Res Policy. 2023 Mar 15;8(1):7. doi: 10.1186/s41256-023-00292-4. Glob Health Res Policy. 2023. PMID: 36918959 Free PMC article.
BACKGROUND: Postpartum contraceptive uptake reduces short interpregnancy intervals, unintended pregnancies, and their negative sequalae: poor maternal and fetal outcomes. ...Finally, they explained the skills needed to overcome barriers to contraceptive use includin …
BACKGROUND: Postpartum contraceptive uptake reduces short interpregnancy intervals, unintended pregnancies, and their negative sequal …
Association of Primary Care Physicians' Individual- and Community-Level Characteristics With Contraceptive Service Provision to Medicaid Beneficiaries.
Bodas M, Strasser J, Luo Q, Schenk E, Chen C. Bodas M, et al. JAMA Health Forum. 2023 Mar 3;4(3):e230106. doi: 10.1001/jamahealthforum.2023.0106. JAMA Health Forum. 2023. PMID: 36930168 Free PMC article.
IMPORTANCE: Little is known about primary care physicians who provide contraceptive services to Medicaid beneficiaries. Evaluating this workforce may help explain barriers to accessing these services since contraceptive care access is critical for Medicaid beneficia …
IMPORTANCE: Little is known about primary care physicians who provide contraceptive services to Medicaid beneficiaries. Evaluating th …
Validation of the Fertility Norms Scale and Association with Fertility Intention and Contraceptive Use in India.
Bhan N, Johns NE, Chatterji S, Thomas EE, Rao N, Ghule M, Lundgren R, Raj A. Bhan N, et al. Stud Fam Plann. 2023 Mar;54(1):39-61. doi: 10.1111/sifp.12227. Epub 2023 Jan 23. Stud Fam Plann. 2023. PMID: 36691257 Free PMC article.
Social norms related to fertility may be driving pregnancy desire, timing and contraceptive use, but measurement has lagged. We validated a 10-item injunctive Fertility Norms Scale (FNS) and examined its associations with family planning outcomes among 1021 women and 1020 …
Social norms related to fertility may be driving pregnancy desire, timing and contraceptive use, but measurement has lagged. We valid …
Why we need more methods for male contraception.
Nieschlag E, Nieschlag S. Nieschlag E, et al. Andrology. 2023 Mar;11(3):421-424. doi: 10.1111/andr.13343. Epub 2022 Dec 2. Andrology. 2023. PMID: 36415925 Free article.
Post-randomization Differences in Condomless Vaginal Sex Among Women Randomized to Intramuscular Depot Medroxyprogesterone Acetate Injections, a Copper Intrauterine Device or a Levonorgestrel Implant in the ECHO Trial.
Deese J, Chen PL, Gao X, Heffron R, Hobbs M, Lapple D, Jaspan H, Miller A, Nair G, Onono M, Palanee-Phillips T, Reddy K, Steiner MJ. Deese J, et al. AIDS Behav. 2023 Mar;27(3):978-983. doi: 10.1007/s10461-022-03834-y. Epub 2022 Nov 11. AIDS Behav. 2023. PMID: 36357806 Free PMC article. Clinical Trial.
The Evidence for Contraceptive Options and HIV Outcomes (ECHO) trial found no substantial difference in HIV acquisition risk between women randomised to injectable intramuscular depot medroxyprogesterone acetate (DMPA-IM), copper intrauterine device (Cu-IUD) or the levonor …
The Evidence for Contraceptive Options and HIV Outcomes (ECHO) trial found no substantial difference in HIV acquisition risk between …
A Field Test of the NORMAL Job Aid With Community Health Workers in Kenya to Address Contraceptive-Induced Menstrual Changes.
Burke HM, Wamburi A, Rademacher KH, Wong CM, Were E, Hoppes E, Solomon M. Burke HM, et al. Glob Health Sci Pract. 2023 Feb 28;11(1):e2200364. doi: 10.9745/GHSP-D-22-00364. Print 2023 Feb 28. Glob Health Sci Pract. 2023. PMID: 36853636 Free PMC article.
INTRODUCTION: Concerns about contraceptive-induced menstrual changes (CIMCs) contribute to nonuse and discontinuation of family planning (FP). ...
