The National Women’s Health Network’s 2024 Policy Agenda
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Mission Critical: Eradicating Health Disparities for Servicewomen and Women Veterans
Servicewomen and women veterans were promised comprehensive health care, and the U.S. government has yet to deliver on this promise. They are currently shortchanged on contraception, abortion, mental health, maternal health, and menopause care.
Ensuring Accessible Birth Control: Opill and the Path Forward
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The NWHN Applauds the FDA’s Decision to Make a Birth Control Pill Available Over-the-Counter
OPill is the first over-the-counter birth control pill available in the U.S. It is safe, effective, and will increase access to contraception for millions of women nationwide.
The NWHN’s Written Testimony to the FDA Regarding Over-The-Counter Authorization of Opill, an Oral Contraceptive
Read the NWHN's testimony to the FDA in support of OPILL, an oral contraceptive, being approved for over-the-counter dispensation.
2022 Media Highlights
In 2022, the Network was cited in the media 8% more often than in 2021 in publications like Time, Vice, Politico, The Wall Street Journal, and more. Read on for the best of our contributions to national news and thought leadership in 2022.
Ep 007: Must-Know Birth Control Info with Dr. Yen
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THE NWHN’S STATEMENT ON SENATOR GRAHAM’S NEWLY INTRODUCED BILL PROPOSING A FEDERAL ABORTION BAN
This proposed federal abortion ban is a disturbing "new normal" in political brinksmanship. We must exercise our right to vote in November.
Phexxi Contraceptive Gel – Consumer Health Info
Phexxi is a contraceptive gel that works by taking advantage of the vagina’s natural acidity.
Contraception Self-Advocacy
Advocating for yourself in the provider’s office is a crucial part of ensuring that you get the best contraception care for you. Here are a few tips and strategies.