World map: Over-the-counter access to birth control pills

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Sep 22

Birth control pills are already available over the counter (OTC) in more than 100 countries around the world. And in March 2024, the United States joined that list! Find out which countries have OTC access.

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Leah Scott

World map: Over-the-counter access to birth control pills

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