Birth control increases stroke risk – here’s what women need to know

Laura Elin Pigott

Birth control increases stroke risk – here’s what women need to know

Laura Elin Pigott

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For millions of women, combined hormonal contraceptives are a part of their daily life – providing a convenient and effective option for preventing pregnancy and managing their menstrual cycle. But new findings are sounding the alarm on a serious, and often overlooked, risk: stroke.

Original language	English
Specialist publication	The Conversation
Publisher	The Conversation Trust (UK) Limited
Publication status	Published - 30 May 2025

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Birth control increases stroke risk – here’s what women need to know

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