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Proposed Federal Legislation Supports Uterine Fibroid Awareness

The new legislation would provide funding for uterine fibroid research, education and treatment.

Oncologists Urge Americans to Get Cancer Screenings Back on Track

Studies have shown an alarming drop in screenings—and more advanced cancer—during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Women May Face a Greater Risk of Coronary Heart Disease From Stress

Stress from job demands and social interactions appear to increase women’s susceptibility to coronary heart disease.

National HIV/AIDS Strategy Could Be a Model for COVID-19 Response

A study of Black and Latino people living with HIV found high rates of resilience and challenges.

COVID Put Remote Abortion to the Test. Supporters Say It Passed.

More than 600,000 women in the U.S. access abortion care each year.

Women on HIV Treatment Are Increasingly Open About Breastfeeding

However, it’s still unclear whether Undetectable = Untransmittable extends to breastmilk.

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National Transgender HIV Testing Day 2021

Since COVID-19 caused many testing sites to shut down, the CDC is promoting free at-home HIV and STI test kits. Here’s how to get yours.

Women’s Pain Perceived to Be Less Extreme Than Men’s

Gender bias affects how people assess women’s pain compared with men’s, which may lead to disparities in treatment.

Updated Pediatric Guidelines Nod to Tivicay for Infants

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Joint CDC and FDA Statement on Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 Vaccine

The federal government has paused administration of the vaccine while it investigates a rare blood clotting disorder.

Police Killings of People With Mental Illness Prompt Talk of Reform

Policies could mandate training on how officers should interact with people experiencing a mental health crisis.

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How’s Your State Doing in the Race to End the HIV Epidemic?

Use America’s just-updated, interactive HIV Epidemic Analysis Dashboard to find out.

Psychiatric Disorders Persist Among Adults Arrested as Youth

Fifteen years after detention, adolescents with untreated mental health issues still exhibited a disorder.

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Women With Obesity Are More Likely to Experience Heavier Periods

As women gain weight, they may lose more blood during menstruation.
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