How Does Pregnancy Testing Work?

Understanding how pregnancy tests function is an essential aspect of your health. Pregnancy symptoms can be indicative of other conditions, so your best option is to take advantage of pregnancy testing and confirm your suspicions.  There’s no need to worry about paying for services at Women’s Care Center Parkersburg. We understand this may be a

What Is the Difference Between a Blood and Urine Pregnancy Test?

Blood and urine-based pregnancy tests work similarly to detect human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) in your body, a hormone only present during pregnancy. However, the way each test works and the timeframe in which each test can be used is different. Read on to learn more about these differences. Or, if you’re looking for complimentary pregnancy

How Does the Overturning of Roe v. Wade Affect Women’s Rights?

In 2022, the overruling of Roe v. Wade that happened due to Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization found that elective abortion access isn’t covered by the Constitution.  While this decision gives each state the authority to restrict or provide elective abortion access, this doesn’t affect women’s right to access medically necessary healthcare.  If you’re

When Should I Take a Pregnancy Test?

Wondering whether you’re pregnant can be stressful, especially if you weren’t planning to be. What’s more, typical pregnancy symptoms can indicate other health conditions. Receive the facts you need with pregnancy testing. Women’s Care Center Parkersburg offers complimentary pregnancy testing. This lab-quality service will help confirm a pregnancy and help us direct you to the

Can Women Die if They Can’t Have an Abortion?

Abortion laws nationwide can be confusing, and a state’s laws can change quickly with the stroke of a pen. In West Virginia, a licensed medical professional may perform an abortion if, in their “reasonable medical judgment,” the embryo or fetus is nonviable, the pregnancy is ectopic, in the case of sexual assault or incest, or

Roe v. Wade Overturned: Separating Fact From Fiction?

If you’re facing an unplanned pregnancy, you are probably wondering how the recent overturning of Roe v. Wade affects your state. Read this article for the significance of the ruling and how it affects abortion access moving forward. With many things circulating, we want to separate fact from fiction. What Does It Mean That Roe

Can You Still Get an Abortion in West Virginia?

When the Supreme Court overturned the Roe v. Wade decision, power was returned to individual states to determine their own abortion laws. Shortly after this significant decision, West Virginia passed legislation banning elective abortion.  Women cannot obtain an abortion in West Virginia. Exceptions While elective abortion is completely banned in West Virginia, exceptions are built

Does the Overturning of Roe v. Wade Affect WV?

The overturning of Roe v. Wade altered abortion laws in many states. At the time of this writing, abortion is banned in West Virginia, except in some instances, which include:  Saving the mother’s life If the pregnancy is a result of incest or rape If the pregnancy isn’t viable (expected to live outside the womb)

What Is a Medical Abortion?

A medical abortion, also commonly referred to as the “abortion pill,” is a combination of two drugs that work together to end a pregnancy and force it from the uterus.  If you’re facing an unplanned pregnancy and considering medical abortion, it’s essential to understand the physical and mental health risks involved so that you can

Do I Have to Tell My Partner My Pregnancy Decision?

You are not legally required to tell your partner which decision you choose. However, many women in healthy relationships find sharing their decision with their partners worthwhile.   If you are uncomfortable telling your partner your decision, uncovering why may be a good idea. Do You Feel Safe? If you don’t want to tell your partner

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