A contraceptive is something that prevents a woman from getting pregnant when she has sex. It is a method or tool used to stop or reduce the chances of having a baby. Full definition
The findings reveal that every 5 years of oral contraceptive use reduces the risk of womb cancer by about a quarter. (sciencedaily.com)
The shift in women's mate preferences, which occurs because of contraceptive pill use, and involves switching to preferring poorly - fitting partners, may adversely affect the adaptability of their children's immune system. (scienceofrelationships.com)
According to the National Center for Health Statistics, it is the second-most commonly used contraceptive method in the United States. (sciencedaily.com)