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ICE, ICE, BABY

26 Women Get Real About Freezing Their Eggs

More people than ever are signing on — and paying up — for the fertility-preserving procedure. Here is what it's actually like.
ON THIN ICE

“I Felt Misled”: Are Women Getting the Full Truth About Egg Freezing?

We talked to 26 women who have frozen their eggs — these are the 8 things they wish someone had told them first.
Power Up

Should You Be Taking a Multivitamin?

Here's what nutritionists really think.
BCA Month

22 Products to Shop That Support Breast Cancer Awareness Month

These brands are putting their money where their mouth is.
In Pain

If You Feel Pelvic Pain During Sex, You’re Not Alone

There are plenty of possible causes — and possible solutions.
Election 2020

Sen. Elizabeth Warren: What's at Stake for Women on November 3

In this op-ed, Massachusetts senator Elizabeth Warren details the importance of ushering in a new administration in 2021.
WOMEN'S WORK

Activist Naomi Klein Tells Women's March Crowd That Climate Change Is a Feminist Issue

"All of these issues are interrelated."
Lupus 101

11 Things People With Lupus Want You to Know

There's more than one kind of lupus, for one thing.
Reproductive Health

What Withdrawing From Title X Funds Means for Planned Parenthood Clinics and Patients

Without these funds over 1.5 million low-income women who rely on Planned Parenthood could be negatively impacted.
Wellness

Everything You Need to Know About Femtech, Including Why It’s So Expensive

What should empowerment cost?
Life Guide

3 Different Types of Birth Control and How They Work

Let's talk about IUDs, the Pill, and emergency contraception.
The Uncertain Truth Of Birth Control

You Can Finally Order Your Birth Control With Your Phone

Cancel your doctor’s appointment — these apps make refills and prescriptions easier than ever.
Letter from the Editor

Editor's Letter: Why We Made a Musical Cover With Rachel Bloom

Digital editorial director Kelly Bales explains why Bloom was the perfect pick for Allure’s fall digital cover.
Health Hotline

The Huge Myth Everyone Believes About Preventing UTIs After Sex

Always be skeptical when it comes to old wives' tales.
Reproductive Health

Ireland’s Vote to End Its Abortion Ban Is a Historic Victory for Reproductive Care

A rare and powerful moment for women's health care.
Rights Under Threat

What Trump's Domestic "Gag Rule" Would Mean for Reproductive Health Care

It could ban clinics from even mentioning abortion to patients.
Reproductive Justice

How Fake Clinics Keep Women From Getting Abortions

These "clinics" go so far as impersonating medical staff and saying abortion causes cancer.
Skin-Cancer Paradox

Why It's So Shocking That Skin Cancer Is on the Rise

Despite everything we know about sun protection.
Endo 411

What Endometriosis Pain Feels Like — and How to Treat It

Here's what to look out for.
Sex & Relationships

9 Possible Reasons Your Sex Drive Is Lower Than Usual

It's time to figure out what's going on.