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Twelve-Month Contraceptive Prescriptions: Do They Make a Difference?
In this national retrospective cohort study of patients on Medicaid, states with 12-month hormonal contraceptive supply policies increased their 12-month dispensing by only 4.39% compared to the pre-policy period. The majority of this increase was contributed by the state of California.
Abortion Bans Directly Affect OB/GYNs’ Mental Health and Burnout, Study Finds
Seven out of 10 OB/GYNs interviewed by researchers reported symptoms of anxiety and depression, directly related to the impact of the U.S. Supreme Court’s Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization decision, according to a new study.
People in Mississippi Blocked from Obtaining Preferred Contraceptives
New research shows how barriers affected women in Mississippi, where nearly two in five could not use their desired contraception.
Fewer Facilities Offer Procedural Abortion After Dobbs Decision
The number of publicly advertising abortion facilities that provide procedural abortions dropped by 11% from 2021 to 2023, a new study finds.
Online Pharmacies’ Role in Medication Abortion Access Is Critical, But Under Threat
New research demonstrates the importance of online pharmacies in direct-to-patient care and provision of medication abortion in the United States.
Three Steps Contraception Providers Can Take Now and After Jan. 20, 2025
Ahead of potential rollbacks in access to abortion care and contraception care through the next administration’s policies, there are some actions the reproductive health community can take now.
Potential Challenges Ahead for Reproductive Healthcare
One of the main challenges for reproductive healthcare providers is unpredictability. No one knows what kind of change will occur or when.
Immediate vs. Delayed Postpartum Long-Acting Reversible Contraception
Administering long-acting reversible contraceptives before hospital discharge reduced pregnancy risk and increased usage at six months, making it an effective option for postpartum contraception.
Are Deep Contraceptive Implant Removals Predictable?
In this retrospective cohort study of 747 patients undergoing contraceptive implant removal, lower body mass index at insertion, weight gain during use, and longer duration of use were risk factors for deep contraceptive implant removal procedures.
Study Suggests Some EC Clients Interested in Implants When They Have Access
Family planning clinics often have patients who ask for EC, and this is a prime opportunity to talk with them about their ongoing contraceptive needs.