Despite the fact that the diaphragm was invented in 1842, it's still a relevant birth control option for some people today. Although modern options like the pill and IUDs are more effective, ...

A diaphragm (say: die-ah-fram) is a shallow cup made of latex or silicone (see picture 1.) It is used for birth control. Your doctor will measure your vagina to find the right size for your diaphragm.

Quick quiz: What do the classic '90s sitcoms Friends, Sex and the City and Seinfeld all have in common (aside from the fact they're set in New York City)? They all feature storylines revolving around ...

Did you know that last year’s combined sales of Yaz and Yasmin, the most popular oral contraceptives in the U.S., totaled $1.64 billion? Did you know the drugs are also the target of 1,100 lawsuits ...

A clinical trial involving 5,045 women in South Africa and Zimbabwe found no statistical difference in the rate of new HIV infections in the two study arms: those who received a diaphragm plus ...