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Dr. Mary Jane Minkin, OB-GYN, Highlights Key Topics Addressed in Annual Visits for Women’s Health Month

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Mercredi, mai 29, 2024

, OB-GYN, Clinical Professor of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Sciences at Yale University School of Medicine, is shedding light on frequently discussed topics during annual OB-GYN visits.

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  • , OB-GYN, Clinical Professor of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Sciences at Yale University School of Medicine, is shedding light on frequently discussed topics during annual OB-GYN visits.
  • Dr. Minkin, dedicated to women's health and education, emphasizes the importance of these routine check-ups for maintaining overall well-being.
  • “Annual appointments with your OB-GYN are essential for early detection of potential issues, such as cervical or breast cancer, menopause and for managing reproductive health.
  • Annual visits are crucial for routine screenings and preventive care, including Pap smears for cervical cancer, mammograms for breast cancer detection, and HPV vaccinations.

What Women Can Do to Take Control of Their Reproductive Health & Rights Post-Roe, according to Mary Jane Minkin, M.D.

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Mercredi, avril 17, 2024

Mary Jane Minkin, M.D., Clinical Professor of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Sciences at Yale University, stresses the critical need for accessible contraception and reproductive health tools to prevent unintended pregnancies.

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  • Mary Jane Minkin, M.D., Clinical Professor of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Sciences at Yale University, stresses the critical need for accessible contraception and reproductive health tools to prevent unintended pregnancies.
  • "The rollback on reproductive rights makes it absolutely imperative that we prioritize comprehensive access to contraception," says Dr. Minkin.
  • "It's not just about preventing pregnancy; it's about preserving the autonomy and health of women across the nation."
  • "We must ensure that women of all ages have the education, resources, and confidentiality to make informed choices about their reproductive health.

Navigating Spring Break Sexual Health: Advice from Dr. Deb Laino Sex and Relationship Therapist and Powerful Life Coach

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Vendredi, mars 29, 2024

Prioritizing discussions surrounding sexual health, including consent, boundaries, contraception, STI prevention, and overall sexual well-being is crucial.

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  • Prioritizing discussions surrounding sexual health, including consent, boundaries, contraception, STI prevention, and overall sexual well-being is crucial.
  • Dr. Deb Laino, Sex and Relationship Therapist and Powerful Life Coach, is shedding light on spring break sexual health, emphasizing the importance of informed decision-making, open communication, protection and more.
  • "Spring break is a time of liberation and exploration for many individuals, so it's important not to overlook the significance of sexual health amidst all the excitement," says Laino.
  • Below, Dr. Deb Laino offers the following advice for prioritizing sexual health on spring break.

Coachella Concerned That People Have Sex, Says AHF

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Jeudi, mars 28, 2024

(Photo: Business Wire)

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  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    The Coachella-themed billboard went up Tuesday, March 26, 2024 and will remain up throughout April as Coachella spans two weekends: April 12-14 and April 19-21.
  • Do they really not know how people spend their time during festival weekends?” said Michael Weinstein, AHF president and cofounder.
  • California ranks 22 in reported cases of chlamydia, 18th in reported cases of gonorrhea, and 19th in cases of syphilis.
  • To learn more about AHF, visit us online at AIDShealth.org , find us on Facebook , follow us on Instagram , Twitter , and TikTok , and subscribe to our AHFter Hours podcast.

Navigating Birth Control: Expert Advice from Dr. Bana Kashani, OB-GYN

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Vendredi, mars 29, 2024

In a rapidly evolving landscape of reproductive health, navigating the variety of birth control options can be overwhelming.

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  • In a rapidly evolving landscape of reproductive health, navigating the variety of birth control options can be overwhelming.
  • “When choosing a birth control method, it's essential to consider factors such as efficacy, convenience, side effects, and personal preferences.
  • Dr. Kashani sheds light on various birth control methods in the following Q&A:
    What are the different types of birth control methods available?
  • There is limited evidence to suggest that using birth control methods for an extended period negatively impacts fertility.

