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Abortion access for 2 million women will be changing. Here's how.

Voters in seven states passed measures to protect abortion rights, indicating widespread opposition to restrictive laws.

How the Biden Administration Protected Abortion Pill Accessand What Trump Could Do Next

The future of abortion pills access is uncertain under Trump, and many fear potential rollbacks of protections established by Biden.

Why abortion referendums are also about the economy

Abortion rights significantly influence women's economic opportunities and family planning, impacting their financial stability and children's futures.

Judge permanently blocks law that banned most Ohio abortions. Here's what to know.

Ohio judge rules state law banning abortion unconstitutional following 2023 voter referendum protecting abortion access.

Georgia Supreme Court Restores State's 6-Week Abortion Ban

The Georgia Supreme Court reinstated a six-week abortion ban amidst ongoing legal challenges, impacting women's healthcare and reproductive rights in the state.

Georgia's 6-Week Abortion Ban Is Struck Down

A Georgia judge ruled against a six-week abortion ban, potentially increasing access for women seeking abortions temporarily.

Abortion access for 2 million women will be changing. Here's how.

Voters in seven states passed measures to protect abortion rights, indicating widespread opposition to restrictive laws.

How the Biden Administration Protected Abortion Pill Accessand What Trump Could Do Next

The future of abortion pills access is uncertain under Trump, and many fear potential rollbacks of protections established by Biden.

Why abortion referendums are also about the economy

Abortion rights significantly influence women's economic opportunities and family planning, impacting their financial stability and children's futures.

Judge permanently blocks law that banned most Ohio abortions. Here's what to know.

Ohio judge rules state law banning abortion unconstitutional following 2023 voter referendum protecting abortion access.

Georgia Supreme Court Restores State's 6-Week Abortion Ban

The Georgia Supreme Court reinstated a six-week abortion ban amidst ongoing legal challenges, impacting women's healthcare and reproductive rights in the state.

Georgia's 6-Week Abortion Ban Is Struck Down

A Georgia judge ruled against a six-week abortion ban, potentially increasing access for women seeking abortions temporarily.
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#womens-health

The Link Between Food and Cervical Wellness in Women

Cervical wellness significantly impacts women's health and can be supported through a nutrient-rich diet that includes folate, antioxidants, and carotenoids.

The Heavy Physical and Psychological Burden of PMDD

Premenstrual disorders significantly impact women's lives, with PMDD being particularly debilitating and affecting emotional, physical, and interpersonal well-being.

Florence Pugh Was Baffled When A Doctor Advised Her To Freeze Her Eggs At 27 Because Of Her PCOS

Young women should proactively consider their future health and lifestyle changes, especially regarding reproductive issues.

The Link Between Food and Cervical Wellness in Women

Cervical wellness significantly impacts women's health and can be supported through a nutrient-rich diet that includes folate, antioxidants, and carotenoids.

The Heavy Physical and Psychological Burden of PMDD

Premenstrual disorders significantly impact women's lives, with PMDD being particularly debilitating and affecting emotional, physical, and interpersonal well-being.

Florence Pugh Was Baffled When A Doctor Advised Her To Freeze Her Eggs At 27 Because Of Her PCOS

Young women should proactively consider their future health and lifestyle changes, especially regarding reproductive issues.
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Should women freeze their eggs?

Egg freezing empowers women to control their reproductive futures despite societal stigmas.
#emergency-contraception

Orders for Morning-After Pills and Abortion Pills Rise After Trump's Election

Post-election, there is a notable surge in demand for emergency contraception as concerns grow about reproductive health access. Women's proactive measures reflect wider anxiety.

Demand for Abortion Pills and Emergency Contraception Surges After Trump's Win

Americans are stockpiling reproductive health medications out of fear of potential restrictions on abortion access following the recent election.

Orders for Morning-After Pills and Abortion Pills Rise After Trump's Election

Post-election, there is a notable surge in demand for emergency contraception as concerns grow about reproductive health access. Women's proactive measures reflect wider anxiety.

Demand for Abortion Pills and Emergency Contraception Surges After Trump's Win

Americans are stockpiling reproductive health medications out of fear of potential restrictions on abortion access following the recent election.
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My Ex Is Such a Typical, Conservative Guy. And He's Doing a Major Disservice to His Teen Daughter.

Encouraging open communication around reproductive health is crucial for adolescent girls, especially in situations of neglect or absent parenting.

Fact check: Are late-term abortions ever medically necessary'?

Abortion can be medically necessary in the last trimester under certain emergency conditions, contradicting claims of it being never necessary.

