Historical Events tagged with "Searle"
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Health & Medicine
FDA Approves First Oral Contraceptive Pill
May 9th, 1960 64 years ago
The Food and Drug Administration announced the approval of Searle's Enovid as the first oral contraceptive, marking a significant shift in birth control methods. This milestone opened the door for women to have greater control over their reproductive health. The decision was rooted in the desire for effective and safe birth control options amidst growing concerns about population control and women’s rights in the post-war era. Enovid became widely available and shaped the future of contraception and reproductive rights.
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