Crystal Kwan Norwood https://www.providecare.org/blog/author/crystal/ Advancing Abortion Access Across Healthcare Systems Thu, 05 Sep 2024 16:50:38 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://www.providecare.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/provide_sprite-150x150.png Crystal Kwan Norwood https://www.providecare.org/blog/author/crystal/ 32 32 Provider Spotlight: Connecting Patients to Resources https://www.providecare.org/blog/connecting-patients-resources-provider-spotlight/ Mon, 19 Aug 2024 08:35:00 +0000 https://www.providecare.org/?p=9614 Social work case manager Tamika talks about her work and passion for connecting patients to resources.

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]]> The Importance of Combatting Anti-Fat Bias https://www.providecare.org/blog/importance-combatting-anti-fat-bias/ Tue, 06 Aug 2024 16:36:20 +0000 https://www.providecare.org/?p=9145 By recognizing and combatting anti-fat bias and creating supportive environments, you can ensure that everyone receives the care and respect they deserve, regardless of their size.

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]]> Protecting Providers: How Leadership Can Combat the Harm of Abortion Bans https://www.providecare.org/blog/protecting-providers-how-leadership-can-combat-harmful-abortion-bans/ Mon, 22 Jul 2024 17:06:15 +0000 https://www.providecare.org/?p=9102 Abortion bans place significant burdens on providers, necessitating a proactive and multifaceted response from leadership within critical care systems.

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]]> Everyone Has a Role: Abortion Doulas https://www.providecare.org/blog/role-abortion-doulas/ Thu, 30 May 2024 11:50:44 +0000 https://www.providecare.org/?p=8996 Abortion doulas contribute significantly to the overall wellbeing and autonomy of people seeking abortion care.

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]]> 9 Ways to Reduce Barriers to Care in Rural Communities https://www.providecare.org/blog/ways-reduce-barriers-care-rural-communities/ Sat, 04 May 2024 18:27:25 +0000 https://www.providecare.org/?p=8972 People living in rural areas face numerous and daunting barriers that impede their ability to obtain essential care.

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]]> Understanding Teen Dating Violence and Empowering Young People’s Sexual Health Decisions https://www.providecare.org/blog/understanding-teen-dating-violence/ Thu, 07 Mar 2024 15:36:59 +0000 https://www.providecare.org/?p=8837 It’s important for providers to know about teen dating violence and how to support young people in developing healthy relationships and autonomy.

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]]> “We need reproductive justice.” https://www.providecare.org/blog/we-need-reproductive-justice/ Mon, 07 Aug 2023 14:54:05 +0000 https://www.providecare.org/?p=8181 Tracey Crook is a former postpartum nurse living and working in Delaware who attended Provide’s Abortion Referrals Training earlier this year. 

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]]> Abortion Is a Queer Issue https://www.providecare.org/blog/abortion-is-a-queer-issue/ Thu, 01 Jun 2023 13:25:59 +0000 https://www.providecare.org/?p=8066 Affirming abortion care is crucial for the well-being and autonomy of LGBTQ+ people.

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]]> New HepConnect Training Connects Harm Reduction to Abortion by Centering Client Autonomy https://www.providecare.org/blog/new-hepconnect-training-connects-harm-reduction-abortion/ Mon, 01 May 2023 12:00:46 +0000 https://www.providecare.org/?p=7976 Reducing stigma and provider bias through a harm reduction lens calls for a client-centered approach rooted in autonomy, dignity, and medically accurate information.

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]]> 5 Ways to Show Love for People Seeking Abortion Care https://www.providecare.org/blog/5-ways-show-love-people-seeking-abortion-care/ Wed, 01 Feb 2023 14:39:25 +0000 https://www.providecare.org/?p=7694 Pregnant people navigating the post-Roe abortion access landscape need unconditional love and support from their families, providers, and communities.

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