Sadly, the Center for Disease Control (CDC) estimates about 20% of the U.S. population currently has an STD/STI. Sexually transmitted diseases/infections often go undiagnosed because they may not have immediate symptoms. Or, due to embarrassment, fear, or anger, some people simply refuse STD testing. You should be tested for an STD/STI at least once a
All pregnancies bring along worries, both big and small. If you think you might be pregnant and have an STD, you’re likely wondering if you can pass your STD to your child and the impact this will have on your pregnancy, your options, and — if you choose to give birth — your baby. We
If you’re sexually active and hoping to avoid an unplanned pregnancy, you need to understand the difference between Plan B and the abortion pill. In today’s article, we are breaking down the important differences between Plan B and the abortion pill, including how these two medications work, what the side effects and risks include, and
Are you facing an unplanned pregnancy? If you’re trying to decide if abortion is right for you and are curious about the costs you might face, you’re in the right place. Understanding whether or not Medicaid will cover an abortion in the state of Wyoming can help inform your choice. True Care Women’s Resource Center
“Should I take a pregnancy test?” This dreaded question can cause serious anxiety, fear, and stress. Not knowing if you may be facing an unplanned pregnancy can be one of the most stress-inducing question marks in your life, but it’s important to remember that there’s help available to you! From helping you determine whether or
A woman who chooses adoption for her unborn baby is courageous and truly selfless. She is putting her child first, above her own situation. Adoption is one of the most difficult decisions a woman will ever make, but there is satisfaction in knowing it was the right choice for her and her child. Choosing adoption
You are the only one who knows your situation and what is best for you and your unplanned pregnancy. It’s important to consider all of your options, and open adoption is one of them. When everything in your life feels out of your control, this is one place where you get to make all the
If you find you’re experiencing an unplanned pregnancy, to whom do you turn? Friend? Family? Your partner? People who care about you can listen, cry with you, and help you consider plans for the future. The question is–can you trust them to not judge you, push you into a decision you don’t want to
Opioid addiction is considered a crisis in the United States, with overdoses increasing annually. The number of women hospitalized because of opioid use between 2005 and 2014 was higher than among men, and between 1999 and 2017 the death rate from drug overdose among women ages 30 to 64 increased by 260 percent. Opioids and
Forced, or coerced, abortions don’t just happen in other countries – they occur in America, too. The definition of coercion is to pressure, compel, or dominate by force (physical or emotional), and that’s what happens to many women who abort their pregnancies. For example, a few years ago, a woman in Colorado went to an