While the J&J vaccine is paused in the United States for the time being, why have birth control pills not been on pause since they carry a greater risk in developing blood clots? Well, the short answer: it’s complicated.

Over one year ago, COVID-19 spread rapidly across the United States forcing shutdowns left and right. Although this has affected education, the economy, and almost every other aspect of our lives, my biggest questions have been for young people who are dating or in a relationship.