INTRODUCTION: Concerns about contraceptive-induced menstrual changes (CIMCs) contribute to nonuse and discontinuation of family plann …
'The wife should do as her husband advises': Understanding factors influencing contraceptive use decision making among married Pakistani couples-Qualitative study.
Sarfraz M, Hamid S, Kulane A, Jayasuriya R. Sarfraz M, et al. PLoS One. 2023 Feb 16;18(2):e0277173. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0277173. eCollection 2023. PLoS One. 2023. PMID: 36795781 Free PMC article.
This paper explores the perceptions and attitudes of married couples which prevent them from using modern contraceptive for purpose of family planning, based on semi-structured interviews with 16 married couples from rural Pakistan. ...This study also helped identify the c …
This paper explores the perceptions and attitudes of married couples which prevent them from using modern contraceptive for purpose o …
Willingness to Use Male Contraceptive Pill: Spain-Mozambique Comparison.
Gómez-Torres P, Lucha-López AC, Mallery A, Martínez-Pérez GZ, Vera Cruz G. Gómez-Torres P, et al. Int J Environ Res Public Health. 2023 Feb 15;20(4):3404. doi: 10.3390/ijerph20043404. Int J Environ Res Public Health. 2023. PMID: 36834096 Free PMC article.
Previous studies have suggested that social and cultural factors significantly influence people's willingness to use the male contraceptive pill, which is in relatively advanced development. The present study aims at comparing Spanish and Mozambican participants level of w …
Previous studies have suggested that social and cultural factors significantly influence people's willingness to use the male contracepti …
Modern contraceptive utilisation and its associated factors among reproductive age women in high fertility regions of Ethiopia: a multilevel analysis of Ethiopia Demographic and Health Survey.
Belachew TB, Negash WD, Bitew DA, Asmamaw DB. Belachew TB, et al. BMJ Open. 2023 Feb 14;13(2):e066432. doi: 10.1136/bmjopen-2022-066432. BMJ Open. 2023. PMID: 36787981 Free PMC article.
A multilevel mixed-effect binary logistic regression model was fitted to identify the significant associated factors of modern contraceptive utilisation. Statistical significance was determined using adjusted OR (AOR) with 95% CI. RESULTS: The overall modern contracepti …
A multilevel mixed-effect binary logistic regression model was fitted to identify the significant associated factors of modern contracept …
Exploring the effects of COVID-19 on family planning: results from a qualitative study in rural Uganda following COVID-19 lockdown.
Sileo KM, Muhumuza C, Helal T, Olfers A, Lule H, Sekamatte S, Kershaw TS, Wanyenze RK, Kiene SM. Sileo KM, et al. Reprod Health. 2023 Feb 9;20(1):31. doi: 10.1186/s12978-023-01566-3. Reprod Health. 2023. PMID: 36759838 Free PMC article.
RESULTS: We identified a significant disruption to the delivery of family planning services due to COVID-19, with potential negative effects on contraceptive use and risk for unintended pregnancy. COVID-19 had a negative effect on individual enabling factors such as family …
RESULTS: We identified a significant disruption to the delivery of family planning services due to COVID-19, with potential negative effects …
Screening through Lead Optimization of High Affinity, Allosteric Cyclin-Dependent Kinase 2 (CDK2) Inhibitors as Male Contraceptives That Reduce Sperm Counts in Mice.
Faber EB, Wang N, John K, Sun L, Wong HL, Burban D, Francis R, Tian D, Hong KH, Yang A, Wang L, Elsaid M, Khalid H, Levinson NM, Schönbrunn E, Hawkinson JE, Georg GI. Faber EB, et al. J Med Chem. 2023 Feb 9;66(3):1928-1940. doi: 10.1021/acs.jmedchem.2c01731. Epub 2023 Jan 26. J Med Chem. 2023. PMID: 36701569 Free PMC article.
These allosteric inhibitors are selective for CDK2 over structurally similar CDK1 and show contraceptive potential. Herein, we describe the screening and optimization that led to compounds like EF-4-177 with nanomolar affinity for CDK2. ...
These allosteric inhibitors are selective for CDK2 over structurally similar CDK1 and show contraceptive potential. Herein, we descri …
The role of social norms on adolescent family planning in rural Kilifi county, Kenya.
