Oral contraception has been described as one of the most significant medical advances of the 20th century.
Launched on the NHS 60 years ago, the Pill remains the most popular form of female contraception in the UK, taken by around 3.5 million women.
Now, for the first time, it is being made available over-the-counter at pharmacies, rather than solely via prescription.
Two brands of the contraceptive Lovima and Hana will be given to women after a consultation with a pharmacist.
The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA), which vets drugs’ safety, says this will ‘increase choice’ for women.
Launched on the NHS 60 years ago, the Pill remains the most popular form of female contraception in the UK, taken by around 3.5 million women
Everything you need to know about Eammon Holmes son Declan
ok.co.uk - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from ok.co.uk Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.
New Salmon Study Sheds Considerable light on Marine Migratory Behaviour
afloat.ie - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from afloat.ie Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.
UCD launches quantum research centre to untangle our greatest challenges
siliconrepublic.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from siliconrepublic.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.
Belfast student reveals how she is using beauty queen status to help others with chronic illness
belfastlive.co.uk - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from belfastlive.co.uk Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.