I Didn’t Realize I Was Being Sex-Trafficked
As a teen, the writer fled her abusive family for life on the streets. It wasn't until later that she understood just how much she had been exploited.
Women’s Health
Are Ultrasounds Being Used as Weapons in the War on Women?
Abortion opponents believe that in utero images can have a profound effect on pregnant women. But they fail to see the bigger picture.
Doctors Face Brutal Harassment—Whether They Provide Abortions or Not
In Ohio, simply agreeing to provide health care for a clinic in case of emergency renders doctors extremely vulnerable to abortion’s most inflammatory opponents.
I Happily Took Anti-Depressants During My Pregnancy
The worst thing for a baby is a depressed mother. So why are pregnant women with depression and anxiety disorders shamed for even considering meds that could protect her and her child?
Must-Read Links: Critical Charleston Writings, Clinton’s Campaign + More
The most compelling stories from our favorite sources.
“Having Herpes Has Made My Sex Life Better”
DAME talks with blogger and herpes activist Ella Dawson.
Must-Read Links: Dark Side of Manis, Witches and Women’s Health, + More
The most compelling stories from our favorite sources.
Must-Reads: What Hillary’s Race Means + Telling the World You Have Herpes
The most compelling stories from our favorite sources.
Will the Anti-Choicers Wipe Out Women’s Health Care Altogether?
Planned Parenthood clinics, like this one in Pueblo, Colorado, are being closed, regardless of whether they offer abortions. And if you think that’s bad, just wait.