Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Genevieve Hofmann is a nurse who helped coauthor new guidelines for better pain management when getting an IUD. (Photo ...

S1: Welcome in San Diego , it's Jade Hindman. On today's show , we'll discuss new CDC guidelines for IUD pain management. That's the intrauterine device , the third most common birth control in the US ...

Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. Everything you need to ...

Medically reviewed by Renita White, MD Key Takeaways IUDs can last a long time and don't need daily care.IUDs are over 99% ...

Hormonal intrauterine devices (IUDs) are a type of birth control method to prevent pregnancy. They can work for up to 7 years, depending on the brand that doctors recommend. Some people may also find ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Geri Stengel writes about the success factors of women entrepreneurs. For decades, women seeking long-acting birth control have ...

The Mirena intrauterine device (IUD) is an implant that people can use as a birth control method for up to 6 years. It may also offer up to 5 years of relief to those who have heavy periods. Share on ...

Women for whom an intrauterine device (IUD) is inserted from 4 days to 6 weeks after giving birth, as well as those who are breastfeeding, are at higher risk of the contraceptive device puncturing ...

"It's been no secret that women have suffered tremendously from IUD insertion... these guidelines are needed," Dr. Nicole ...

Intrauterine devices are highly effective, but some women find insertion painful. Here’s how to prepare. By Catherine Pearson Ten percent of women in the United States between the ages of 15 and 49 ...