Cadence OTC Announces Community Investment Campaign to Support the Movement for Accessible Birth Control in Post-Roe America

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Jeudi, mars 28, 2024

Cadence OTC , a pioneering public benefits consumer healthcare company, has passionately pursued the vision of accessible over-the-counter (OTC) birth control pills.

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  • Cadence OTC , a pioneering public benefits consumer healthcare company, has passionately pursued the vision of accessible over-the-counter (OTC) birth control pills.
  • The campaign invites the public to champion affordable, accessible birth control and make a heartfelt investment in women's reproductive autonomy.
  • Samantha Miller, co-founder and co-CEO of Cadence OTC, asserts, “Birth control should be as easy to buy as condoms.
  • To be part of this historic movement in reproductive care and for more information on Cadence OTC, visit https://wefunder.com/cadenceotc/ .

Cadence OTC Revolutionizes Access to Emergency Contraception with NEW Morning After Pill™, Now Available in Convenience Stores Nationwide

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Mardi, mars 19, 2024

Cadence OTC , a Public Benefits consumer healthcare company, is redefining access to emergency contraception (EC) with its groundbreaking initiative, making Morning After Pill™ available at convenience stores across the U.S.

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  • Cadence OTC , a Public Benefits consumer healthcare company, is redefining access to emergency contraception (EC) with its groundbreaking initiative, making Morning After Pill™ available at convenience stores across the U.S.
  • "C-stores are everywhere – there are more than 150,000 throughout the country, in every neighborhood, and they are open long hours.
  • This is a situation where convenience truly matters because the sooner you take it, the better it works – hours matter.
  • For more information about Cadence OTC and its mission to increase access to emergency contraceptives, please visit cadenceotc.com .

As Opill Enhances Women's Reproductive Choices Dr. Mary Jane Minkin Highlights Key Differences Between the Progesterone-Only Opill and Traditional Estrogen-Based Contraceptives “The Pill”

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Lundi, mars 11, 2024

Progesterone-only pills or “mini pills’ are usually used for nursing mothers and those unable to take estrogen-based contraceptives for health reasons and individual medical history.

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  • Progesterone-only pills or “mini pills’ are usually used for nursing mothers and those unable to take estrogen-based contraceptives for health reasons and individual medical history.
  • "Education is key at this juncture to prevent an increase in unintended pregnancies in the coming months.
  • The Opill, significantly differs from the traditional birth control pill in that it is less effective at preventing ovulation when pills are missed or skipped for any reason.
  • The availability of the Opill OTC, or progesterone-only pill, is wonderful news for those women unable to take estrogen or 'The Pill.'

ADAMEVE.COM ASKS "ARE AMERICANS' REPRODUCTIVE RIGHTS BEING TAKEN AWAY?"

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Jeudi, mars 7, 2024

This month, the company surveyed over 1000 people asking if they felt that Americans' reproductive rights are being taken away.

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  • This month, the company surveyed over 1000 people asking if they felt that Americans' reproductive rights are being taken away.
  • Only 22% of the respondents (24% of the males and 22% of the females) did not feel their reproductive rights are being taken away.
  • "Reproductive rights include having the ability to decide whether and when to have children," says Dr. Jenni Skyler, PhD, LMFT, CST, and resident sexologist at Adam & Eve.
  • And as more of these rights are taken away, I encourage adults to vote to protect their reproductive and human rights as they see fit."

AHF Rolls Out Condom Extravaganza for Sexy Holiday

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Lundi, février 12, 2024

AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) is celebrating International Condom Day – the day before Valentine’s Day – with worldwide activities highlighting the importance of using condoms to practice safer sex.

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  • AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) is celebrating International Condom Day – the day before Valentine’s Day – with worldwide activities highlighting the importance of using condoms to practice safer sex.
  • AHF teams in more than 40 countries will hold events to educate on condom use, distribute free condoms, and encourage everyone to start or continue using condoms regularly.
  • In the U.S., AHF is staging its wildly popular, sold-out “ A Westside Story Burlesque Show ” in New York City, Chicago, and Washington, DC.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240212959442/en/
    AIDS Healthcare Foundation is putting a provocative spin on this timeless love story in celebration of safer sex.