Lahiri S, Bingenheimer J, Sedlander E, Munar W, Rimal R. Lahiri S, et al. PLoS One. 2023 Feb 2;18(2):e0275824. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0275824. eCollection 2023. PLoS One. 2023. PMID: 36730329 Free PMC article.
We then explored associations between descriptive norms, injunctive norms, and network modern contraceptive use on individual modern contraceptive use, controlling for known confounders using logistic regression models. ...Sensitivity analyses with a different estim …
We then explored associations between descriptive norms, injunctive norms, and network modern contraceptive use on individual modern …
Male contraception development: monitoring effective spermatogenesis suppression utilizing a user-controlled sperm concentration test compared with standard semen analysis.
Lue Y, Swerdloff R, Pak Y, Nguyen BT, Yuen F, Liu PY, Blithe DL, Wang C. Lue Y, et al. Fertil Steril. 2023 Feb;119(2):208-217. doi: 10.1016/j.fertnstert.2022.11.002. Epub 2022 Nov 5. Fertil Steril. 2023. PMID: 36347310 Free PMC article.
PARTICIPANT(S): Couples participating in the male contraceptive clinical trial. INTERVENTIONS: None. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURE(S): The ability by participants to monitor sperm suppression to a threshold compatible with contraceptive efficacy utilizing a user-controlled t …
PARTICIPANT(S): Couples participating in the male contraceptive clinical trial. INTERVENTIONS: None. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURE(S): The abi …
Associations between sexual and reproductive health knowledge, attitude and practice of partners and the occurrence of unintended pregnancy.
Liu R, Dong X, Ji X, Chen S, Yuan Q, Tao Y, Zhu Y, Wu S, Zhu J, Yang Y. Liu R, et al. Front Public Health. 2023 Jan 4;10:1042879. doi: 10.3389/fpubh.2022.1042879. eCollection 2022. Front Public Health. 2023. PMID: 36684880 Free PMC article.
In partner-paired regression analysis, compared with good contraceptive knowledge in both men and women in the partner, the risk of negative contraceptive practice was 1.7 times (aOR = 1.721, 95% CI = 1.234-2.400, p = 0.001) higher with good contraceptive kno …
In partner-paired regression analysis, compared with good contraceptive knowledge in both men and women in the partner, the risk of n …
Effects of oral contraceptives on intrusive memories: a secondary analysis of two studies using the trauma film paradigm in healthy women.
Maslahati T, Schultebraucks K, Galve Gómez M, Hellmann-Regen J, Otte C, Wingenfeld K, Roepke S. Maslahati T, et al. Eur J Psychotraumatol. 2023;14(2):2282003. doi: 10.1080/20008066.2023.2282003. Epub 2023 Dec 1. Eur J Psychotraumatol. 2023. PMID: 38039055 Free PMC article.
Recent research suggests an impact of oral contraceptive (OC) intake on PTSD and intrusive memories, a hallmark symptom of PTSD. Although a majority of women use OCs at some point in their lives, the effects on PTSD pathogenesis are only poorly understood.Objective: In the …
Recent research suggests an impact of oral contraceptive (OC) intake on PTSD and intrusive memories, a hallmark symptom of PTSD. Alth …
Family planning interventions in Jordan: A scoping review.
AlHamawi R, Khader Y, Al Nsour M, AlQutob R, Badran E. AlHamawi R, et al. Womens Health (Lond). 2023 Jan-Dec;19:17455057231170977. doi: 10.1177/17455057231170977. Womens Health (Lond). 2023. PMID: 37119031 Free PMC article.
BACKGROUND: Despite all efforts in Jordan to increase the demand and use of family planning services, many challenges have likely influenced fertility and contraceptive use outcomes. Improving accessibility and availability of family planning services and interventions to …
BACKGROUND: Despite all efforts in Jordan to increase the demand and use of family planning services, many challenges have likely influenced …
The Risk Factors of Acute Coronary Syndrome in Young Women: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.
Siagian SN, Christianto C, Angellia P, Holiyono HI. Siagian SN, et al. Curr Cardiol Rev. 2023;19(3):e161122210969. doi: 10.2174/1573403X19666221116113208. Curr Cardiol Rev. 2023. PMID: 36397628 Free PMC article.
