The TexasWHC is dedicated to improving the health, well-being of Texas women, babies, and families by assuring access to preventive healthcare for all TX Women.
Austin, TX
Joined November 2012
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Listen up! @BlkMamasMatter is demanding bodily freedom, autonomy, and reproductive justice NOW for #BlackMaternalHealthWeek. Join in by RTing and sharing how you or/your organization are uplifting & empowering Black mamas. Learn more at blackmamasmatter.org/bmhw
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There are many ways someone struggling with postpartum depression (PPD) can get help. Watch Allison’s story about how she identified her PPD symptoms and got support: womenshealth.gov/talkingPPD #talkingPPD
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Today is #MaternalHealthAwarenessDay! We are shedding light on the crisis in maternal and reproductive health care access in the United States. Check the hashtag to learn from ACOG members and partners about this access crisis.
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Tables and tickets are now on sale for our Founder's Award Luncheon!
Secure your seat to join us on March 22: bit.ly/faluncheontx #FoundersAwardTX
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We are committed to advancing Better Health Through Better Understanding for American Indian & Alaska Native communities during #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth and beyond. Visit @HHSGov & @MinorityHealth to learn how you can advance health equity this #NAHM: hhs.gov/native-american-heri…
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We are excited to release a new report with @everymomcounts. We distilled the key learnings from our eight-month, nationwide series. The materials recap the key quotes and themes revealed by the nation’s experts on the subject. medicaidinnovation.org/wp-co…
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Earlier this week, @CDCgov released a disturbing report showing syphilis in newborns at a 30-year high. If left untreated in pregnant people, syphilis could lead to stillbirth, miscarriage and infant death.
Read the report: cdc.gov/mmwr/volumes/72/wr/m…
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Approximately one in three women and one in four men will experience some form of intimate partner dating violence or domestic violence in their lifetime
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month - Break the silence, stop the violence 💜 #domesticviolence #enddomesticviolence
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While it can feel hard or lonely, healing from postpartum depression (PPD) is possible. Watch Shawnette share her journey to finding help and healing for PPD: bit.ly/3roGvrL #talkingPPD
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After End of Pandemic Coverage Guarantee, Texas Is Epicenter of Medicaid Losses nytimes.com/2023/08/13/us/po…
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The experts at #TexasWIC bring you TexasTenStep.org!
The Texas Ten Step program is a designation by HHS that recognizes birthing facilities that implement policies aligned with the WHO and UNICEF’s Ten Steps to Successful Breastfeeding.
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#TMA data show Texas has 204.6 physicians per 100,000 people, lower than the national average. Rodney Young, MD, explains how this affects access to care, especially in the rural areas. hubs.li/Q01-HH380
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The Food and Drug Administration on Friday approved the first pill to treat postpartum depression, a potential milestone for treating a condition that can afflict about 1 in 7 women following childbirth. wapo.st/45h83NX
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Carla Ortique, MD, on maternal mortality deserts – the struggles to access health care in these areas and how expanding telemedicine could alleviate the problem. hubs.li/Q01-30Bp0
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People use birth control for many different reasons! All of which are valid and valuable. What are your reasons to use birth control? Comment below!
Choosing a birth control method can seem overwhelming. We make it easy for you! Call us 956-688-3700 or visiting the link in bio.
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The next Medicaid Renewal Assistance Event will be held in Dallas, TX on July 29 from 9 am to 2 pm!
If you have questions or need help renewing your benefits, Community Partners and HHSC team members will be able to assist you.
Learn more, visit: bit.ly/457YtxK
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Breaking News: The FDA approved the first birth control pill to be sold without a prescription in the U.S., which could greatly expand contraception access.
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Breast cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in women. Screening can find #BreastCancer early when it is easier to treat. If you have trouble paying for breast cancer screening, CDC offers free or low-cost screenings to women who qualify. cdc.gov/cancer/nbccedp/scree…
ALT Older woman having a mammogram; medical technician is positioning her for the test. Text: A mammogram can find breast cancer early, sometimes up to 3 years before it can be felt.