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Planned Parenthood Great Rivers @ppgreatrivers.bsky.social · 10h

Put your sexual health knowledge to the test with friends for a fun night where spooky season meets sex ed, while supporting Planned Parenthood. 👻🧠

🗓 Thursday, October 16 @ 7 p.m.
📍@2ndshiftbrewing.bsky.social
💵 $20/person (includes trivia + one free drink!)
🎟️ https://bit.ly/4gxmJ2p

Three individuals are contemplating sexual health trivia and filling in answers while gathered at a table together.

Promotional poster for a Sex Trivia event on Thursday, October 16 from 7-9 p.m., $20 per person at the door, hosted by Planned Parenthood Great Rivers at 2nd Shift Brewing. The background is a starry purple with the word "SEX" repeated in large neon letters, a skeletal hand holding a cat costume mask, and includes details that ticket prices includes a free drink.

Planned Parenthood Great Rivers @ppgreatrivers.bsky.social · 3d

In celebration of World Vasectomy Day, we’re offering FREE vasectomies! If you’re uninsured or underinsured (your insurance doesn’t cover vasectomies), you can get a free no-scalpel vasectomy at Planned Parenthood. Call 816-756-2277 (KC) or 314-531-7526 (St. Louis/Rolla). ppgr.org/vasectomy

Promotional poster for Free Vasectomy on World Vasectomy Day.

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Planned Parenthood Great Rivers @ppgreatrivers.bsky.social · 4d

Missouri’s own Chappell Roan is hitting the stage this weekend — and we’re here for the encore: caring for your sexual and reproductive health, no matter what. Book an appointment today at ppgr.org/book.

Planned Parenthood Great Rivers @ppgreatrivers.bsky.social · 6d

Not sure about your medication abortion options? We've got you covered! 💊 💛

Access care in Illinois through our Fairview Heights health center, telehealth, and PPDirect.

Book your appointment today at ppgr.org/book or call 618-277-6668.

An informational graphic by Planned Parenthood listing medication abortion options. It includes three options: 1. In-person at Fairview Heights Health Center up to 12 weeks. 2. Telehealth services to receive pills by mail or pickup. 3. PPDirect App for ordering abortion pills up to 10 weeks with requirements for an Illinois address.

Planned Parenthood Great Rivers @ppgreatrivers.bsky.social · 7d

We are proud to care for you. 🏳️‍🌈⁠🏳️‍⚧️ Thank you to everyone who joined us at Tower Grove Pride in St. Louis this past weekend.

Planned Parenthood Great Rivers @ppgreatrivers.bsky.social · 7d

Let’s Talk Month celebrates open conversations between young people and parents. So let's talk! 🗣️ As a young person, what did the adults in your life tell you about sexual health? What didn't they talk to you about or you wish you knew sooner?

Promotional image featuring a large speech bubble that says, "Let's Talk About It." Topics mentioned include body image, relationships, STIs, and more, emphasizing empowerment and confident decision-making. The bottom of the image includes the text "I'M FOR PLANNED PARENTHOOD" on a blue background.

Planned Parenthood Great Rivers @ppgreatrivers.bsky.social · 8d

Wondering if Planned Parenthood does hysterectomies? We do. Our providers at Planned Parenthood Great Rivers offer hysterectomies and other advanced GYN procedures in a supportive, straightforward, and judgment-free space. Book an appointment today at ppgr.org/book.

Planned Parenthood Great Rivers @ppgreatrivers.bsky.social · 12d

There are so many reasons people use birth control — preventing pregnancy is just one.

Birth control can:
🩸 Regulate periods
❤️‍🩹 Reduce cramps
🩵 Balance hormones
🌟 Manage acne and skin conditions
🩹 Support treatment of certain health concerns
🏠 Make family planning possible

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Planned Parenthood Great Rivers @ppgreatrivers.bsky.social · 13d

We’re celebrating Pride across Missouri this weekend! 🌈 Find us at Tower Grove Pride in St. Louis and Springfield Pride in Southwest MO. Let’s honor the strength, resilience, and joy of the LGBTQ+ community together. 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

Poster with vibrant rainbow background stating support for gender-affirming care, bodily control, health care freedom for all, trans rights, LGBTQ+ rights, and Planned Parenthood, arranged in bold, capitalized text.

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ACLU of Missouri @aclumo.bsky.social · 14d

Today in the Missouri Supreme Court, we joined our friends @lambdaLegal to fight a discriminatory ban that prevents Trans Youth from accessing care only because of their transgender status.

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Planned Parenthood Great Rivers @ppgreatrivers.bsky.social · 14d

"Everyone deserves accurate, trustworthy information about managing pain throughout their reproductive health journey, and we’re here to provide guidance and support every step of the way." - PPGR Chief Medical Officer Dr. Margaret Baum

Promotional image from Planned Parenthood stating "Acetaminophen is a safe option for managing pain and fever during pregnancy," with a graphic of wavy lines below the text on a blue background.

