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Women’s Health & Clotting Quarterly
The Rowan Foundation introduced its new Women’s Health & Clotting Quarterly during National Women’s Health Week in May 2023. Check out the most recent issues of this popular new e-bulletin below:
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If you have news or information you think might be important to share in upcoming issues, please email the content for consideration to our editorial team at support@alexrowanfoundation.org.
Additional Resources
There are several other organizations that share important information for women considering their birth control options, as well as people who may have other risks for dangerous blood clots or who have already experienced a blood clot. Below are links to these other organizations and resources:
Blog Posts
Read blog posts, including posts archived from the Rowan Foundation’s Women’s Health & Clotting Quarterly, below.
Contraception Decision-Making: Bridging the Gap between Patient Preferences and Provider Perceptions
Contraception decision-making is a critical aspect of reproductive health, impacting individuals' reproductive autonomy, physical well-being, and overall quality of life. It plays a pivotal role in family planning, allowing individuals and couples to make informed choices about if and when ...
Navigating Contraception Choice in College
College students nationwide have returned to campus recently and they are experiencing a whirlwind of new activities, ranging from late-night study sessions to newfound friendships. For many young women, this stage of life also marks the beginning of their journey ...
Emergency Contraception in College Vending Machines
Emergency contraception, also known as the “morning-after” pill, has long been a source of controversy and debate. Recently, it has become increasingly accessible, with some colleges opting to provide it in vending machines placed on campus. Emergency contraception pills prevent ...
Opill: A New Nonprescription Contraception Option
In a monumental step associated with women's reproductive choices, Opill, the first nonprescription birth control pill recently approved by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA), reflects an important new option in contraception. Opill is poised to dramatically change the ...
My Daughter’s Light and Legacy – Shared by Eve’s Mother Melanie
My daughter Eve was 21 years old and she was so outgoing and happy. I had Eve when I was 18 years old, so we had grown into really good friends as well as mom and daughter. Eve loved ...
Mental Health Resources
Introduction The clotting community is all too familiar with the mental health impacts associated with a blood clot diagnosis. For some, these mental health issues encompass physical and emotional recovery when facing life’s daily routines following a life-threatening medical experience. ...
Responding to Trends in Women’s Reproductive Health
David Rowan, Founder, Alex Rowan Foundation From the Founder's Desk In the 10 years since the Rowan Foundation was formed, the organization has worked to assemble and share information that could help to save lives lost due to ...
Self Advocacy
Introduction When impacted by a blood clot, it’s crucial to practice self advocacy to ensure that you receive the best care. It can be tremendously difficult to navigate today’s modern healthcare system, if for no other reason than it can ...
Rowan Foundation Unveils New Website and Educational Resources
Houston, TX – March 1, 2022 – With the start of Blood Clot Awareness Month (BCAM), recognized each year in March, the Rowan Foundation is unveiling its new website and announcing the availability of new resources and plans for the ...
