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January is Cervical Health Awareness Month—a time to talk about the risk of cervical cancer, how it is caused, and how it can be prevented. Annually 4,000 people die, and more than 13,000 people are diagnosed with cervical cancer. Due to inequities and discrimination in the health care system...

Planned Parenthood of Orange and San Bernardino Counties is proud to announce that Dr. Jacobson, PPOSBC’s Medical Director and Senior VP of Clinical Services, has been selected as one of Orange Coast Magazine’s Physicians of Excellence. Judged by...

Planned Parenthood of Orange and San Bernardino Counties (PPOSBC) Community Education and Outreach team is thrilled to announce their new interactive Puberty Program will launch in the Spring of 2023. Offered to parents and caregivers and their youth ages 8-10, this exciting workshop provides...

Each time one year ends and another begins, people make resolutions or commit to making changes in their lives — a fresh start at the onset of a new year. Oftentimes, these resolutions are centered around certain aspects of health...

Annually on December 1, we observe World AIDS Day. As the first global health day, it is essential to reflect on the world's response to HIV/AIDS and honor the lives of those lost to AIDS-related illnesses. Today and beyond, Planned Parenthood of Orange and San Bernardino Counties is committed to...

Fill your cart with care this Giving Tuesday, a national tradition of generosity during the holiday season. Consider donating to your local Planned Parenthood – your gift helps ensure everyone receives high-quality care, regardless of their ability to pay... 

Each year during the second week of November, people and organizations around the country recognize Transgender Awareness Week to bring attention to the transgender community through education, sharing stories and experiences, and advancing advocacy around issues of prejudice, discrimination, and...

Since the fall of Roe v. Wade, there’s been waves of actions and reactions. The obvious impact is the unjust abortion bans across the country, but there is a positive one as well. Through the anger and frustration about the Supreme Court ruling, we find community. A community of supporters who are utilizing their creativity and passion to...

TikTok, with its short, direct and entertaining videos, is wildly popular among kids and adults of every age. As a sex educator, I appreciate the many body positivity and health education accounts on TikTok that teach people about their bodies, reproductive health and sexuality in a healthy, inclusive way. But as with any media platform...