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We are a group of multidisciplinary gender and reproductive health researchers engaged in efforts to improve quality and equity in health care.

[Journal of Studies on Alcohol and Drugs @JSADJournal]

The CAMPUS Study: A Systems Approach to Alcohol-Involved Sexual Violence on College Campuses (new #openaccess in @JSADjournal)
@StinaMair @PittCTSI @PittPediatrics @CONVERGEPitt @Pitt_PInCh @PittPlusMe @PittPubHealth @ChildrensPgh @TuftsMedicine
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[Black Equity Coalition (BEC) @blackequityBEC]

✨ Celebrating Black Maternal Health Week with EMBRACE! ✨

We’re proud to uplift the work of EMBRACE, an amazing initiative dedicated to improving maternal and reproductive health for Black birthing people in Allegheny County and beyond. Through community partnerships, research, training, and policy change, EMBRACE is creating new, equitable models of care that center justice, humanity, and shared power.

📸 Check out the other photos in this post to see how we’re coming together to advance Black maternal health in our communities!

Learn more at https://t.co/YEunv0Tbzi 💛

#BlackMaternalHealthWeek #BMHW #EMBRACE #BlackEquityCoalition #BEC

[PittDeptofMed @PittDeptofMed]

Congratulations to Dr. Mehret Birru Talabi, who was recently promoted to Associate Professor of Medicine with tenure in the Division of Rheumatology and Clinical Immunology! 👏🎊👏

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📢 Are you pregnant or recently pregnant? Help advance research on medical insurance & health equity by joining a 90-min focus group. Eligible participants receive $40 compensation! Call [phone] or complete this short form for details.

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[ASTHO @ASTHO]

On #PHRME: @CDPHE Ex. Dir. Jill Hunsaker Ryan discusses CO’s strategies to combat syphilis. Dr. @SonyaBorrero of @PittGIM & @CONVERGEPitt offers insights on the updated Providing Quality Family Planning Services in the U.S. guidelines.
Listen: https://t.co/BvzkeX5UFa. @AmJPrevMed

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Join the EMBRACE Spring Seminar Series this Friday, with guest speaker Muffy Mendoza, founder of Brown Mamas, who will discuss empowering #BlackMothers through education, community & advocacy.

Jan 24, 11 AM, Homewood CEC or virtual: https://t.co/Rtpl4VVh5F

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📢 Join CONVERGE! We're seeking a Research Operations Manager to shape strategic visions & lead impactful programs. Bring your experience and passion to a team making a difference in sexual and reproductive health care.

Apply today ➡ https://t.co/s4OJh5Tw1u

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From shaping legislation to launching tools for 20K+ pregnant individuals, CONVERGE delivers impact where it’s needed most.

Support #ReproductiveHealthEquity today - give now: https://t.co/wNCYQRQPpz

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Effective drug monitoring during #pregnancy is vital for managing #OpioidUseDisorder.

This study by Elizabeth Krans & colleagues optimizes hair analysis to quantify #buprenorphine exposure in mothers and neonates.

Learn more: https://t.co/pM96nnCe8g

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#SexualHealth is vital to overall well-being, yet older women's needs often go unaddressed. This comment piece by @holly_n_thomas highlights how providers can prioritize women's sexual health across the lifespan.

Read it in @NaturePortfolio: https://t.co/09YsCyJqeH

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Help us bridge gaps in #ReproductiveHealthCare. CONVERGE supports access, equity, & innovation through initiatives like Reproductive Bridges, ReproTechquity, & ORCHID.

Give today to make a difference: https://t.co/wNCYQRQPpz

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New Opportunity Alert! CONVERGE is looking for a Research Operations Manager to drive programs, policies, and strategic initiatives. Ready to bring your skills to a dynamic team?

Apply now ➡ https://t.co/s4OJh5U3R2

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Male #midwives are a growing force in global obstetric care. A scoping review by @saralizabaumann, @DrMartinaPhD, & colleagues highlights their training challenges and professional experiences.

Read about their impact and the path forward: https://t.co/5jn01Ne9Tl

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Want a job where strategy, collaboration, & research collide? Join us as a Research Operations Manager & help shape groundbreaking #ClinicalResearch on #SexualHealth & #ReproductiveHealth at #Pitt.

Learn more & apply today 👉 https://t.co/s4OJh5Tw1u

[Pennsylvania Doula Commission @PADoulaComm]

Do I need an NPI to begin practicing as a doula provider in PA? Learn more at https://t.co/mP8T7jbARE

#doula #doulas #doulasupport #doulaservices #maternitycare #postpartum #birth #pregnant

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Resilience strongly predicts #PostConcussion recovery, especially among #BlackWomen. Tailored interventions addressing resilience & mood could improve #ConcussionOutcomes for female minority populations.

🗞️ from @DrRThurston, @DrMartinaPhD, & co-authors: https://t.co/hKpObQ8Ugw

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A #MachineLearning model, developed by @TKrishnamurti, Samantha Rodriguez, & colleagues, using a relatively small amount of early #pregnancy self-reported data predicted first-time moderate-severe #depression with 89% accuracy.

Read more in @AWMH_Journal: https://t.co/u7w5FHkCfA

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Make an impact this #GivingTuesday! From shaping policy to innovative tools for pregnancy risk management, your support fuels real change in sexual & reproductive health. Let's do more, together. 💙

Give to CONVERGE: https://t.co/mg4TeojReH

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This #GivingTuesday, support CONVERGE's different initiatives with your donation. Together, we can bridge gaps in #ReproductiveHealth.

Give to CONVERGE: https://t.co/mg4TeojReH

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On this #GivingTuesday, you can help us create a world where everyone has access to respectful, person-centered #ReproductiveHealthcare. Your contribution fuels groundbreaking research & meaningful partnerships. Support us today!

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