Contraceptive jewelry could offer a new family planning approach
Tuesday, March 26, 2019 - 14:40
in Health & Medicine
Researchers report on a technique for administering contraceptive hormones through special backings on jewelry such as earrings, wristwatches, rings or necklaces. The contraceptive hormones are contained in patches applied to portions of the jewelry in contact with the skin, allowing the drugs to be absorbed into the body.