Successful male contraceptive gel trial brings new form of birth control closer
Designed to be a reversible and less invasive form of vasectomy, Vasalgel has been found to work reliably in primatesA male contraceptive gel has been found to work reliably in a trial in primates, bringing the prospect of an alternative form of birth control for humans closer.The product, called Vasalgel, is designed to be a reversible and less invasive form of vasectomy and in the latest study was 100% effective at preventing conception. A blob of the gel is injected into the sperm-carrying tube, known as the vas deferens, and acts as a long-lasting barrier.Continue reading... (Source: Guardian Unlimited Science)
Source: Guardian Unlimited Science - February 7, 2017 Category: Science Authors: Hannah Devlin Science correspondent Tags: Contraception and family planning Health Society Science Medical research Source Type: news
A Plug Instead of a Snip for Male Birth Control?
Monkey study shows injected gel may one day be alternative to traditional vasectomy (Source: Fertility News - Doctors Lounge)
Source: Fertility News - Doctors Lounge - February 6, 2017 Category: Reproduction Medicine Authors: webmaster at doctorslounge.com Tags: Gynecology, Obstetrics, Reproductive Medicine, Research, News, Source Type: news
Obamacare in jeopardy, states protect no-cost contraception, including vasectomy
Even before President Donald Trump suggested Obamacare was in jeopardy, Republican cries of "replace and repeal" inspired some states to protect the no-cost contraceptive benefit guaranteed under the federal bill. (Source: CNN.com - Health)
Source: CNN.com - Health - January 22, 2017 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
States protect no-cost contraception, including vasectomy
Even before President Elect Donald Trump suggested Obamacare was in jeopardy, Republican cries of "replace and repeal" inspired some states to protect the no-cost contraceptive benefit guaranteed under the federal bill. (Source: CNN.com - Health)
Source: CNN.com - Health - January 20, 2017 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
States protect no-cost contraception, vasectomy
Even before President Elect Donald Trump suggested Obamacare was in jeopardy, Republican cries of "replace and repeal" inspired some states to protect the no-cost contraceptive benefit guaranteed under the federal bill. (Source: CNN.com - Health)
Source: CNN.com - Health - January 20, 2017 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Insurance equality? States push for cost-free vasectomies
The procedure, which is not covered under current health care law, is increasingly being included in state measures that would require insurers to provide cost-free birth control coverage (Source: Health News: CBSNews.com)
Source: Health News: CBSNews.com - January 19, 2017 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Meet 10 Women Who Rushed To Get An IUD Before Inauguration Day
Since the morning of November 9, when it was clear that Donald Trump would become the 45th president, droves of women have gone to their gynecologists seeking low-cost, long-acting reversible contraception before Trump’s inauguration ― and before the GOP dismantles the Affordable Care Act.
Planned Parenthood reports that the demand for IUDs has gone up 900 percent since the election.
And women’s health care providers say they have heard from women who are frightened about what the next four years will bring for their reproductive rights.
Some got their IUDs and implants months ago, and others...
Source: Healthy Living - The Huffington Post - January 18, 2017 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Vasectomy as an Integral Option for Family Planning in Kenya
November 18, 2016Kenya is taking steps to address its health workforce shortage and the gender imbalance in contraceptive availability and use. One of the most effective methods of family planning is little known, most underutilised, and remains undocumented in Kenya.Vasectomy is a highly effective, convenient method of permanent contraception for men but myths discouraging its adoption have flourished.In general, lack of information, inaccessibility of services, and a widespread desire to have more children have prevented many men in Kenya from becoming involved in family planning.Men must become more engaged in family p...
Source: IntraHealth International - November 30, 2016 Category: Global & Universal Authors: mnathe Source Type: news
Kenyan vasectomies broadcast live on Facebook
Vasectomy operations on men in Kenya are live streamed from a theatre in the capital as part a campaign to promote the sterilisation procedure. (Source: BBC News | Health | UK Edition)
Source: BBC News | Health | UK Edition - November 18, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
It ’s Not Just for Women, You Know: 5 Ways for Men to Get More Involved in Contraception
September 25, 2016When it comes to who ’s using contraception, we aren’t even close to 50-50. It ’s pretty clear that at a basic level, men are just as involved in the act ofconceptionas women are. But when it comes to who ’s usingcontraception, things aren ’t even close to 50-50.Women have upwards of 10 modern methods of contraception they can use. There are caps and rings, patches and sponges, diaphragms and female condoms and improved fertility awareness methods. Oral contraceptive pills that come in three categories, including an extended-cycle version. Injectable contraceptives that last for one, two, or th...
Source: IntraHealth International - November 15, 2016 Category: Global & Universal Authors: intrahealth Source Type: news
Vasectomies Not Linked to Higher Prostate Cancer Risk Vasectomies Not Linked to Higher Prostate Cancer Risk
Having a vasectomy doesn ' t increase a man ' s risk of developing prostate cancer or dying from it, a Canadian study suggests.Reuters Health Information (Source: Medscape Urology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Urology Headlines - November 11, 2016 Category: Urology & Nephrology Tags: Hematology-Oncology News Source Type: news
Rwanda: Vasectomy - Where Are the Men in Family Planning?
[New Times] Protog ène Basabose and his wife Francine Mujawamariya opted for vasectomy after their third child. (Source: AllAfrica News: Pregnancy and Childbirth)
Source: AllAfrica News: Pregnancy and Childbirth - November 11, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: news
Vasectomies not linked to higher prostate cancer risk
(Reuters Health) - Having a vasectomy doesn't increase a man's risk of developing prostate cancer or dying from it, a Canadian study suggests. (Source: Reuters: Health)
Source: Reuters: Health - November 10, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: healthNews Source Type: news
How Will You Celebrate World Contraception Day?
September 25, 2016Don ’t answer that. We’re just happy you’re celebrating.World Contraception Day is one of our favorite days of the year. Every September 26 marks one more step toward a world where every pregnancy is wanted. That means fewer maternal and newborn deaths, fewer unsafe abortions, and greater equity and prosperity for women everywhere.At IntraHealth International, that ’s what we want too. And we know that health workers hold the keys to that world.Right now, there are 225 million women worldwide who want to avoid pregnancy, but aren’t using effective methods of contraception. And that number d...
Source: IntraHealth International - October 8, 2016 Category: Global & Universal Authors: intrahealth Source Type: news
Nyakubawa Ambasaderi, mwarakoze cyane kudusura!*
May 26, 2010What a pleasure for IntraHealth to be able to host Rwanda ’s Ambassador to the US, His Excellency James Kimonyo, at our headquarters offices here in North Carolina last week! I felt particularly honored to participate in the visit, having spent the past five years living in Kigali and overseeing the USAID-funded Twubakane Decentralization and Health Pr ogram. I felt like I was back in Kigali when the Ambassador reminded us of how important family planning and population issues are to Rwanda’s future social and economic development, and asked some wonderful questions about the best approaches to meet the...
Source: IntraHealth International - September 27, 2016 Category: Global & Universal Authors: Anonymous Source Type: news
