Research Suggests America Could Soon Face an OB/GYN Shortage

Research Suggests America Could Soon Face an OB/GYN Shortage

According to a new study by Doximity, a wave of retirements over the next 10 years could mean a shortage of obstetricians and gynecologists, making it increasingly difficult for women to access essential reproductive health services. The survey, which was conducted by a social network for physicians and advanced practice clinicians, ultimately found the average… Read more »

Oregon Passes Comprehensive Reproductive Health Equality Act

Earlier this month, Oregon’s Senate passed a measure that would require insurance companies to cover abortions and reproductive services at no cost to patients.

It’s not hard to tell that reproductive healthcare in the U.S. has faced multiple threats in recent months. As state legislatures embrace President Trump’s attempts to defund Planned Parenthood, the Senate has been advocating for a replacement healthcare bill that could threaten women’s rights across the board. And yet, Oregon is now taking steps to… Read more »

UN Encourages New York to Update Reproductive Health Law

United Nations Urges Countries to Repeal Anti-Abortion Laws

New York State’s legislative session is drawing to a close and the Senate is running out of time to pass the Reproductive Health Act, which would update antiquated abortion policies that have been in place since before the landmark Supreme Court ruling in Roe v. Wade. In particular, the bill would eliminate two long-standing statutes… Read more »

Plant-Based Chemicals Could Become New Contraceptive Option

Last week, researchers from the University of California, Berkeley announced their discovery of two wild plant compounds that could serve as “molecular condoms,” blocking fertilization in what could become the next generation of male contraception. The compounds themselves are derived from chemicals found in dandelion roots, as well as the plant Tripterygium wilfordii, better known… Read more »

Many Women Still Lack Access to Long-Term Birth Control

Despite recent scientific gains in the world of female reproductive research, a significant number of American women still lack access to long-lasting contraception following childbirth. According to research conducted at the University of Michigan, although the rate of postpartum IUDs and implants has increased sevenfold over the past five years, 96 percent of those cases… Read more »

Lab Device Helps Scientists Study Female Reproductive Cycle

Lab Device Helps Scientists Study Female Reproductive Cycle

Half of the human population has female reproductive organs, and yet a significant amount of mystery still surrounds women-specific health issues. But hope may be on the horizon: only a few weeks ago, scientists revealed they had successfully created a miniature device that can mimic the female reproductive cycle. What does this mean for women… Read more »

Improved Contraceptive Access Could Save $12 Billion a Year

Improved Contraceptive Access Could Save $12 Billion a Year

Recently, we’ve reported at length about the positive benefits of reliable, long-term contraceptives. From research that suggests birth control may help protect women against endometrial cancer to our latest breakdown of IUD advantages, the team at South Avenue Women’s Services is dedicated to monitoring encouraging developments for women’s health—and now, we can add economics to… Read more »

Trudeau Pledges $650 Million for Reproductive Health Efforts

Trudeau Pledges $650 Million for Reproductive Health Efforts

Earlier this month, International Women’s Day sparked demonstrations around the world in an encouraging show of support for women and gender-oppressed individuals. It also represented an important day for global health efforts, in large part due to a $650 million pledge made by Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to “close existing gaps” in reproductive health… Read more »

Birth Control Pills May Have Saved Thousands From Cancer

Birth Control Use Linked to Drop in Ovarian Cancer Deaths

Years of research have touted the positive health benefits that result from taking birth control pills. Aside from protecting against unwanted pregnancy, oral contraceptives often contribute to fewer acne breakouts, as well as lighter and less painful periods for women. Now, a recent study released by a group at Oxford suggests birth control may also… Read more »

9 Facts About IUDs [Infographic]

Long-term birth control options have completely changed the landscape of women’s contraceptives in recent years. Some of the safest and most effective of these long-term contraceptives are intrauterine devices, or IUDs. Hormonal IUDs typically last between 3 and 6 years, while non-hormonal options can last as long as 12 years. But despite their growing popularity,… Read more »