Thirty years ago, the population on earth reached five billion. This is why every July 11th World Population Day is celebrated, established in 1988 by the United Nations Development Program. This day is commemorated with the intention of becoming aware of the population's growth and the measures being implemented in relation to the subject.

In the world, there are several methods to control birth in developed and underdeveloped countries, although in some cases, other factors such as religious beliefs, economic factors, and life habits influence, which prevent the adoption of these mechanisms. According to the 2010 State of the Population Report carried out by the United Nations Population Fund, in the last decade the use of contraceptives has increased and Adolescent birth rates have decreased. Still, universal access to reproductive health control services is not achieved.

In Malawi in 2013, the investment in birth control increased, reaching 60% of the population. Rwanda and Ethiopia have also expanded the resources allocated to this issue and encouraged other countries of the continent, through several congresses, to adopt measures in relation to family planning. In the United States, a law was created that requires workplaces to offer medical insurance to their employees that cover contraceptive methods free of charge. These, in addition to birth control pills, include:

  • The contraceptive patch
  • Vaginal ring
  • Depo-Provera
  • Sub-dermal
  • Implants Intrauterine device
This measure caused a stir by religious organizations such as the Catholic Church as they condemn the measure and speak out against abortion and the use of this type of method. They also claim that the government does not have the right to force religious institutions to go against their beliefs.

In many countries, the most common contraceptive methods are intrauterine devices followed by birth control pills and condoms. Less commonly used are sub-dermal implants, injectables, the vaginal ring, and lastly, patches. There is now more information about the options available to the population to protect themselves.

All of these have side effects that depend mainly on the patient and his organism. Slight weight gain, changes in menstrual cycles, increased colic, and even allergies are some of the most common reactions. Doctors say that young people have the right to access these methods.

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