The contraceptive pill is a commonly used method of preventing pregnancy.
It contains hormones that suppress women’s fertility. This means that no ovulation takes place and the mucous membrane lining the uterus develops to a lesser extent.
The contraceptive pill and your health
There are a number of health effects associated with taking the contraceptive pill.
iGene Passport
iGene offers you an insight into your personal risks of developing conditions and tells you whether taking the contraceptive pill may have a negative effect on your health. In addition, an iGene Passport provides you with information on what else you can do to reduce any risks. Here we focus on behaviour that will help you maximise the benefits to your health. In the publication below you can read more about what iGene can do for you.