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Dedicated to improving understanding about women's health and dangerous blood clotting. Please join our efforts to help empower women and save lives. www.alexrowanfoundation.org
A large Swedish study published in JAMA Oncology found that hormonal contraceptive use was linked to a small increase in breast cancer risk, with differences based on the type of progestin used. Read more about what researchers discovered: bit.ly/48RpMRf
Study Homes In on Breast Cancer Risk With Hormonal Birth Control
Swedish cohort study finds that certain progestin presents the highest risk
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November 18, 2025 at 4:04 PM
A large Swedish study published in JAMA Oncology found that hormonal contraceptive use was linked to a small increase in breast cancer risk, with differences based on the type of progestin used. Read more about what researchers discovered: bit.ly/48RpMRf
Not sure which birth control is right for you? These five tips can help you make an informed, confident decision.
November 17, 2025 at 2:04 PM
Not sure which birth control is right for you? These five tips can help you make an informed, confident decision.
Travel can increase your risk for blood clots if it limits mobility. Take breaks to stretch, stay hydrated, and move your legs every hour. Learn more at ash.hematology.org: bit.ly/44OVCw0.
November 14, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Travel can increase your risk for blood clots if it limits mobility. Take breaks to stretch, stay hydrated, and move your legs every hour. Learn more at ash.hematology.org: bit.ly/44OVCw0.
Kindness has the power to ripple through every community. Reach out today and help light the way for someone who needs it. #KindnessMatters #WorldKindnessDay
November 13, 2025 at 3:04 PM
Kindness has the power to ripple through every community. Reach out today and help light the way for someone who needs it. #KindnessMatters #WorldKindnessDay
Hormonal birth control can increase your risk for blood clots, but the level of risk depends on many factors. Learn what you should know before making a choice: bit.ly/decision-making25
November 12, 2025 at 6:04 PM
Hormonal birth control can increase your risk for blood clots, but the level of risk depends on many factors. Learn what you should know before making a choice: bit.ly/decision-making25
Today we pause to honor all who have served.Your courage, sacrifice, and commitment remind us what it means to serve something greater than ourselves.
November 11, 2025 at 2:04 PM
Today we pause to honor all who have served.Your courage, sacrifice, and commitment remind us what it means to serve something greater than ourselves.
Do you know your blood clot risks? A few quick checks today could help protect you tomorrow. Explore the full risk checklist: bit.ly/risks-checklist25
November 10, 2025 at 2:05 PM
Do you know your blood clot risks? A few quick checks today could help protect you tomorrow. Explore the full risk checklist: bit.ly/risks-checklist25
Join our community to share your story: bit.ly/mystorymyvoice25. When women discuss their health, it educates others. Sharing your blood clot experience, especially related to hormonal birth control, pregnancy, or menopause treatment, can raise awareness and spark life-saving conversations.
November 7, 2025 at 8:01 PM
Join our community to share your story: bit.ly/mystorymyvoice25. When women discuss their health, it educates others. Sharing your blood clot experience, especially related to hormonal birth control, pregnancy, or menopause treatment, can raise awareness and spark life-saving conversations.
Even a little movement goes a long way. Regular activity, like walking, stretching, or standing up often, helps keep blood flowing & reduces your risk for clots. Take steps today for your health, & check out this infographic for more tips about the path to blood clot prevention: bit.ly/prevent_25
November 6, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Even a little movement goes a long way. Regular activity, like walking, stretching, or standing up often, helps keep blood flowing & reduces your risk for clots. Take steps today for your health, & check out this infographic for more tips about the path to blood clot prevention: bit.ly/prevent_25
Faye’s pregnancy nearly ended in tragedy when massive blood clots struck her lungs and heart. She survived, and now she’s using her story to raise awareness and help others recognize the risks. Read her story and learn more about blood clots in pregnancy: bit.ly/faye-story
November 5, 2025 at 2:04 PM
Faye’s pregnancy nearly ended in tragedy when massive blood clots struck her lungs and heart. She survived, and now she’s using her story to raise awareness and help others recognize the risks. Read her story and learn more about blood clots in pregnancy: bit.ly/faye-story
When local access to contraception becomes a challenge, innovation steps in. Read more about how pharmacists are leading a new era of patient-centered care, making contraception more accessible in underserved communities across the U.S. bit.ly/3WeWPqO
Q&A: How Rural Pharmacists Are Stepping Up in Areas of Contraceptive Care | Drug Topics
In part 2 of our interview, Lissette Logan, PharmD, and Danielle Weaver, PharmD, discuss the evolution of contraceptive services and how pharmacy is supporting rural communities and their patients.
