Women's health care is in the news quite a lot these days, but one story that hasn't been in the news nearly enough is how a new U.S. Department of Health and Human Services rule cuts women off from ...

HHS is changing its orientation when it comes to contraceptive access, shifting to a bigger focus on conception, "natural family planning," and pregnancy. HHS's Office of Population Affairs (OPA) ...

An abortion is a procedure to end a pregnancy. Safe access to abortion is a vital part of healthcare. Family planning services may reduce the need for abortions, as they can help prevent unintended ...

Despite decades of progress, access to family planning in hard-to-reach and underserved areas of Kenya remains a significant challenge. Many women in arid and semi-arid regions, as well as those in ...

Vikki Velasquez is a researcher and writer who has managed, coordinated, and directed various community and nonprofit organizations. She has conducted in-depth research on social and economic issues ...