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04.07.2025 portrait of a young woman using a mobile app

Period Apps After Dobbs: More Users, More Risks

Following the Dobbs decision, the number of women using period-tracking apps has increased from 37% to 45%, raising privacy concerns.

Fellow Rowena Lindsay

01.17.2025 A couple stressed out and fighting during pregnancy

Sexual & Reproductive Health
Maternal Health

Pregnancy, Divorce, and the Dangerous Gaps in State Laws

Restrictive divorce laws in some states not only fail to protect pregnant individuals but may also actively contribute to harm.

Fellow Dani Weissert

01.13.2025 Belly of pregnant woman monochrome on dark background; abortion concept

The Ripple Effects of Abortion Bans: A Glimpse into Texas' Future

Following the implementation of a strict abortion ban in Texas, there was a 12.9% rise in infant deaths across the state.

Fellow Jude Sleiman

11.22.2024 headshot of Marni Sommer, a menstrual health researcher and advocate

Sexual & Reproductive Health

'Menstrual Health Is a Fundamental Part of Public Health'

Marni Sommer, professor of sociomedical science at Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health, discusses her work as a menstrual equity researcher and advocate.

Fellow Dani Weissert

10.29.2024 Photo of pregnant woman sitting with hands on stomach with a red and blue gradient filter. reproductive health concept

Public Health on the Ballot: Reproductive Health

A look at where the presidential candidates stand on issues surrounding reproductive health, past and present.

Fellow Dani Weissert

10.23.2024 Silhouette of a young woman experiencing pregnancy, standing in front of a darkened window

Crisis Pregnancy Centers

Crisis pregnancy centers may provide access to care and free services, but these centers fail to offer comprehensive reproductive care for patients.

Fellow Dani Weissert

07.03.2024 Domestic violence and abuse concept

A Deadly Oversight: Unintended Consequences of Restricting Abortions

For women in violent relationships, an abortion can be the difference between finding freedom from or being tethered to an abuser.

Guest Author Alyssa Amendola

06.26.2024 Young woman sitting at table talking with doctor via telehealth appointment on her laptop

Click to Care: Telehealth Abortion Services

Telehealth abortion services have become a pillar of reproductive care post-Dobbs, offering the unique benefit of receiving care at home.

Fellow Dani Weissert

05.13.2024

Charting Change: OBGYN Residency Post-Roe

Following the Dobbs decision, OBGYN residency applications in states with abortion bans and gestational limits decreased.

Fellow Dani Weissert