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Debunking Common Myths About Women’s Reproductive Health 🔍✨ Misinformation around women’s reproductive health is widespread, often affecting how women understand and manage their own health. These myths highlight the importance of sharing accurate, science-backed information on women’s health. One of the things we do at Débbo Africa is to empower women to take control of their health by educating them and dispelling these widespread misconceptions. Let’s continue to educate ourselves and support one another in understanding the facts behind reproductive health. . #WomensHealth #ReproductiveHealth #MythBusting #HealthEducation #EmpowerWomen

A big component of #WomensHealth is #ReproductiveHealth, something that The Challenge Initiative (TCI) is particularly focused on improving, especially among the urban poor. Local ownership and system readiness are essential to address challenges in women's reproductive health, so I am shining a light on this today. How can we make International Day of Action for Women’s Health a day of ACTION rather than just awareness?

As we gear towards #WorldContraceptionDay, here are some of the challenges faced in accessing and offering family planning and contraception as shared by our Executive Director, Nelly Munyasia. #WCD2024

Knowing the risks and problems associated with poor maternal and reproductive healthcare helps to understand why this care is vital.

In the lead-up to #WorldContraceptionDay, we called on our members to share why they work in reproductive health, what challenges they face, and which common myths they bust. We even asked them to share their dreams around the ideal contraceptive method. Today, we kick off this campaign with a message from Reproductive Health Network Kenya: 🌍 Social norms, 🛑 disinformation, 🏥 access, and 💰 cost – just a few of the biggest challenges in #Kenya when it comes to reproductive health. #WCD2024

📊✨ Check out the 2024 State Scorecard on Women's Health and Reproductive Care! 🌟 This report offers an overview of how states are performing in key areas like access to reproductive health services and maternal care. 🤰💖 It's a crucial resource for understanding the progress and challenges in women's health across the nation. Let’s keep pushing for change! 🚀 Misha Nair #WomensHealth #ReproductiveCare

By understanding the intricacies of the female reproductive system and following these basic rules for its health, women can take proactive steps to ensure their well-being throughout their lives.

Did you know that all my work in #healthequity, including BIPOC perinatal mental health, led me to pursue my current doctoral work in educational equity? We desperately need Black, Brown, and other historically marginalized clinicians in #healthcare, but so many of us don't make it to and through 6-12 years of higher ed/med school, getting licensed, and staying in the field. That was almost my story. But that's a different #DEIA adventure for another time. Making a real shift in less than stellar outcomes for all birthing people, and these unequal health outcomes for Black women shared by Joel Bervell, takes systemic change. We need all hands on deck. What are you doing to make a difference? Start by supporting one of our North Carolina partners, Equity Before Birth. And if you made it this far, DM me to learn more about supporting The PUSHES project, a #mentalhealth equity initiative at Bridges Family Life Center, PLLC . We need partners like you. #RethinkRelationship #BMHW #Nonprofit #MaternalHealth #Mothers

Men’s Health Month is the perfect time to review best practice recommendations for preventive sexual and reproductive health services for males. This document, from the OPA-funded Reproductive Health National Training Center (RHNTC), can help you determine what clinical services to provide or improve and examples of how to do so. https://lnkd.in/gB8WC5_b

MYTH VS FACT: Understanding Menstruation Better Menstruation is a natural process, yet so many misconceptions surround it. Let’s break down some common myths and replace them with facts to foster a more informed, compassionate view on this essential part of reproductive health. Let’s work together to educate and empower individuals to understand the facts about menstruation. A world without period stigma is possible if we all play our part! #MenstrualHealth #MythBusting #HealthEducation #Empowerment #ReproductiveHealth