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Federal funding for reproductive health care could lapse Wednesday due to Trump administration delays
1+ week, 5+ day ago (985+ words) For health clinics that rely on federal funding through Title X, April 1 is one of the most important days of the year: It's when the grant program's annual funds are typically renewed. Clinics rely on the money to provide reproductive…...
Gov. Spanberger signs law establishing right to contraception in Virginia
14+ hour, 32+ min ago (274+ words) CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - Multiple bills signed by Gov. Abigail Spanberger this month target the access and affordability of healthcare in Virginia. One bill, House Bill 6 establishes the right to FDA-approved methods of contraception for Virginians and outlines a path to…...
I've been a sex educator for six years. Why did I start doubting my contraception choices?
1+ day, 13+ hour ago (1203+ words) As a sex educator, Milly Evans knows more about contraception than most. But in the run-up to getting a hormonal coil (IUS), she was filled with unfamiliar doubts about whether it was right for her body. Her social media feed…...
Social Media Fuels Doubts About Contraception Choices - Manchester Today
1+ day, 11+ hour ago (288+ words) Sex educator Milly Evans reflects on how online misinformation is impacting real-world healthcare decisions. Apr. 12, 2026 at 12: 20am The growing influence of social media on contraception decisions highlights a critical need for accessible, evidence-based information. Healthcare professionals and educators must actively engage…...
Contraception on social media: Why posts are trying to scare me off
1+ day, 17+ hour ago (1259+ words) As a sex educator, Milly Evans knows more about contraception than most. But in the run-up to getting a hormonal coil (IUS), she was filled with unfamiliar doubts about whether it was right for her body. Her social media feed…...
Dr Nicole Sleeman talks about why "quick" care can fail women
2+ day, 11+ hour ago (243+ words) The Cairns Post Dr Nicole Sleeman talks about why "quick" care can fail women From period pain to urinary tract infections, Dr Nicole Sleeman explores how systemic bias and rushed care affect women"s health in Australia today. Pay As…...
Julia Letlow Faces Scrutiny for Backing Controversial Surgeon General Nominee Casey Means
3+ day, 5+ hour ago (414+ words) Satu Berita Banyak Persepektif U. S. Representative Julia Letlow is drawing criticism for her unwavering support of Casey Means' nomination for Surgeon General, a choice by former President Donald Trump that has garnered significant controversy. Letlow has actively challenged her opponent, incumbent…...
Women's Health: Contraceptive Access Caught in Policy Crossfire
2+ day, 14+ hour ago (181+ words) " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " "Joan Burke Joan Burke, Executive Director, BFLA The Opposition argues that the policy misses the reality on the ground. With more than half of Belize's population living in rural areas, access to doctors is already limited. Earth Lopez, UDP Shadow…...
Sturgeon Lake First Nation soon to have dedicated centre for childbirth and maternal care
2+ day, 16+ hour ago (348+ words) CTV News Sturgeon Lake First Nation soon to have dedicated centre for childbirth and maternal care Ontario to cut length of teacher education programs nearly in half Humber River Hospital to change name after "transformational" $50 M donation 2 men break 1 world…...
Partnerships bring more maternity care services to Vernon
3+ day, 2+ hour ago (630+ words) Published 2: 00 pm Friday, April 10, 2026 Orchard Maternity Vernon is a new maternity care service facility that opened in March at the Vernon Health Unit. (orchardmaternity. ca) More maternity care services are being wrapped in coddling blankets for Vernon. Interior Health (IH)…...