Birth control study—and critique of reports about it

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A recent study that compares birth control methods concludes that long-lasting methods such as IUDs (intrauterine devices) and hormonal implants are more effective at preventing pregnancy, although their effectiveness must be weighed against other factors, such as side effects, cost and future pregnancy plans.

Read the report of this study: Long-Lasting Birth Control Cuts Pregnancy Rate

Read a critique of how this story has been covered in the media, which looks at what the news report above doesn’t adequately cover, i.e. risks and costs of long-lasting birth control, on Healthnewsreview.org.