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Tired, Afraid, and Looking For Answers – Cindy’s Menopause Story

By: Interview Granted by Cindy McKendall, NWHN Member , , ,

Cindy shares her lived experience living with perimenopause and menopause.

Much is at stake for women, children, and abortion access this budget season.

6 UNDERLYING CAUSES OF THE MATERNAL HEALTH CRISIS IN THE U.S.

By: By: Adele Costa and Kristen Batstone ,

Note – Refer to the “Useful Definitions and Further Reading” section at the end of the post for a glossary and deeper dives on some of these concepts.

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Tired, Afraid, and Looking For Answers – Cindy’s Menopause Story

By: Interview Granted by Cindy McKendall, NWHN Member ,, , Deep Dive Articles,Uncategorized

Cindy shares her lived experience living with perimenopause and menopause. Updated: Aug 22, 2023

Much is at stake for women, children, and abortion access this budget season.

6 UNDERLYING CAUSES OF THE MATERNAL HEALTH CRISIS IN THE U.S.

By: By: Adele Costa and Kristen Batstone ,, Deep Dive Articles

Note - Refer to the "Useful Definitions and Further Reading" section at the end of the post for a glossary and deeper dives on some of these concepts.

As a Breast Cancer Survivor, I’ve Seen Firsthand How Early Detection and Clinical Trial Initiatives Save Lives

By: Denise Hyater-Lindenmuth, Executive Director of the National Women’s Health Network ,, , , Deep Dive Articles,Press Releases

For press inquiries about this op-ed, contact Director of Communications Adele Costa at acosta@nwhn.org or by phone at 631 – 538 – 6348.

The Women Who Paved the Way for Informed Consent Laws in the U.S.

By: Emily Morson (MS), Neuroscientist and NWHN Contributor ,, Consumer Health Info,Deep Dive Articles,Health Info

What do operations on the wrong ear, unauthorized removals of foot bones, and forced hysterectomies from 100 years ago have to do with informed consent today? Keep reading to find out.

My Reduction Saved My Son’s Life: Katelyn’s Story

By: Katelyn P., NWHN Member ,, , , , Deep Dive Articles

After the fall of Roe, we came across a public Facebook post of a woman who, in order to save one twin, had to terminate the other in utero. This is her story, told in her words.

I lived it: Real health stories from members to inspire, educate, and activate you. Updated: Jan 4, 2023

Fake clinics outnumber real ones four to one, with dangerous consequences for women's health.