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U.S. House Passes Historic D.C. Statehood Bill
Lack of Congressional Representation for District Residents Disenfranchises Large Population of Black Voters & Helps Uphold Systemic Racism in U.S.
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PPMW is collaborating with The Outrage on an upcoming discussion series where we will be introducing new care capabilities.
Planned Parenthood hosts UNSTOPPABLE pop-up installation at Eaton DC hotel
Includes film by Emmy-nominated Tiffany Shlain and Sia’s song “Unstoppable”
Local DC Judge Chosen as Trump’s Supreme Court Nominee
Planned Parenthood: Trump promised nominee would overturn Roe v. Wade, dismantle the Affordable Care Act.
CEO of DC Planned Parenthood Dr. Laura Meyers Statement on Justice Kennedy’s Retirement
Planned Parenthood: “The right to access abortion in this country is on the line.”
Planned Parenthood DC raises more than $110,000 in support of Contraceptive Equity Fund at annual Gala
Planned Parenthood held its signature Gala on Friday, April 20, 2018. The theme was “Sharing Our Past: Shaping Our Future.” More than 375 supporters gathered at historic Union Station and raised more than $110,000 during a silent auction at the event in support of PPMW’s Contraceptive Equity Fund. Gross proceeds from the gala exceeded $400,000.
Planned Parenthood: DCPS should not cut funding for programs that improve outcomes for teenage parents
Planned Parenthood of Metropolitan Washington, DC rejects the District of Columbia Public Schools’ proposal to cut funding for the successful New Heights program.
Planned Parenthood Developing Leaders + ANXO Cidery Partner for International Women’s Day
ANXO Cidery & Pintxos Bar and Planned Parenthood of Metropolitan Washington, D.C. (PPMW) celebrate International Women’s Day with “A Wild Night: The Story of Basandere,” an evening of ciders, cocktails and women’s health initiatives.
Dr. Willie Barker, a Southern Christian Abortion Provider, To Speak and Sign His New Book
PP of Metro DC kicks off its Speaker Series with Dr. Willie Parker, abortion provider and former PPMW Medical Director.
Check out PPMW programs and voices featured in recent media coverage.
Chief Medical Officer condemns interference in life-saving medical care
Jan. 22, 2024 • Ms. Magazine
As an experienced provider, Dr. Serina Floyd explains the dangers of weakening the Emergency Medical Treatment and Active Labor Act (EMTALA), which applies to abortion care necessary to stabilize a patient.
Posted by Planned Parenthood of Metropolitan Washington, DC, Inc.
Dr. Serina Floyd describes the harmful effects of denying patients access to abortion care
Jan. 17, 2024 • News from the States
"Patients are fully equipped to be able to make complex decisions about their health and their lives," Dr. Floyd says. She notes that denying abortion care has serious negative implications for patients.
Posted by Planned Parenthood of Metropolitan Washington, DC, Inc.
Senate briefing includes PPMW patient story on traveling far distances to access abortion care
Jan. 17, 2024 • The Guardian
Chief Medical Officer Dr. Serina Floyd explains the impact of abortion bans through the powerful story of a patient who took a bus from North Carolina to DC for care, with just a bus ticket home.
Posted by Planned Parenthood of Metropolitan Washington, DC, Inc.
Chief Medical Officer Dr. Serina Floyd on abortion care after Roe
Dec. 12, 2023 • WAMU
Since Roe v. Wade was reversed, PPMW has seen an influx of patients seeking abortion care from states with bans. PPMW's patient access navigator and Abortion Access Fund are helping to fill this gap.
Posted by Planned Parenthood of Metropolitan Washington, DC, Inc.
PPMW's Gaithersburg clinic offers gender-affirming care in area described as a "healthcare desert"
Oct. 24, 2023 • MoCo360
For those seeking gender-affirming care in Montgomery County, PPMW's Gaithersburg facility is an essential option. Learn about the services offered, and hear from a patient about the positive impact this care has had on her life.
Posted by Planned Parenthood of Metropolitan Washington, DC, Inc.
PPMW honors "Disruptor" Maggie Rogers at annual Impact Gala
Oct. 5, 2023 • District Fray Magazine
Music artist Maggie Rogers was among the honorees at PPMW's 2023 Impact Gala, held on September 29 at the Waldorf Astoria. As the event concluded, gala guests helped raise over $250,000 for the Abortion Access Fund.
Posted by Planned Parenthood of Metropolitan Washington, DC, Inc.
PPMW's Dr. Serina Floyd discusses impact of abortion bans after Roe v. Wade's overturning
June 23, 2023 • France 24
France 24 visits PPMW to meet with Dr. Serina Floyd, who offers insight on providing abortion care for patients traveling to PPMW from states in which abortion has been banned following the Supreme Court's overruling of Roe v. Wade.
Posted by Planned Parenthood of Metropolitan Washington, DC, Inc.
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