Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra Emphasizes the Importance of Minnesota at Reproductive Health Care Roundtable
During a visit with abortion providers, Sec. Xavier Becerra highlighted the stark differences in abortion care across states in the Midwest.
STIs on the rise across the nation and upper Midwest
The best way to prevent STIs is through testing, early treatment, and practicing safer sex.
Hennepin County Announces Added Protections for Abortion Patients
Hennepin County Attorney Mike Freeman announced a new policy that provides protections for abortions in Minnesota.
Planned Parenthood North Central States Announces Ruth Richardson as Next CEO
St. Paul, MN—Today, Planned Parenthood North Central States (PPNCS) announced Ruth Richardson will be the next CEO. Ruth joins PPNCS after longtime CEO Sarah Stoesz announced in December 2021 that she would be stepping aside this fall.
Kansas Resoundingly Votes in Support of Abortion Rights
St. Paul, Minnesota – Voters in Kansas yesterday resoundingly rejected a proposed constitutional amendment that would have cleared the way for politicians to outlaw abortion, reinforcing that a majority of people across America support safe and legal abortion.
Planned Parenthood North Central States Applauds Minnesota Attorney General's Decision Regarding Abortion Restrictions
St. Paul, Minnesota—Today, Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison announced his office will not challenge a recent ruling that strikes down state abortion restrictions, ensuring access to safe and legal abortion in Minnesota.
Planned Parenthood North Central States Statement on Overturning of Roe v. Wade
St. Paul, MN—The U.S. Supreme Court today struck down Roe v. Wade, dealing a devastating blow to reproductive freedom. The decision places the future of safe and legal abortion in the hands of state lawmakers and puts abortion access at risk in 26 states.
Planned Parenthood North Central States Condemns Recent Violence Against Anti-Abortion Centers
St. Paul, MN—Planned Parenthood North Central States (PPNCS) today spoke out against the recent string of violence against Crisis Pregnancy Centers (CPCs), anti-abortion clinics that use false and deceptive tactics to deter pregnant people from receiving abortion care.
New Study Shows No-Touch Medication Abortion Safe and Effective
St. Paul, MN—Medication abortions obtained through the mail or prescription pick up are as safe and effective as those that are performed in a health center, according to a newly released study co-authored by Dr. Christy Boraas, Director of Research and Associate Medical Director of Planned Parenthood North Central States.