Oct 29
Pregnancy Options Counseling Model
A model for providing pregnancy options counseling to ambivalent patients.
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Oct 28
Insights: Opioid Use in Pregnancy and Preconception
Written by Evan Fu, PharmD Candidate 2025, and Regina Ginzburg, Pharm.D., CDCES, BC-ADM Opioid use has increased dramatically over the last two decades, including among people of reproductive age. The number of pregnant people with opioid use disorder (OUD) presenting to the hospital at labor and delivery quadrupled between 1999 and 2014.1 A recent data analysis…
Oct 28
How To Use Misoprostol-Only for a Medication Abortion
This fact sheet explains how to use medication (misoprostol only) for an abortion with simple-to-follow steps and illustrations.
Oct 24
Options to Manage Pain for Gynecologic Procedures
This fact sheet offers patients and clinicians a menu of options to manage pain during gynecologic procedures in an office setting, like IUD placement and removal, cervical or endometrial biopsies, colposcopy, uterine suction (e.g. abortion, miscarriage management), pap smears, and other common gynecologic care. Methods include: comfort options, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs like ibuprofen and naproxen,…
Oct 24
Options for Ongoing Pregnancy or Retained Gestational Sac on Ultrasound After Medication Abortion
Algorithm that visually outlines the options for managing an ongoing pregnancy or retained gestational sac on ultrasound after medication abortion.
Oct 22
Expanding Medication Abortion on College Campuses: An Advocates Guide
Making medication abortion (MAB) easier to access on college campuses is important for supporting students’ health, well-being, and reproductive autonomy. Many college students face real challenges when trying to get abortion care – from not knowing where to go, to not being able to afford it. These barriers are often even greater for students from…
Oct 22
Privacy Considerations for Abortion Care
Talking with others about pregnancy and/or abortion experiences can help in processing emotions and decision-making. But, some people have been investigated or arrested after information about their abortion or miscarriage was given to law enforcement–usually by friends, family, partners, or healthcare workers. Use the tips and resources in this guide to protect yourself and your…
Oct 21
Providing Contraceptive Care in School-Based Health Centers
Written by Lisa Maldonado, MA, MPH There are more than 2,500 school-based health centers (SBHCs) across the country.1 SBHCs present a vital opportunity to integrate contraceptive care within primary care services for adolescents. These centers are uniquely positioned within the school environment—where students spend a significant portion of their time—to deliver comprehensive primary and preventive…
Sep 23
Insights: Benzodiazepine Use in Pregnancy and Lactation
Written by Crystal Lai, PharmD Candidate 2025 & Regina Ginzburg, Pharm.D., CDCES, BC-ADM Benzodiazepines are a class of medications indicated for generalized anxiety disorder, seizures, and insomnia. These drugs end in “lam or pam,” such as alprazolam, lorazepam, diazepam, or clonazepam.1 Despite their potential to cause serious adverse effects and potential for abuse, 5% of people…
Sep 16
Federal Policy and Access to Contraception
Written by Silpa Srinivasulu, MPH Since it took effect in 2012, the Affordable Care Act (ACA) has mandated that public and most private health insurance plans cover the full range of contraceptive methods (at least one form in each of the 18 method categories) and related services and counseling for people with reproductive capacity without…