Medically reviewed by Khadeja Haye, MD Key Takeaways Birth control pills can take up to a week to start working if not taken ...

Oregon Health Plan members can now get over-the-counter birth control and emergency contraception at pharmacies, for free and without a prescription required.

From overlooked side effects to misleading claims online, a variety of forces are fueling skepticism around the drugs, which decades of research has shown to be safe and effective.