Used by over 200 million women since the 1960s, the Pill is one of the most
commonly prescribed medicines--and has repeatedly been established as one of the
least harmful ever formulated. However, there are some risks, and a number of
"Pill Scares" have been reported in the media--often causing women to give up
the Pill without finding a satisfactory alternative.
More choices are now available than ever to users of hormonal contraception, and
it can be difficult for doctors or family planning workers to find the time for
detailed discussion with existing or new users.
Women of all ages, whether they are existing users of