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Ask Auntie: Revitalizing Sexual Health Education for Native Youth

What does it mean to grow up with questions about your body, relationships, and identity—and no one to ask? For many American Indian and Alaska Native (AIAN) youth, accessing accurate, culturally relevant sexual health information can feel like an uphill battle. Disparities in sexual health outcomes, including higher rates of STIs and teen pregnancies, persist […]

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Pandemic’s Hidden Impact on Child Marriage and FGM

Imagine a young girl, barely into her teenage years, facing the most challenging period of her life: a marriage or a medical procedure she never wanted. The COVID-19 pandemic unleashed this scenario for thousands of children across the globe, altering life trajectories in ways many of us have barely begun to comprehend. New research reveals […]

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The Struggles of Commercial Sex Workers in the Pandemic

Imagine facing a pandemic without a safety net. No job security, no access to basic health services, and no way to socially distance. For many involved in commercial sex work during the COVID-19 pandemic, this scenario wasn’t a hypothetical—it was their reality. A recent study offers a rare glimpse into their lives, highlighting how a […]

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The Hidden Health Toll of Being Bisexual: What You Need to Know

Have you ever thought about how feeling disrespected could affect your health? For many bisexual individuals, the answer is more complex than you might imagine. According to recent research, the everyday stress of not being treated with the same respect as others could influence not just their mental health, but their physical health as well. […]

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How Abortion Funds Provide More Than Financial Support

Access to reproductive healthcare, especially abortion, is more than a hot-button political issue—it’s an everyday challenge for countless people. And while we often focus on the financial burdens, the real story is about the unsung heroes who help women navigate a fragmented, confusing system to get the care they need. In Texas, where restrictive abortion […]

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