Hormonal Contraceptives Tied to Strokes, Heart Attacks in Real-World Data
From a pool of over 2 million women of reproductive age, users of most methods of hormonal contraception -- including progestin-only products and non-oral contraceptives -- had sm
This popular contraceptive method may double the risk of stroke and heart attack
A Danish study highlights the increased risk of heart attack and ischemic stroke associated with certain hormonal contraceptives like vaginal rings, s
New study adds to evidence of stroke and heart attack risk with some hormonal contraceptives
Certain hormonal contraceptives are associated with a higher stroke and heart attack risk, finds a large study from Denmark in The BMJ that draws on prescription records to give more precise estimates for different products than previous studies.
All but one common contraceptives linked to increased stroke and heart attack risk, study finds
Experts said the risks were still very low, but it was important for women to be fully informed when considering their contraceptive choices
Certain Birth Control Pills, Devices Linked to Higher Heart Risks
The most common formulation of birth control pills has been linked to a doubling of relative risk of heart attack an
This popular birth control method can multiply your risk of heart attack by 3.8 times
This could be a tough pill to swallow. An estimated 250 million women worldwide are believed to use some form of hormonal contraception. Past research has suggested a link between the use of synthetic hormones to prevent pregnancy and an increased risk of stroke and heart attack.
Health Matters: Some contraceptives linked to stroke risk, study says
Certain hormonal contraceptives are being linked with higher risk of stroke and heart attack. A large study from Denmark found products containing estrogen posed the highest risk, specifically the vaginal ring and skin patch.
Certain contraceptives linked to small risk of heart attack, stroke
Certain contraceptives may carry a slightly increased risk of heart attacks and strokes in women, according to a large new study. While the overall risk is very low, researchers said medics should be aware of the risks when prescribing certain hormonal contraceptives.
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Study finds varying cardiovascular risks associated with different hormonal contraceptives
Certain hormonal contraceptives are associated with a higher stroke and heart attack risk, finds a large study from Denmark in The BMJ today that draws on prescription records to give more precise ...