Other risks such as heavy alcohol consumption, oral contraceptive use, and postmenopausal state were associated with higher risk of ACS. CONCLUSION: The independent risk factors which are strongly related to ACS in young women were diabetes mellitus, hypertension, and hype …
Other risks such as heavy alcohol consumption, oral contraceptive use, and postmenopausal state were associated with higher risk of A …
Handgrip strength reference intervals in Swedish, young, healthy adults: The LBA study.
Pettersson-Pablo P, Nilsson TK, Hurtig-Wennlöf A. Pettersson-Pablo P, et al. Nutrition. 2023 Jan;105:111867. doi: 10.1016/j.nut.2022.111867. Epub 2022 Oct 13. Nutrition. 2023. PMID: 36370493 Free article.
RESULTS: Men and women differed in HGS, but no significant difference was found in average HGS based on contraceptive use in women. Mean HGS was 53 kg in men and 34 kg in women, with a range of 22 kg to 90 kg in men and 16 kg to 73 kg in women. ...
RESULTS: Men and women differed in HGS, but no significant difference was found in average HGS based on contraceptive use in women. M …
Condom, modern contraceptive, and dual method use are associated with HIV status and relationship concurrency in a context of high mobility: A cross-sectional study of women of reproductive age in rural Kenya and Uganda, 2016.
Lee JK, Gutin SA, Getahun M, Okiring J, Neilands TB, Akullian A, Ssali S, Cohen CR, Maeri I, Eyul P, Kamya MR, Bukusi EA, Charlebois ED, Camlin CS. Lee JK, et al. Contraception. 2023 Jan;117:13-21. doi: 10.1016/j.contraception.2022.09.001. Epub 2022 Sep 14. Contraception. 2023. PMID: 36115610 Free PMC article.
While mobility is associated with higher-risk sexual behavior in women, a possible association with condom, modern contraceptive, and dual method use among women living with HIV (WLHIV), is unknown. In addition, HIV status and sexual behaviors such as relationship concurre …
While mobility is associated with higher-risk sexual behavior in women, a possible association with condom, modern contraceptive, and …
Preconception care practices among primary health care nurses working in public health facilities in KwaZulu-Natal.
Ukoha WC, Mtshali NG. Ukoha WC, et al. Glob Health Action. 2022 Dec 31;15(1):2112395. doi: 10.1080/16549716.2022.2112395. Glob Health Action. 2022. PMID: 36161863 Free PMC article.
Some aspects of PCC, like folic acid supplementation, would be relevant to people desiring a pregnancy. Alternatively, PCC could provide contraceptive support to those with no pregnancy intention. In South Africa, primary healthcare nurses provide a comprehensive package o …
Some aspects of PCC, like folic acid supplementation, would be relevant to people desiring a pregnancy. Alternatively, PCC could provide …
Women's household decision-making power and contraceptive use in Mali.
Seidu AA, Ahinkorah BO, Armah-Ansah EK, Dadzie LK, Aboagye RG, Ameyaw EK, Budu E, Zegeye B, Yaya S. Seidu AA, et al. Reprod Health. 2022 Dec 28;19(1):232. doi: 10.1186/s12978-022-01534-3. Reprod Health. 2022. PMID: 36578012 Free PMC article.
Several factors are associated with contraceptive use. However, little is known about the association between women's decision-making capacity and the utilization of contraceptives in Mali. ...Deciding alone on a visit to family or relatives was associated with lower odds …
Several factors are associated with contraceptive use. However, little is known about the association between women's decision-making …
Women's independent decision-making power and determinants on not to use contraceptives among currently married women in Ethiopia using demographic and Health Survey data: Multilevel Analysis.
Tesfa D, Azanaw MM, Gebremariam AD, Engidaw MT, Tiruneh M, Zemene MA, Anley DT, Dessie AM. Tesfa D, et al. BMC Womens Health. 2022 Dec 22;22(1):541. doi: 10.1186/s12905-022-02051-y. BMC Womens Health. 2022. PMID: 36550498 Free PMC article.
