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Innovation and research are critical to filling the gaps in what we know about evidence-based sexual and reproductive health programs for adolescents. Supporting, translating, and disseminating research on adolescent health and well-being is one of the key goals outlined in Take Action for Adolescents; doing so can help to advance policies, programs, and practices that support youth. #HealthyYouthNAHM In this month's Grantee Spotlight, learn all about the HHS Office of Population Affairs (OPA)-funded TPP Innovation Hubs, who are supporting teams to test innovative solutions that meet unmet needs in adolescent sexual and reproductive health: https://lnkd.in/dhyaxRtZ

Want to learn more about the social determinants of health this #NationalMinorityHealthMonth? In this resource, we define each social determinant of health and describe how it connects to sexual and reproductive health. Click the link to learn how each determinant relates specifically to the sexual and reproductive health and health care experiences of young people involved in foster care: https://lnkd.in/ecYB4Qvp

"Proud to announce my completion of a 01-month training on Adolescent & Youth Sexual & Reproductive Health for Health Professionals, organized by SPIRHR in collaboration with EngenderHealth & Yetena Weg. Ready to apply these vital skills to empower youth in our communities. #ReproductiveHealth #YouthEmpowerment"

Women from across regional Victoria have told us they need access to easily understood information about sexual and reproductive health and services. Women want to be able to understand and interpret information about their health and to be offered referral pathways when needed. Interpreting services and accessible information should be available for anyone seeking assistance with sexual and reproductive health. Check out our plain language guides around sexual and reproductive health through the link below: https://lnkd.in/gWTrmMMB Learn more about our work here: https://lnkd.in/gtRnsxbP #WomensHealthServicesVIC #HealthyWomenStrongerVIC

Men’s Health Month is the perfect time to review best practice recommendations for preventive sexual and reproductive health services for males. This document, from the OPA-funded Reproductive Health National Training Center (RHNTC), can help you determine what clinical services to provide or improve and examples of how to do so. https://lnkd.in/gB8WC5_b

The Standing Committee on Health, Equity, and Society is examining the health, social, and economic implications of access to reproductive health care in the United States and globally. Part of this work includes an "After Roe" webinar series. Past and upcoming topics include, examining the effects following the Supreme Court decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization on contraception issues, violence against healthcare professionals providing reproductive care, legal strategies at the state level, Challenges in the Provision of Lifesaving Care, and Physician Perspectives and Workforce Implications. To learn more about the recent webinar and watch the recording visit: https://ow.ly/pt4X50QTBBc #ReproductiveHealth #HealthEquity

Accessing sexual and reproductive health services in rural and regional areas can present additional challenges. Travel, cost and continuity of care are all factors in determining women’s access to healthcare in rural Victoria. We believe that no matter where you live, you should have quality access to sexual and reproductive health services. To learn more about the barriers and solutions to improving sexual and reproductive health in regional Victoria, head to our website and read our latest blog. Latest blog: https://lnkd.in/gXV9E-Da Learn more about our work here: https://lnkd.in/gtRnsxbP #WomensHealthServicesVIC #HealthyWomenStrongerVIC

Approximately 1 in 5 women experience #SexualViolence, highlighting the importance of safety, respect, & consent. This video series for staff in reproductive health settings demonstrates the CUES approach to screen for intimate partner violence, including in cases of reproductive coercion: https://lnkd.in/gfvX2R2i #NWHW

Are you a clinician looking to build your skills in harm reduction or sexual and reproductive health for women? Funded by OPA, the Clinical Training Center for Sexual and Reproductive Health released a new podcast speaking with Dr. Mishka Terplan about harm reduction. This episode explores the role of harm reduction in sexual and reproductive health care and offers guidance for clinicians on substance use, misuse, and harm reduction counseling. https://lnkd.in/e3uR4D5v