Reproductive health stories

Sep 23, 2026

WHO expands contraceptive options guidelines to include emergency pills and male methods

The World Health Organization has updated its contraceptive guidelines to recommend a wider range of safe and effective options, including emergency contraception, longer-lasting implants, and future contraceptives for men. The expansion aims to give people more choices that meet their individual needs.

Sep 23, 20263 sources

May 12, 2026

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Renamed to Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome After Global Consensus

After more than a decade of discussion, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) has been officially renamed polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS) through a global consensus process involving patients and clinicians. The change affects a condition impacting approximately 170 million women worldwide and is expected to improve diagnosis and treatment.

May 12, 20268 sources

Top claims

▪YourChoice Therapeutics is conducting an 88-person safety trial for a nonhormonal daily male contraceptive pill.
▪The World Health Organization's guide for male contraceptives outlined three development targets: inhibiting sperm production, interfering with sperm mobility, and blocking sperm passage through the ducts.
▪Developers should prioritize non-hormonal male contraceptives over hormonal methods

Subtopics

Endocrine disorders1 Global health consensus1 Healthcare access1 Medical innovation1 Medical terminology and nomenclature1 Metabolic health1 Patient advocacy and involvement1 Polycystic ovary syndrome1 Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome1 Public health policy1 Reproductive Health1 Women’s health1

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