There are numerous unmet needs owing to partner or family objections, according to a scares study that illustrates women's independent decision-making capacity on whether or not to use a contraceptive. As a result, the purpose of this study was to analyze women's independe …
There are numerous unmet needs owing to partner or family objections, according to a scares study that illustrates women's independent decis …
The use of condoms and other birth control methods among sexually active school-going adolescents in nine sub-Saharan African countries.
James PB, Osborne A, Babawo LS, Bah AJ, Margao EK. James PB, et al. BMC Public Health. 2022 Dec 16;22(1):2358. doi: 10.1186/s12889-022-14855-6. BMC Public Health. 2022. PMID: 36527019 Free PMC article.
Despite efforts at national and global levels, contraceptive uptake among young people in Africa remains a challenge due to personal, societal, and health systems-based barriers. ...The non-use of other birth control methods at last sex was associated with being male [AOR …
Despite efforts at national and global levels, contraceptive uptake among young people in Africa remains a challenge due to personal, …
Prevalence and determinants of contraceptive method use among Bangladeshi women of reproductive age: a multilevel multinomial analysis.
Kundu S, Kundu S, Rahman MA, Kabir H, Al Banna MH, Basu S, Reza HM, Hossain A. Kundu S, et al. BMC Public Health. 2022 Dec 16;22(1):2357. doi: 10.1186/s12889-022-14857-4. BMC Public Health. 2022. PMID: 36526989 Free PMC article.
This study aimed to investigate the prevalence of using modern and traditional contraceptive methods and to determine the factors that explain the contraceptive methods use. ...Multilevel multinomial logistic regression was used to identify the factors associated wi …
This study aimed to investigate the prevalence of using modern and traditional contraceptive methods and to determine the factors tha …
Associations between Contraceptive Decision-Making and Marital Contraceptive Communication and use in Rural Maharashtra, India.
Nazarbegian M, Averbach S, Johns NE, Ghule M, Silverman J, Lundgren R, Battala M, Begum S, Raj A. Nazarbegian M, et al. Stud Fam Plann. 2022 Dec;53(4):617-637. doi: 10.1111/sifp.12214. Epub 2022 Oct 3. Stud Fam Plann. 2022. PMID: 36193029 Free PMC article.
Newer measures emphasize female agency. We examined three measures of contraceptive decision-making, the DHS and two agency-focused measures, to assess their associations with marital contraceptive communication and use in rural Maharashtra, India. ...The survey inc …
Newer measures emphasize female agency. We examined three measures of contraceptive decision-making, the DHS and two agency-focused m …
Dimethandrolone, a Potential Male Contraceptive Pill, is Primarily Metabolized by the Highly Polymorphic UDP-Glucuronosyltransferase 2B17 Enzyme in Human Intestine and Liver.
Sharma S, Ahire D, Basit A, Lajoie M, Wang C, Lee MS, Blithe DL, Amory JK, Singh DK, Heyward S, Prasad B. Sharma S, et al. Drug Metab Dispos. 2022 Dec;50(12):1493-1500. doi: 10.1124/dmd.122.001041. Epub 2022 Oct 2. Drug Metab Dispos. 2022. PMID: 36184078 Free PMC article.
Dimethandrolone undecanoate (DMAU), an oral investigational male hormonal contraceptive, is a prodrug that is rapidly converted to its active metabolite, dimethandrolone (DMA). ...SIGNIFICANCE STATEMENT: Dimethandrolone (DMA) is an active metabolite of dimethandrolone unde …
Dimethandrolone undecanoate (DMAU), an oral investigational male hormonal contraceptive, is a prodrug that is rapidly converted to it …
Utilization of propranolol hydrochloride mucoadhesive invasomes as a locally acting contraceptive: in-vitro, ex-vivo, and in-vivo evaluation.
Teaima MH, Eltabeeb MA, El-Nabarawi MA, Abdellatif MM. Teaima MH, et al. Drug Deliv. 2022 Dec;29(1):2549-2560. doi: 10.1080/10717544.2022.2100514. Drug Deliv. 2022. PMID: 35912869 Free PMC article.
It was found that propranolol hydrochloride (PNL), which is a beta-blocker used for hypertension treatment, has a potent spermicidal activity through local anesthetic activity or beta-blocking effect on sperm cells subsequently it could be used as a contraceptive remedy. T …
It was found that propranolol hydrochloride (PNL), which is a beta-blocker used for hypertension treatment, has a potent spermicidal activit …
Lack of Effect of Cenerimod, a Selective S1P(1) Receptor Modulator, on the Pharmacokinetics of a Combined Oral Contraceptive.
