The Depo-Provera shot works by blocking ovulation, or the release of an egg from your ovaries. If you don’t ovulate, you can’t become pregnant. The progestin in the injection also thickens the ...

She believes Depo-Provera should be banned. Depo-Provera is a high-dose injection of a specific synthetic progesterone known as medroxyprogesterone acetate, given to women every three months for ...

The injection prevents ovulation, thickens cervical mucus to block sperm, and thins the uterine lining to prevent fertilised ...

The study published by Kenyan and Canadian scientists last Thursday says there is compelling evidence that Depo Provera increases the risk of HIV infections among users. In August 2019 ...

seeks to establish a medical monitoring program for those in certain states who have received the Depo-Provera injection for at least one year. Individuals interested in learning more about their ...