Skin implant replaces the Pill: New chip lasts for 16 years and can be turned off by remote control when you want to conceive

new Wednesday 31st December 2014 

‘For many women, taking the contraceptive pill is one in a long list of things to remember every day.
But scientists have invented an electronic chip that when slipped under the skin releases daily doses of contraceptive, freeing a woman from the need to remember to take the pill.
Once in place, the postage stamp-sized device works for up to 16 years – roughly half a woman’s reproductive life.
In contrast, the various contraceptive implants that are already on the market only last for up to five years.’
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