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Birth control, also known as contraception, anticonception, and fertility control, is the use of methods or devices to prevent pregnancy. [1] [2] Birth control has been used since ancient times, but effective and safe methods of birth control only became available in the 20th century. [3]
Contraception has been and still remains in some cultures a controversial issue. There are many objections to the use of birth control, both historically and in the present day. One argument against birth control usage states that there is no need for birth control, to begin with. [41]
Since early Islamic history, Muslim scholars approved of the use of birth control if the two spouses both agreed to it. [43] Coitus interruptus, a primitive form of birth control, was a known practice at the time of Muhammad, and his companions engaged in it. Muhammad knew about this but never advised or preached against it.
The Right to Contraception Act, which would protect birth control access nationwide, got 51 votes in support and 39 against, but fell short of the chamber's 60-vote threshold for advancing to a ...
The contraception objection claims that if Marquis's argument is correct, then since sperm and ova (or perhaps a sperm and ovum jointly) have a future like human beings, contraception would be as wrong as murder; as this conclusion is considered to be absurd—even those who believe contraception is wrong do not believe it is as wrong as murder ...
Contraception has been an active practice that dates back to ancient Egypt. [5] It has played an important role in history and over time led to the development of organizations that provide contraceptive methods to the general public. [5] In the United States, during the late 1800s contraception was often prohibited and deemed illegal in some ...
Social media users are calling for a Walgreens boycott. After Pentz’s tweet went viral, other users -- using the hashtag #BoycottWalgreens -- have said they plan to stop shopping at Walgreens.
Birth control, also known as contraception and fertility control, is a method or device used to prevent pregnancy. [124] Birth control has been used since ancient times, but effective and safe methods of birth control only became available in the 20th century. [125] Planning, making available, and using birth control is called family planning.