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November 4, 2025 at 1:01 PM
When local access to contraception becomes a challenge, innovation steps in. Read more about how pharmacists are leading a new era of patient-centered care, making contraception more accessible in underserved communities across the U.S. bit.ly/3WeWPqO
Did you know that inherited genetic factors can increase your risk for developing a blood clot, especially when combined with other risks like hormonal contraceptive use? Watch our short video to learn more about genetic clotting disorders and why awareness matters: youtu.be/KhdLM2ZzQzI
Understanding Thrombophilia 2024
Thrombophilia involves an increased tendency to develop potentially life-threatening blood clots. Thrombophilia can be either inherited or passed from parents to their children, or it can be acquired…
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November 3, 2025 at 1:02 PM
Did you know that inherited genetic factors can increase your risk for developing a blood clot, especially when combined with other risks like hormonal contraceptive use? Watch our short video to learn more about genetic clotting disorders and why awareness matters: youtu.be/KhdLM2ZzQzI
No tricks here, just a reminder to slow down and enjoy a weekend reset as we turn the page on October. Wishing you calm, balance, and a little extra time for yourself.
October 31, 2025 at 5:06 PM
No tricks here, just a reminder to slow down and enjoy a weekend reset as we turn the page on October. Wishing you calm, balance, and a little extra time for yourself.
Twelve years ago, we lost Alexandra Rowan to a pulmonary embolism. Her memory continues to guide us in telling stories, empowering women, & saving lives through awareness. Her legacy endures through 12 years of purpose & impact, helping others live fully and safely. Learn more: bit.ly/our_purpose
October 30, 2025 at 1:04 PM
Twelve years ago, we lost Alexandra Rowan to a pulmonary embolism. Her memory continues to guide us in telling stories, empowering women, & saving lives through awareness. Her legacy endures through 12 years of purpose & impact, helping others live fully and safely. Learn more: bit.ly/our_purpose
One in four people worldwide are impacted by blood clots, but awareness can change that. Learn more at bit.ly/about-clots
October 29, 2025 at 1:05 PM
One in four people worldwide are impacted by blood clots, but awareness can change that. Learn more at bit.ly/about-clots
Planning surgery? Your doctor may ask you to stop hormonal birth control temporarily. Here’s why, and what it means for your clotting risk and contraception options: bit.ly/3Wqayv2
When to Stop Birth Control Before Surgery: 5 Things to Consider
If you use hormonal birth control and have an upcoming surgery, your doctor may recommend temporarily stopping or switching methods. When and why varies.
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October 28, 2025 at 1:31 PM
Planning surgery? Your doctor may ask you to stop hormonal birth control temporarily. Here’s why, and what it means for your clotting risk and contraception options: bit.ly/3Wqayv2
Recognizing the signs of a blood clot and acting fast can save your life. If something doesn’t feel right, don’t wait to get the care you may need. Know the symptoms and trust your instincts.
October 27, 2025 at 1:04 PM
Recognizing the signs of a blood clot and acting fast can save your life. If something doesn’t feel right, don’t wait to get the care you may need. Know the symptoms and trust your instincts.
