Oura adds birth control support to its period tracker
Oura is introducing a new feature in its Cycle Insights tool that accounts for hormonal birth control use when tracking biometric data such as temperature, sleep, and recovery. The update, rolling out globally on May 6, 2026, supports over 20 hormonal contraception methods and aims to help users better understand their cycles. This addition reflects broader trends in health tech focused on reproductive wellness, though privacy concerns remain in the post-Roe v. Wade landscape.
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