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Rise of Misinformation on Social Media Impacts Contraceptive Choices
A new trend on social media platforms like TikTok is spreading misinformation about hormonal contraception, causing concern among experts due to its potential impact on women's reproductive health and choices.
Rise of Misinformation on Social Media Impacts Contraceptive Choices
A new trend on social media platforms like TikTok is spreading misinformation about hormonal contraception, causing concern among experts due to its potential impact on women's reproductive health and choices.
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20% Bias Score
Trump Administration Cuts Funding for Contraception, Impacting 800,000
The Trump administration has cut funding for Title X, a program providing free contraception to low-income individuals, impacting over 800,000 people and aligning with broader efforts to limit access to reproductive healthcare, potentially increasing unintended pregnancies.
Trump Administration Cuts Funding for Contraception, Impacting 800,000
The Trump administration has cut funding for Title X, a program providing free contraception to low-income individuals, impacting over 800,000 people and aligning with broader efforts to limit access to reproductive healthcare, potentially increasing unintended pregnancies.
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48% Bias Score
US Birth Control Access Varies Widely by State
A new report reveals that only one-third of US states ensure affordable birth control access through Medicaid expansion and insurer coverage, creating a two-tiered system impacting low-income individuals and minors.
US Birth Control Access Varies Widely by State
A new report reveals that only one-third of US states ensure affordable birth control access through Medicaid expansion and insurer coverage, creating a two-tiered system impacting low-income individuals and minors.
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44% Bias Score
Record High Abortion Rate in England and Wales
In 2022, a record 29.7% of conceptions in England and Wales ended in legal abortion (247,703), up from 26.5% in 2021 and 20.8% in 2012; the highest percentage was among girls under 16 (61%), while women aged 30-34 had the lowest (20.5%); increased waiting times for contraception and financial strugg...
Record High Abortion Rate in England and Wales
In 2022, a record 29.7% of conceptions in England and Wales ended in legal abortion (247,703), up from 26.5% in 2021 and 20.8% in 2012; the highest percentage was among girls under 16 (61%), while women aged 30-34 had the lowest (20.5%); increased waiting times for contraception and financial strugg...
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44% Bias Score
Saliva-Based Contraceptive Device Minilab Launches Across Europe
Inne's Minilab, a saliva-based contraceptive device with 92% effectiveness, receives EU certification and will launch in September, offering a hormone-free alternative to birth control pills.
Saliva-Based Contraceptive Device Minilab Launches Across Europe
Inne's Minilab, a saliva-based contraceptive device with 92% effectiveness, receives EU certification and will launch in September, offering a hormone-free alternative to birth control pills.
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48% Bias Score
MHRA Warns Against GLP-1 Weight Loss Injections During Pregnancy
The UK's MHRA warns women using GLP-1 weight loss injections, such as Ozempic and Mounjaro, to use contraception and wait two months post-treatment before trying to conceive due to 40 pregnancy-related reports and a lack of safety data regarding fetal development.
MHRA Warns Against GLP-1 Weight Loss Injections During Pregnancy
The UK's MHRA warns women using GLP-1 weight loss injections, such as Ozempic and Mounjaro, to use contraception and wait two months post-treatment before trying to conceive due to 40 pregnancy-related reports and a lack of safety data regarding fetal development.
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64% Bias Score
Trump Administration Cuts Off Contraception Funding, Affecting 800,000
The Trump administration withheld Title X funding from over 20 reproductive health clinics in Montana and other states, impacting 800,000 people's access to contraception, due to statements deemed violations of the Civil Rights Act and recent executive orders, potentially reflecting a policy shift t...
Trump Administration Cuts Off Contraception Funding, Affecting 800,000
The Trump administration withheld Title X funding from over 20 reproductive health clinics in Montana and other states, impacting 800,000 people's access to contraception, due to statements deemed violations of the Civil Rights Act and recent executive orders, potentially reflecting a policy shift t...
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48% Bias Score
Clutchkit: Increasing Access to Reproductive Healthcare
Lisa Frelinghuysen launched Clutchkit, a reproductive health kit distributed through schools and organizations to underserved communities, addressing the high rate of unintended pregnancies in the US by providing accessible resources and breaking down stigma.
Clutchkit: Increasing Access to Reproductive Healthcare
Lisa Frelinghuysen launched Clutchkit, a reproductive health kit distributed through schools and organizations to underserved communities, addressing the high rate of unintended pregnancies in the US by providing accessible resources and breaking down stigma.
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56% Bias Score
Record High Abortion Rate in England and Wales in 2022
In 2022, England and Wales recorded a record high of 29.7% of pregnancies ending in abortion, totaling almost 250,000 terminations, exceeding the 26.5% in 2021 and significantly higher than a decade ago; this increase is attributed to various factors, including increased access to at-home abortion m...
Record High Abortion Rate in England and Wales in 2022
In 2022, England and Wales recorded a record high of 29.7% of pregnancies ending in abortion, totaling almost 250,000 terminations, exceeding the 26.5% in 2021 and significantly higher than a decade ago; this increase is attributed to various factors, including increased access to at-home abortion m...
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48% Bias Score
Russia's Mifepristone Restrictions Cause Nationwide Contraceptive Shortage
Russia's September 2024 reclassification of mifepristone as a controlled substance has led to a nationwide shortage of emergency contraceptives and medical abortion drugs, impacting women's reproductive healthcare access amid a demographic crisis and record-low birth rates.
Russia's Mifepristone Restrictions Cause Nationwide Contraceptive Shortage
Russia's September 2024 reclassification of mifepristone as a controlled substance has led to a nationwide shortage of emergency contraceptives and medical abortion drugs, impacting women's reproductive healthcare access amid a demographic crisis and record-low birth rates.
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32% Bias Score
Weight-Loss Injections Pose Contraceptive Risks: Urgent MHRA Warning
The UK's MHRA issued an urgent warning that weight-loss injections, including Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro, may reduce contraceptive effectiveness and pose risks to pregnant women and fetuses, prompting advice on birth control and immediate cessation upon pregnancy.
Weight-Loss Injections Pose Contraceptive Risks: Urgent MHRA Warning
The UK's MHRA issued an urgent warning that weight-loss injections, including Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro, may reduce contraceptive effectiveness and pose risks to pregnant women and fetuses, prompting advice on birth control and immediate cessation upon pregnancy.
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60% Bias Score
MHRA Warns Against Weight-Loss Jabs During Pregnancy
The UK's MHRA advises women using weight-loss jabs like Wegovy and Mounjaro to stop if pregnant, trying to conceive, or breastfeeding due to unknown effects on unborn babies, highlighting concerns about safe usage amidst growing popularity and access challenges.
MHRA Warns Against Weight-Loss Jabs During Pregnancy
The UK's MHRA advises women using weight-loss jabs like Wegovy and Mounjaro to stop if pregnant, trying to conceive, or breastfeeding due to unknown effects on unborn babies, highlighting concerns about safe usage amidst growing popularity and access challenges.
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52% Bias Score
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