Before the weekend begins, take a moment to see how you can join us in advancing women’s health and clotting awareness. Together, we can inform, inspire, and impact. bit.ly/join-us-rf
October 24, 2025 at 7:04 PM
Before the weekend begins, take a moment to see how you can join us in advancing women’s health and clotting awareness. Together, we can inform, inspire, and impact. bit.ly/join-us-rf
Understand the differences between hormonal and non-hormonal contraception, as it impacts your body, health risks, and lifestyle. Whether you're choosing or reassessing a method, get informed to have better discussions with your healthcare provider: bit.ly/HBC-25
October 23, 2025 at 1:31 PM
Understand the differences between hormonal and non-hormonal contraception, as it impacts your body, health risks, and lifestyle. Whether you're choosing or reassessing a method, get informed to have better discussions with your healthcare provider: bit.ly/HBC-25
Share your story: bit.ly/mystorymyvoi.... Your experience with blood clots related to hormonal birth control or pregnancy can empower others. By sharing, you help women recognize risks, find their voices, and feel less alone. Behind every story lies strength and courage.
October 22, 2025 at 2:06 PM
Share your story: bit.ly/mystorymyvoi.... Your experience with blood clots related to hormonal birth control or pregnancy can empower others. By sharing, you help women recognize risks, find their voices, and feel less alone. Behind every story lies strength and courage.
Today's birth control pills offer various hormone doses to balance effectiveness and safety. Lower doses can reduce side effects and lower estrogen has decreased blood clot risks compared to older versions. Explore which dose is right for you: bit.ly/478wMqk
What's the Difference Between High- and Low-Dose Birth Control?
Taking a combination birth control pill with a lower dose of estrogen may reduce symptoms like headache, nausea, water retention, and sore breasts.
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October 21, 2025 at 1:03 PM
Today's birth control pills offer various hormone doses to balance effectiveness and safety. Lower doses can reduce side effects and lower estrogen has decreased blood clot risks compared to older versions. Explore which dose is right for you: bit.ly/478wMqk
October reminds us how powerful awareness can be. During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we stand with the breast cancer community in the shared goal of protecting women’s health via awareness, education, & action. Learn more about breast health from the Nat'l Breast Cancer Foundation: bit.ly/47f1MFh
October 20, 2025 at 1:02 PM
October reminds us how powerful awareness can be. During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we stand with the breast cancer community in the shared goal of protecting women’s health via awareness, education, & action. Learn more about breast health from the Nat'l Breast Cancer Foundation: bit.ly/47f1MFh
It’s Friday, the perfect time to connect! Stay informed, inspired, and part of the conversation about women’s health and blood clot awareness. Visit alexrowanfoundation.org to explore our resources, and follow us on social media to keep the momentum going all weekend long.
October 17, 2025 at 6:03 PM
It’s Friday, the perfect time to connect! Stay informed, inspired, and part of the conversation about women’s health and blood clot awareness. Visit alexrowanfoundation.org to explore our resources, and follow us on social media to keep the momentum going all weekend long.
Genetic clotting conditions like factor V Leiden can increase clotting risk, especially during hormonal changes - birth control use, pregnancy, the treatment of menopause symptoms w/estrogen. Learn more about genetic clotting disorders & what they mean in women’s health: bit.ly/genetic-clotting
October 16, 2025 at 1:30 PM
Genetic clotting conditions like factor V Leiden can increase clotting risk, especially during hormonal changes - birth control use, pregnancy, the treatment of menopause symptoms w/estrogen. Learn more about genetic clotting disorders & what they mean in women’s health: bit.ly/genetic-clotting
Know your risks, protect your health. Some #bloodclot risks are visible, others aren’t. Understanding them is the first step toward prevention. Use our risk factors checklist to help determine your risk and share your results with your healthcare provider: bit.ly/risks-checklist25
October 15, 2025 at 1:30 PM
Know your risks, protect your health. Some #bloodclot risks are visible, others aren’t. Understanding them is the first step toward prevention. Use our risk factors checklist to help determine your risk and share your results with your healthcare provider: bit.ly/risks-checklist25