Public policy
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Birth control
Go easy: More women choosing low-maintenance birth control
The IUD and the implant are more popular than ever among women in the United States.
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Birth control
Cracking the code: 14 health insurance terms you should know
If you are trying to buy health insurance, or understand a mysterious charge, these terms should help.
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Activism & politics
Your guide to the midterm elections
Now’s the time to make your voice heard
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Activism & politics
What is the domestic gag rule and why should you care?
It’s bad. We need your help to stop it.
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Activism & politics
#HandsOffMyBC: What you need to know about the new birth control rules
And what you can do to fight against them.
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Boundaries & consent
When you don't want to: Dealing with sexual assault
If someone ever makes you do something sexual that you don’t want to do, that’s sexual assault.
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IUD
But really, should you get an IUD right now?
If you’re among the many folks wondering if now is the time to try long-acting birth control, here are some things to consider.
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Birth control
A guide to birth control when you’re in the military
Active-duty servicemembers can get their birth control method without copays.
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Birth control
5 reasons to say "thanks!" for birth control
Wondering why birth control's kind of a big deal? Let us tell you all about it.
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Birth control
Oregon: Killing it when it comes to sexual health care
Portlandia isn't the only reason we love the Beaver State.
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Birth control
How to: Birth control and the pharmacy
Your one-stop shop for the pill, the patch, the ring, barrier methods, and emergency contraception.
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Birth control pill
Will over-the-counter birth control pills ever happen?
There’s been lots of talk, but when will we actually be able to get birth control pills without a prescription?
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Not sure what birth control is right for you?
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