TBH (To Be Honest) is a monthly newsletter dedicated to learning about our bodies, talking about sex and relationships, and challenging health inequity and injustice.
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Black History Month + President Trump’s executive orders + trans history |
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"There is renewed interest in menopause right now, and we need to take advantage," says Stephanie Faubion, the director of Mayo Clinic’s Center for Women’s Health in Jacksonville, Florida, and medical director of The Menopause Society. |
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No matter the question, no matter the topic, our sex education experts have you covered. Read more on the blog >> |
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What we're watching, reading, listening to, and taking action on: |
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It’s Black History Month! Celebrate by listening to NATAL, a podcast that weaves together insights from medical professionals, birth workers, and other experts to trace the stories of Black families within the context of our health care system.
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"Can I go to a Planned Parenthood health center if I'm undocumented?" |
Planned Parenthood health centers welcome everyone, no matter what their immigration status is. If you are or know an undocumented person who plans to visit a Planned Parenthood health center, here are a few things to keep in mind. |
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You don’t have to tell anyone your immigration status. If you're undocumented or don't have a Social Security number, don’t worry. Health center staff don’t need and won’t ask for that information to give you the care you need.
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If you can't get health insurance, there are other options. Ask health center staff about other ways to pay for your care.
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You may need to bring some form of ID with you. Many Planned Parenthood health centers require a form of ID to enter the building. Each health center has its own rules. Contact your local Planned Parenthood health center to find out what you need to bring with you.
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Some payment options require a photo ID. If you plan to pay by credit card, debit card, check, or third-party health insurance, you’ll need a form of ID with a picture of yourself on it. Other payment options include cash, money order, or payments made by another person who has a photo ID.
- Confidentiality is the law. The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) protects the confidentiality of your data and ensures the privacy of your health records and information.
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You have rights. If U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) or Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agents enter a Planned Parenthood health center, the Fourth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution limits how they enforce immigration laws: You have the right to remain silent and contact a lawyer. You don’t have to answer any of their questions.
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*Note: Planned Parenthood is not responsible for nor does it endorse any legal, medical, or other advice or information provided by any of the entities identified or referenced herein or by any other third parties, whether referenced herein or not.
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