People commonly refer to Plan B as the “morning-after pill.” It is a type of emergency contraception that aims to reduce the likelihood of pregnancy. Penetrative sex can lead to pregnancy.

The morning-after pill is a form of emergency contraception that reduces the risk of pregnancy after unprotected sex. It’s often referred to as “Plan B.” It can be taken anywhere between 24 ...

Emergency contraception (postcoital contraception, the "morning-after pill") has been available for almost 30 years but remains vastly underutilized. As many as 50% of undesired pregnancies could ...

I am writing in response to Laura Graham's opinion column on pharmacists and the Plan B drug ("Enforcing morality over practicality," Oct 28). It is not only wrong, but also dangerous, for our ...

But the new rule would expand that coverage, allowing millions to buy condoms, birth control pills, or “morning after” pills ... known by the brand name “Plan B.” Without a doctor ...

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Women who use the morning-after-pill or Plan B are at high risk of developing risky pregnancies, a new study has shown. According to a study by Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital, Eldoret ...

The aim would be to end the “postcode lottery” of access to the morning-after pill. Cost varies depending on the type of pill and where you get it, but it can range from around £10 to £33 in ...