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Everything You Need to Know About PMS & PMDD

Have you ever felt that struggle in the days or weeks leading up to your menstrual cycle that makes you feel like your whole world is upside down? That’s called PMS (premenstrual syndrome), and it’s super common – like, millions of women experience it every month common.
In rare cases, women can experience a more severe and debilitating version of PMS called PMDD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder). We will delve into everything you need to know about PMS and PMDD, including its symptoms, causes, and possible relief options.

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What is Reproductive Coercion?

As a part of domestic violence awareness month, it is important to recognize the different ways that abuse can show up in relationships and support those who have been through these experiences or are currently in unhealthy relationships.
“Domestic abuse, also called “domestic violence” or “intimate partner violence,” can be defined as a pattern of behavior in any relationship that is used to gain or maintain power and control over an intimate partner

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An Update on Birth Control Access in Tennessee

Earlier this year, the Tennessee Department of Health lost its Title X funding, over $7 million in Federal funds to provide family planning services throughout the state health department locations. The state legislature replaced those Federal funds with state funds. However, because of the funding shift and Tennessee’s Eligibility Verification for Entitlements Act, passed in 2012, the health department locations across Tennessee will no longer be able to provide family planning services to anyone unable to provide documentation of their citizenship or immigration status.

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Separating Fact from Fiction: Birth Control Misconceptions

When it comes to birth control, there are a lot of misconceptions out there. These misconceptions can prevent people from starting birth control, which can lead to unintended pregnancies or cause reproductive health issues to be left untreated. In honor of World Contraception Day, it’s important to address these misconceptions and provide accurate information so you can make a decision on your own terms.

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