Not everyone lives near lots of out trans people or an LGBTQ+ community center. And even if you do, it might not feel possible or safe to use these resources. Check out communities and support on the ...

*Most health insurance plans cover prescription birth control, annual wellness exams, and STI/HIV screenings with no copay. Contact your health insurance company to find out if the services you need ...

Someone asked us: What birth controls don't cause dryness down there? I'm currently on Nexplanon. Vaginal dryness can also be caused by your overall physical health, emotions, and lifestyle. Using ...

Visitor Policy: One support person is allowed to accompany a patient in the health center. Note, all patients will be taken to the back first for interviewing. After that, and if requested by the ...

If you're concerned about cost, ask about low- or no-cost services. Find out how to get affordable coverage and what to consider when choosing a plan. *Most health insurance plans cover prescription ...

You can rely on us for sexual and reproductive health care—including birth control, cancer screenings, STI testing and treatment, and safe, legal abortion. Despite efforts by the trump administration ...

Someone asked us: Can birth control make you gain weight? It depends. Most types of birth control don’t affect your weight. But there are some methods that may cause weight gain in some people. There ...

Planned Parenthood has health centers located in all 50 states throughout the country. Visit the links below to find more information about Planned Parenthood of Western Pennsylvania's health centers.

A “virgin” is someone who has never had sex. But, it’s not as simple as it seems. For starters, there are a lot of myths about virginity out there — like, for example, about when someone stops being a ...

Someone asked us: I had an abortion with pills and I’m worried that my doctor will find out. Can you tell if someone had an abortion? There’s a small chance that your medication abortion won’t work ...

We get a lot of questions about the difference between STI and STD, and the answer is actually pretty simple: there isn’t really a difference. STD stands for “sexually transmitted disease,” and STI ...

Doulas support many different types of people going through a range of life experiences — including death, gender transition, birth, and abortion. Some doulas have a specific focus, while others ...