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The Ballerine Intra Uterine Ball (IUB), an alternative spherically-shaped intrauterine device using copper beads to release ions that act as a spermicide to prevent unwanted pregnancy.

Health concerns rise after Ballerine IUD removals in the Netherlands

10 February 2026 - 14:30

A woman has stomach pain.

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Researchers report labor-suppressing drugs may reduce endometriosis pain in women

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Amsterdam midwives striking on Tuesday night

21 June 2016 - 10:19

Doctors push for forced cesareans when lives are endangered

13 January 2016 - 10:45

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