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ACOG @acog.org · 16d

ACOG reaffirms that acetaminophen is safe for managing pain and fever during pregnancy. No reputable studies support suggestions like those in HHS’s recent announcement linking acetaminophen use in pregnancy to autism; in fact, high-quality studies show no such risk. https://bit.ly/47Wxc59

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Planned Parenthood Great Rivers @ppgreatrivers.bsky.social · 16d

WTF even is perimenopause? 🤔 Dr. Baum breaks it down — what it is, what to expect, how it’s different from menopause, and how we’re here for you through every stage of your reproductive health journey. Ask one of our providers about the best care for your needs: ppgr.org/book.

Planned Parenthood Great Rivers @ppgreatrivers.bsky.social · 21d

If you or your partner has been waiting for the right time to get a vasectomy, now is your chance to get a FREE vasectomy with Planned Parenthood and SimpleVas.

Appointment slots won’t last long! Call 816-756-2277 (KC) or 314-531-7526 (St. Louis/Rolla) to book your free vasectomy today.

Promotional flyer for a free vasectomy event by Planned Parenthood Kansas City, featuring dates, locations in Kansas City and Rolla, contact phone numbers, and a website link for scheduling.

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Planned Parenthood Great Rivers @ppgreatrivers.bsky.social · 22d

Activist (YOU)niversity is now in session! 📚 Join us for Volunteer 101 and learn how you can get involved: https://bit.ly/46nCYdH

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Planned Parenthood Great Rivers @ppgreatrivers.bsky.social · 23d

The big question: Are vasectomies reversible? 👀 Our Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Baum, is here to clear up any confusion — and to remind you that vasectomy is a safe, permanent form of birth control.

Book your vasectomy consultation today at 314-531-7526 or visit ppgr.org/vasectomy.

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Planned Parenthood Great Rivers @ppgreatrivers.bsky.social · 26d

On my merry way to get affordable, judgment-free health care ✨

Planned Parenthood Great Rivers @ppgreatrivers.bsky.social · 27d

Support Planned Parenthood with PRIDE. 🌈✨ Every purchase supports our health centers in Missouri and Illinois: ppgr.org/merchmarket

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ACLU of Missouri @aclumo.bsky.social · 28d

Breaking: With our friends at PPGreatPlains and @ppgreatrivers.bsky.social, we are defending the voter-approved constitutional amendment in two separate courts against the unelected Attorney General's attempt to reinstate the total abortion ban while we demand access to medication abortion care.

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Planned Parenthood Great Rivers @ppgreatrivers.bsky.social · Sep 8

Access to abortion is under attack nationwide, but Illinois continues to be a beacon of hope, protecting access to abortion and health care for everyone, no matter where you’re from. Our Fairview Heights health center is ready to provide the care you need. Book online at ppgr.org/book.

Guttmacher @guttmacher.org · Sep 8

#Illinois remains a key access point for abortion patients from the South & Midwest.

Meeting this need for care has been possible due to efforts by IL's state government, providers & orgs like @chiabortionfund.bsky.social to ensure support for out-of-state patients. https://gu.tt/4dnYPED

White and green text on a navy blue background says, “In 2024, about 37,000 people traveled to Illinois for an abortion, many from the South & Midwest.” Below, a map of the US with orange arrows shows travel into Illinois from various states.

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Planned Parenthood Great Rivers @ppgreatrivers.bsky.social · Sep 4

Thinking about family planning? 🤔 Join our Virtual Sterilization Town Hall with PPGR trusted providers:

📅 Thursday, Sept 11
🕕 6 p.m.
📍 Zoom (Register for link)

Get answers, ask questions anonymously, and learn about your options in a judgment-free space. 💙 https://bit.ly/46kN2VT

Planned Parenthood Great Rivers @ppgreatrivers.bsky.social · Sep 2

Some chairs were empty, but the room was full of questions. 🪑💬 Franklin County residents showed up to share their concerns about cuts to the essential programs that keep Missourians safe and healthy — even as some elected officials skipped out.

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Planned Parenthood Great Rivers @ppgreatrivers.bsky.social · Aug 28

No boring lectures — just real conversations about stuff that matters. Teen Advocates for Sexual Health gives you the facts, the tools, and the confidence to take control of your sexual and reproductive health. Know a St. Louis teen ready to take action? Tell them to register: https://bit.ly/3JzlnI4

Promotional image for Teen Advocates for Sexual Health (TASH) featuring a testimonial from Hannah K. about the benefits of joining the program. The background is blue with white and darker blue text.

Planned Parenthood Great Rivers @ppgreatrivers.bsky.social · Aug 26

Illinois just launched IL Pride Connect, a free legal hotline for LGBTQ+ folks across the state. 🌈📞 Need help with name or gender changes, housing, health care, or knowing your rights? This hotline can help guide you!

Pride Resource Hub - IL

www.ilprideconnect.org

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Planned Parenthood Great Rivers @ppgreatrivers.bsky.social · Aug 25

Teen Advocates for Sexual Health (TASH) is creating change in St. Louis. 🌟 Through honest conversations, peer education, and advocacy, TASH gives teens the tools they need to talk about sexual health, fight stigma, and push for better policies. Read the blog to learn more. ✨

Sex Education and Advocacy for Teens in St. Louis

No boring lectures — just real conversations about the stuff that matters. Teen Advocates for Sexual Health (TASH) gives you the facts, the tools, and the confidence to take control of your sexual and...

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