The Daily Aus Summer series: The “magic pill”: the story of the oral contraceptive
Dec 31, 2024
Celebrate over six decades of the oral contraceptive pill, a game changer for Australian women. Discover Margaret Sanger's pivotal role in its creation alongside pioneering scientists. Uncover a controversial past, including unethical testing practices and the ramifications of the thalidomide tragedy. Learn how the pill reshaped women's roles in the workforce and the ongoing quest for male contraceptives. This insightful conversation highlights the pill's lasting impact and what the future of contraception might hold.
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