Seven Stories About Promising Medical Discoveries

Recent breakthroughs in lupus treatment offer renewed hope for patients.
New male contraception methods could reshape women's reproductive health.
Systems issues have delayed food-allergy solutions from reaching patients.
Phage therapy may provide answers to the growing antibiotic resistance crisis.
#womens-rights

Kamala Harris punches back at Trump's clueless comment that he'll protect women, 'like it or not'

Trump's comments on women's reproductive rights reflect a condescending view that undermines women's autonomy and intelligence.

18 Women Who Have Had Abortions, Sharing Both Sides To The Story

Reproductive health care is a pivotal issue for the 2024 US presidential election, reflecting differing views on women's rights.

This Is What 17 Women Had To Say About America's Abortion Laws

Women's rights, particularly regarding abortion and IVF access, are significantly impacted by state laws, creating fear and uncertainty for many individuals.

Opinion | Michelle Obama to America's Men: What Side of History Do You Want To Be On?'

Women's reproductive health discussions are often stigmatized, leading to silence and isolation, and must be addressed openly for societal improvement.

A "Rat Birth Control" Bill Was Just Passed In NYC, And The Viral Response From Women Is Too Good Not To Share

NYC's plan for rat birth control highlights disparities in reproductive health access for humans, especially women.

4B Movement Surges in U.S. Interest After Trump Wins Election

Women are urged to reclaim their autonomy through self-defense and rejecting traditional relationships following political setbacks.

Kamala Harris punches back at Trump's clueless comment that he'll protect women, 'like it or not'

Trump's comments on women's reproductive rights reflect a condescending view that undermines women's autonomy and intelligence.

18 Women Who Have Had Abortions, Sharing Both Sides To The Story

Reproductive health care is a pivotal issue for the 2024 US presidential election, reflecting differing views on women's rights.

This Is What 17 Women Had To Say About America's Abortion Laws

Women's rights, particularly regarding abortion and IVF access, are significantly impacted by state laws, creating fear and uncertainty for many individuals.

Opinion | Michelle Obama to America's Men: What Side of History Do You Want To Be On?'

Women's reproductive health discussions are often stigmatized, leading to silence and isolation, and must be addressed openly for societal improvement.

A "Rat Birth Control" Bill Was Just Passed In NYC, And The Viral Response From Women Is Too Good Not To Share

NYC's plan for rat birth control highlights disparities in reproductive health access for humans, especially women.

4B Movement Surges in U.S. Interest After Trump Wins Election

Women are urged to reclaim their autonomy through self-defense and rejecting traditional relationships following political setbacks.
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#healthcare-access

Harris-Walz campaign slams Trump, Vance, and Republicans for not supporting IVF protection bill

The Harris-Walz campaign advocates protecting IVF access amidst GOP's opposition to reproductive freedoms.

Tell Us How You Or Someone You Know Has Been Affected By State Abortion Bans

Many individuals feel compelled to abstain from sex due to restrictive reproductive health regulations.

5 Questions: CEO of local Planning Parenthood

Dr. Sara Kennedy prioritizes accessible healthcare and community engagement as the incoming president and CEO of Planned Parenthood Columbia Willamette.

Harris-Walz campaign slams Trump, Vance, and Republicans for not supporting IVF protection bill

The Harris-Walz campaign advocates protecting IVF access amidst GOP's opposition to reproductive freedoms.

Tell Us How You Or Someone You Know Has Been Affected By State Abortion Bans

Many individuals feel compelled to abstain from sex due to restrictive reproductive health regulations.

5 Questions: CEO of local Planning Parenthood

Dr. Sara Kennedy prioritizes accessible healthcare and community engagement as the incoming president and CEO of Planned Parenthood Columbia Willamette.
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Common plastic chemical could threaten fertility of humans worldwide

Benzyl butyl phthalate (BBP) may negatively impact human fertility, particularly at low concentrations, according to research using C. elegans.

Toxic PFAS in menstrual pads harms reproductive health, advocates says

Carefree menstrual pads contain harmful PFAS chemicals, raising significant health risks for women, which has led to a lawsuit demanding label warnings or product removal.

How a Trump win would threaten abortion access around the world

The U.S. global gag rule significantly restricts abortion access internationally, impacting women dependent on U.S. funding for reproductive health services.

Fewer triplets are being born in the US for this surprising reason

Triplet and higher-order births have dropped 62% in the US from 1998 to 2023, particularly among white mothers, due to revised reproductive guidelines.

