See a new study from our researchers published in Birth: 'Postpartum care for parent–infant dyads: A community midwifery model' #midwifery #postpartum onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/bi…

Our new issue brief summarizes findings from the largest study of telehealth abortion in the U.S.

With over 6,000 participants, study results demonstrate that receiving abortion pills via telemedicine is safe and effective. ansirh.org/research/brief…

Black Maternal Health Week UC San Francisco starts April 11- 17. Join us online or in person! See a full list of events sponsored by UC San Francisco_ObGynRS. ➡️ tiny.ucsf.edu/BMHW24
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Stigma and fear of criminalization make it less likely that pregnant people will seek prenatal care and substance use treatment.

Check out our resource for guidance on avoiding stigmatizing narratives and communicating accurately and compassionately: bixbycenter.ucsf.edu/news/new-resou…

KNOW THIS: The Arizona Supreme Court's decision is quite literally sending the rights of pregnant people back to the 1800s. This draconian ban will make it dangerous for people to be pregnant in Arizona and will put more pressure on providers in surrounding states.

Big new rule from U.S. EPA reducing air toxic in #EJ communities

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#EPA could do this because they had data on health risks, emission and exposures - why the EPA IRIS risk assessment program makes a difference

🗓️ Next week we welcome reproductive rights and justice advocate Dr. April Lockley for a special Grand Rounds recognizing Black Maternal Health Week. Dr. April Lockley will discuss Black joy and reproductive autonomy. Join us in person or via Zoom ➡️ tiny.ucsf.edu/BMHW24 #BMHW

New research shows that routine training in abortion care during OBGYN residency is associated with higher competence and intention to provide abortion care. Availability of this training is severely compromised in restricted states post-Dobbs. pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38159792/

UCSF's Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Sciences is joining Black Mamas Matter Alliance in amplifying the conversation around Black maternal health rights. See a list of our events for Black Maternal Health Week starting April 1 ➡️ tiny.ucsf.edu/BMHW24 #BMHW24

Please RT! Applications are due June 1 for this special research fellowship in #FetalDiagnosis and #FetalTherapy . Experience our vibrant training program, mentorship, multidisciplinary collaboration, and cutting-edge fetal diagnostics and therapies. tiny.ucsf.edu/15AQrW

Still, the arrival of male contraception is unlikely to dampen women’s enthusiasm for using their own methods, says Allison Merz, current OB/GYN Resident and incoming Complex Family Planning Fellow. Read more. #UCSFObGynProud

Did you know more than 25% of our current residents identify as Latinx/e? They recently gathered to build community with one another while giving back to local residents. We love to see it. #UCSFObGynProud

You consistently go above and beyond to ensure the well-being of our patients and communities. Happy Doctor's Day to UCSF Obstetrics Gynecology & Reproductive Sciences physicians and all our amazing colleagues @UCSF and beyond. We appreciate you. #NationalDoctorsDay

We're looking 🤩 at you UCSF Obstetrics Gynecology & Reproductive Sciences 🥼🫶❕

‼️Join us tomorrow, March 27th, at 7am for our Perioperative Culture, Teamwork, and Communication Joint Grant Rounds, hosted by UCSF Anesthesia and Perioperative Care, ourselves & the additional Perioperative Departments at @UCSF. For more information and to join, visit: tiny.ucsf.edu/327GR👇👇

Must Read: Primer on today's #SCOTUS case weighing Mifepristone for Abortion Care featuring expertise from faculty Ushma Upadhyay, PhD, MPH & research from ANSIRH.
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Tomorrow, the U.S. Supreme Court will hear oral arguments in a case about mifepristone — one of two pills used in medication abortions.

Here’s what’s at stake [a thread 🧵]

Happy National Physicians Week! We are thankful for the dedicated doctors who work tirelessly for the health and well-being of their patients. Their commitment to care makes a world of difference to the communities they serve.

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Animation artist: Mikhaila Markham
Thanks to our partners California Latinas for Reproductive Justice and Center for Gender and Health Justice. ❤️