4 things you can do for Texas right now
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By: health
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September 3, 2021
You have probably heard by now that on Wednesday at 12:00 am, the most restrictive abortion law in the country—and, in fact, the most restrictive abortion law since Roe v. Wade was decided in 1973—went into effect in Texas. A group of advocates, abortion providers, and others asked the Supreme Court to intervene to stop […]
These birth control coloring pages will calm your nerves
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By: health
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November 6, 2020
It feels like every week we’re saying “phew, wow, this is a lot.” And this week deserves a “PHEW, WOW, THIS REALLY IS A WHOLE LOT.” However you’re feeling right now—anxious, angry, sad, excited, resigned, tired, scared, or anything else—is okay and normal and understandable. And we made you some coloring pages to help you […]
5 reasons why birth control should be over the counter
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By: health
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May 27, 2020
Let’s use our imaginations a little, shall we? Let’s imagine a world where things are getting progressively easier for people with uteruses instead of harder. Where policies are in place that support all people’s ability to determine if and when to start a family. Where everyone has access to the tools they need to take […]
How much does telehealth cost with and without insurance?
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By: health
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May 12, 2020
From rural America to the most urban cities, telehealth is gaining in popularity. People are getting skin conditions checked out, getting their birth control prescriptions filled, and even ordering tests for sexually transmitted infections. But because it’s such a new phenomenon, people have a lot of questions. Perhaps the biggest one? How much does it […]
States open special health insurance enrollment period in response to coronavirus
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By: health
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March 30, 2020
Finally some good news! Twelve states have opened up special enrollment periods for their public health insurance options in response to the coronavirus pandemic (COVID-19). This is a rare opportunity to get insurance after the normal open enrollment period has closed. So if you don’t currently have insurance, and you want to get some, check […]
How the Title X gag rule will affect you if you’re pregnant and don’t want to be
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By: health
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September 10, 2019
The Trump administration’s gag rule has taken effect nationwide. It affects all clinics that participate in the Title X program. If you want to take action on this issue and have your voice heard, join our campaign to protect Title X . Read on to find out more about what the gag rule means for […]
Can pharmacists really prescribe birth control?
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By: health
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January 9, 2019
If it seems to you that taking time off work, finding transportation to a clinic and paying for a doctor’s visit is a lot of work to get birth control, you’re not alone. In fact, ACOG, a professional association of ob-gyns, has suggested that birth control should be available over the counter to improve access […]
How to transform yourself into a boss bitch in only one day
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By: health
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November 2, 2018
Tuesday is Election Day. Tuesday, November 6th. That’s this coming Tuesday. Which means you can turn those dead inside vibes into straight boss bitchiness in four simple steps and fulfill your civic duty along the way: Figure out which candidates you care about and which ones care about you . Find your polling place here […]
Defend birth control access: Here’s how
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By: health
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November 1, 2018
UPDATE: President Biden has opened the enrollment period for the Affordable Care Act health insurance plans for 2022. You can now enroll in one of these plans until January 15, 2022, at healthcare.gov . Some states have their own open enrollment periods and websites for signing up. Check to see if your state does . […]
Cracking the code: 14 health insurance terms you should know
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By: health
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October 31, 2018
UPDATE: President Biden has opened the enrollment period for the Affordable Care Act health insurance plans for 2022. You can now enroll in one of these plans until January 15, 2022, at healthcare.gov . Some states have their own open enrollment periods and websites for signing up. Check to see if your state does . […]