The high rates of mortality from the Covid-19 pandemic are now creating even more widows and the mortality risk for widows almost doubles in the first 3 months following widowhood.
Commentary
Cultural Parallels Between Female Genital Cosmetic Surgery and Female Genital Mutilation
The parallel that exists between female genital cosmetic surgery and female genital mutilation is undeniable.
Current barriers to LARC removal: Threats to reproductive autonomy
A major development in women’s health is the increasing popularity of long-acting reversible contraceptives (LARCs), which refer to intrauterine devices…
Expanding the NP Role in the Cervical Cancer Prevention Triad: Screening, Diagnosis and Treatment
By Keri E. Zug, RN, BSN, WHNP Candidate and Wendy D. Grube, PhD, CRNP Advanced practice nurses have established themselves…
Expanding the NP role in the cervical cancer prevention triad: Screening, diagnosis, and treatment
Great strides have been made in reducing the incidence of invasive cervical cancer in the United States. As of 2010,…
Four APN students’ narratives on abortion training in Mexico City
Nurse practitioners and certified nurse midwives play an integral role in all facets of reproductive healthcare. They provide full-spectrum pregnancy…
Incorporating provision of aesthetics services into NP practice
According to the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, approximately $11 billion was spent on cosmetic procedures in the United…
Incorporating provision of aesthetics services into NP practice
By Anne Moore, DNP, WHNP/ANP-BC, FAANP According to the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, approximately $11 billion was spent…
Increasing access to comprehensive contraception: An ongoing battle to remove barriers
A woman’s right to use the contraceptive method of her choice is an integral part of women’s healthcare and equality. Despite…
My adoption story
Each individual or couple who seeks to adopt a child has a unique story. I chose to share my story…
My journey to become a specialist in maternal–fetal medicine
Jennifer Hawn Fifteen years ago, I became a nurse. I am now a women’s health nurse practitioner (WHNP) who…
My work on a mobile OB/GYN unit
Five years ago, I transitioned into a leadership role as manager of the advanced practice providers (APPs) at OhioHealth, a…
Patient Consent for Student Performed Pelvic Exams
Although consent for invasive procedures or treatments has long been standard in healthcare, consent for invasive assessments has been less defined.
Project C.U.R.E’s cervical cancer screening and treatment program
Women’s health nurse practitioners, nurse midwives, and other specialists may partner with Project C.U.R.E on short-term medical mission trips to fight against disparities.
The clinician speaks: “Why I am an abortion provider”
By Amy J. Levi, PhD, CNM, WHNP-BC; Elizabeth Banks, FNP-C, MSN; Jessica Dieseldorff, FNP, MSN; and Victoria S. Tueros, FNP,…
WHNPs in specialty positions: Cultivating a new role in gynecologic oncology
Throughout my graduate education in nursing, I had no doubt that I ultimately wanted to focus my practice on women’s…
WHNPs in specialty positions: My experience in breast surgical oncology
When I, Caitlyn E. Hull, sought to become a women’s health nurse practitioner (WHNP), I had not considered the variety…