A Trojan horse': how the right is using parental rights' to fight abortion ballot measures

The push for abortion rights measures in several states faces opposition framing them as threats to parental rights.
#public-health

Endocrine disruptors, the invisible chemicals that trigger disease

Endocrine disruptors mimic natural hormones and can significantly impact human health, particularly affecting reproductive health and contributing to chronic diseases.

Miscarriages due to climate crisis a blind spot' in action plans report

The climate crisis significantly impacts maternal and infant health, leading to miscarriages and premature births.

Endocrine disruptors, the invisible chemicals that trigger disease

Endocrine disruptors mimic natural hormones and can significantly impact human health, particularly affecting reproductive health and contributing to chronic diseases.

Miscarriages due to climate crisis a blind spot' in action plans report

The climate crisis significantly impacts maternal and infant health, leading to miscarriages and premature births.
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Biden admin floats expanded contraception coverage

The Biden administration proposes insurers cover all FDA-approved and over-the-counter birth control without cost-sharing, expanding the Affordable Care Act's previous mandate.

Napheesa Collier Is Fighting For More Than A WNBA Championship

Napheesa Collier is thriving in her career while advocating for reproductive health access in a changing political landscape.
#ivf

Men Have a Stake in Reproductive Healthcare in New York

Navigating reproductive healthcare involves challenges that require empathy and support from both men and women. Advocacy for reproductive rights is essential.

Senate GOP blocks IVF bill again as Democrats spotlight issue ahead of elections

Senate Republicans blocked a bill that would guarantee nationwide access to in vitro fertilization, highlighting a political divide on reproductive health as elections near.

Why Trump Is All-In on IVF

Trump aims to appeal to swing voters, especially women, with his push for free IVF coverage amid a notable silence on abortion issues.

Men Have a Stake in Reproductive Healthcare in New York

Navigating reproductive healthcare involves challenges that require empathy and support from both men and women. Advocacy for reproductive rights is essential.

Senate GOP blocks IVF bill again as Democrats spotlight issue ahead of elections

Senate Republicans blocked a bill that would guarantee nationwide access to in vitro fertilization, highlighting a political divide on reproductive health as elections near.

Why Trump Is All-In on IVF

Trump aims to appeal to swing voters, especially women, with his push for free IVF coverage amid a notable silence on abortion issues.
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Why traditional plant knowledge is not a quick fix

Ethnobotany is essential for understanding plant knowledge and its relevance in promoting reproductive health, particularly during crises like COVID-19.
#birth-control

Mark Robinson tells women to get their groins 'under control' in bizarre anti-birth control rant

Mark Robinson opposes sex education and birth control, advocating instead for personal responsibility regarding reproductive health.

The Best Condoms for Safer, More Enjoyable Sex

Proper condom selection and usage significantly impacts effectiveness in preventing unplanned pregnancies and sexually transmitted infections.

Mark Robinson tells women to get their groins 'under control' in bizarre anti-birth control rant

Mark Robinson opposes sex education and birth control, advocating instead for personal responsibility regarding reproductive health.

The Best Condoms for Safer, More Enjoyable Sex

Proper condom selection and usage significantly impacts effectiveness in preventing unplanned pregnancies and sexually transmitted infections.
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How to help women, children, and LGBTQ+ people impacted by Hurricane Helene

Hurricane Helene's destruction highlights the intersection of climate change and the unique challenges faced by marginalized communities in disaster recovery.

Plastic on the Brain: Groundbreaking Study Detects Microplastics in Human Olfactory Bulbs for the First Time

Microplastics have infiltrated human bodies, raising serious health concerns including risks of neurotoxicity and reproductive issues.
#infertility

Uterus Transplants Offer New Hope for Some People Who Want to Carry a Pregnancy

Uterus transplants offer new hope for those with uterine abnormalities to conceive and carry their own biological children.

Luke O'Neill: Noise and air pollution putting us in peril as fertility rates plummet

Men's sperm production has decreased by 50% globally over the past 50 years, which poses a fertility crisis.

Uterus Transplants Offer New Hope for Some People Who Want to Carry a Pregnancy

Uterus transplants offer new hope for those with uterine abnormalities to conceive and carry their own biological children.

Luke O'Neill: Noise and air pollution putting us in peril as fertility rates plummet

Men's sperm production has decreased by 50% globally over the past 50 years, which poses a fertility crisis.
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Planned Parenthood affiliates in Oregon map out long-term strategy

Planned Parenthood in Oregon is restructuring to improve reproductive health care advocacy.
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