Juif PE, Mueller MS, Charfi H, Dingemanse J. Juif PE, et al. Int J Mol Sci. 2022 Nov 29;23(23):14986. doi: 10.3390/ijms232314986. Int J Mol Sci. 2022. PMID: 36499313 Free PMC article. Clinical Trial.
The effect of cenerimod on the pharmacokinetics (PK) of a combined oral contraceptive (COC, 100 g levonorgestrel and 20 g ethinylestradiol (EE)) was investigated. ...
The effect of cenerimod on the pharmacokinetics (PK) of a combined oral contraceptive (COC, 100 g levonorgestrel and 20 g ethinylestr …
Design, Synthesis, and Pharmacological Evaluation of Second-Generation Soluble Adenylyl Cyclase (sAC, ADCY10) Inhibitors with Slow Dissociation Rates.
Miller M, Rossetti T, Ferreira J, Ghanem L, Balbach M, Kaur N, Levin LR, Buck J, Kehr M, Coquille S, van den Heuvel J, Steegborn C, Fushimi M, Finkin-Groner E, Myers RW, Kargman S, Liverton NJ, Huggins DJ, Meinke PT. Miller M, et al. J Med Chem. 2022 Nov 24;65(22):15208-15226. doi: 10.1021/acs.jmedchem.2c01133. Epub 2022 Nov 8. J Med Chem. 2022. PMID: 36346696 Free PMC article.
Pharmacologic evaluation of existing sAC inhibitors for utility as on-demand, nonhormonal male contraceptives suggested that both high intrinsic potency, fast on and slow dissociation rates are essential design elements for successful male contraceptive applications. Durin …
Pharmacologic evaluation of existing sAC inhibitors for utility as on-demand, nonhormonal male contraceptives suggested that both high intri …
Women's and male partners' socio-demographic and economic characteristics associated with contraceptive decision making in Nigeria.
Okunlola DA. Okunlola DA. BMC Womens Health. 2022 Nov 16;22(1):450. doi: 10.1186/s12905-022-02045-w. BMC Womens Health. 2022. PMID: 36384510 Free PMC article.
BACKGROUND: Women's ability to make contraceptive decision can determine their contraceptive use which can improve their reproductive health and career. Improvement in such ability can increase contraceptive prevalence in Nigeria. However, factors that promot …
BACKGROUND: Women's ability to make contraceptive decision can determine their contraceptive use which can improve their repro …
Thermal male contraception: A study of users' motivation, experience, and satisfaction.
Joubert S, Tcherdukian J, Mieusset R, Perrin J. Joubert S, et al. Andrology. 2022 Nov;10(8):1500-1510. doi: 10.1111/andr.13264. Epub 2022 Aug 21. Andrology. 2022. PMID: 35934916 Free article.
PURPOSE: The aim of this study is to evaluate the motivations, experience, and acceptability of thermal male contraception (TMC) in male partners of couples requesting the use of TMC as the only couple contraceptive. MATERIALS AND METHODS: To the 72 men of couples seeking …
PURPOSE: The aim of this study is to evaluate the motivations, experience, and acceptability of thermal male contraception (TMC) in male par …
Post-abortion contraception, an opportunity for male partners and male contraception.
Nguyen BT, Jacobsohn TL. Nguyen BT, et al. Contraception. 2022 Nov;115:69-74. doi: 10.1016/j.contraception.2022.07.004. Epub 2022 Jul 21. Contraception. 2022. PMID: 35870483 Free PMC article.
We examined their beliefs about shared contraceptive responsibility, attitudes towards participating in contraceptive counseling, and willingness to use novel male contraceptives. ...Black respondents (aOR: 2.33; 95%CI: 1.01-5.38) exhibited greater interest in recei …
We examined their beliefs about shared contraceptive responsibility, attitudes towards participating in contraceptive counseli …
Male contraception is coming: Who do men want to prescribe their birth control?
