Birth control and euthanasia

ABSTRACT Contraception is a method of preventing pregnancy that can be done through various ways. It allows women to control their reproductive health and actively participate in family planning. While scholars hold different views on contraception, a Sahabah's perspective is mentioned in a hadith narrated by Jābir ibn 'Abdullāh, who reported that they practiced coitus interruptus dur-ing the revelation of the Qur'an, and if it had been unlawful, the Qur'an would have prohibited it. The effectiveness of contraception heavily relies on the screening for pregnancy. Clinicians must be reasonably certain that the patient is not pregnant based on specific criteria (Trussell et al., 2011). The seven common signs of pregnancy include missed periods, nausea and vomiting, tender and swollen breasts, fatigue, frequent urination, mood swings, and food cravings or aversions (American Pregnancy Association, 2021). If a woman experiences these symptoms, it is essential to take a pregnancy test and consult with a healthcare provider before starting any contraceptive method.