Jacobsohn T, Nguyen BT, Brown JE, Thirumalai A, Massone M, Page ST, Wang C, Kroopnick J, Blithe DL. Jacobsohn T, et al. Contraception. 2022 Nov;115:44-48. doi: 10.1016/j.contraception.2022.04.014. Epub 2022 May 10. Contraception. 2022. PMID: 35550379 Free PMC article.
OBJECTIVE: To assess men's preferences for healthcare provider from whom they would obtain hormonal male contraceptive (HMC) methods. STUDY DESIGN: We asked participants from 3 clinical trials of investigational HMC methods-an oral pill (11beta-Methyl-19-nortestosterone-17 …
OBJECTIVE: To assess men's preferences for healthcare provider from whom they would obtain hormonal male contraceptive (HMC) methods. …
17BIPHE2, an engineered cathelicidin antimicrobial peptide with low susceptibility to proteases, is an effective spermicide and microbicide against Neisseria gonorrhoeae.
Lee SG, Kiattiburut W, Khongkha T, Schinkel SCB, Lunn Y, Decker AP, Mohammadi A, Vera-Cruz A, Misra A, Angel JB, Anderson DJ, Baker M, Kaul R, Wang G, Tanphaichitr N. Lee SG, et al. Hum Reprod. 2022 Oct 31;37(11):2503-2517. doi: 10.1093/humrep/deac188. Hum Reprod. 2022. PMID: 36053257 Free PMC article.
STUDY DESIGN, SIZE, DURATION: Spermicidal activities of 17BIPHE2 were evaluated in vitro in mouse and human sperm, both resuspended in medium, and then on human sperm incubated in CVF-containing medium; in the latter condition, the spermicidal activity and peptide stability in CV …
STUDY DESIGN, SIZE, DURATION: Spermicidal activities of 17BIPHE2 were evaluated in vitro in mouse and human sperm, both resuspended in mediu …
Childbearing intentions, fertility awareness knowledge and contraceptive use among female university students in Cameroon.
Akoku DA, Achombwom Vukugah T, Abena Tihnje M, Bigweh Nzubepie I. Akoku DA, et al. PLoS One. 2022 Oct 17;17(10):e0276270. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0276270. eCollection 2022. PLoS One. 2022. PMID: 36251661 Free PMC article.
Only 49.3% knew their fertile period and 62.5% of the sexually active FUS were current contraceptive users. We found a statistically significant association between fertility awareness knowledge and period abstinence (PR = 1.57;95%CI: 1.02-2.44, p = 0.049). ...There was no …
Only 49.3% knew their fertile period and 62.5% of the sexually active FUS were current contraceptive users. We found a statistically …
Randomized, placebo controlled phase I trial of the safety, pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics and acceptability of a 90 day tenofovir plus levonorgestrel vaginal ring used continuously or cyclically in women: The CONRAD 138 study.
Thurman AR, Brache V, Cochon L, Ouattara LA, Chandra N, Jacot T, Yousefieh N, Clark MR, Peet M, Hanif H, Schwartz JL, Ju S, Marzinke MA, Erikson DW, Parikh U, Herold BC, Fichorova RN, Tolley E, Doncel GF. Thurman AR, et al. PLoS One. 2022 Oct 10;17(10):e0275794. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0275794. eCollection 2022. PLoS One. 2022. PMID: 36215267 Free PMC article. Clinical Trial.
LNG caused changes in cervical mucus, sperm penetration, and ovulation compatible with contraceptive efficacy. Trial registration: ClinicalTrials.gov #NCT03279120....
LNG caused changes in cervical mucus, sperm penetration, and ovulation compatible with contraceptive efficacy. Trial registration: Cl …
Factors associated with use of long-acting reversible and permanent contraceptives among married women in rural Kenya: A community-based cross-sectional study in Kisii and Kilifi counties.
Orwa J, Gatimu SM, Ngugi A, Agwanda A, Temmerman M. Orwa J, et al. PLoS One. 2022 Oct 6;17(10):e0275575. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0275575. eCollection 2022. PLoS One. 2022. PMID: 36201509 Free PMC article.
Long-acting and permanent contraceptive methods (LAPM) are effective and economical methods for delaying or limiting pregnancies, however they are not widely used. ...
Long-acting and permanent contraceptive methods (LAPM) are effective and economical methods for delaying or limiting pregnancies, how …
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