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16 June 2021

Meet Nurx NP Ebony Walker

Two sexual wellness practitioners have a conversation with a Nurx medical provider about the importance of patient-centered care, empowerment and autonomy for Black women.

18 May 2021

Meet Nurx NP Joni Gunzburger

This Nurx medical provider shares her insider insights on birth control, STI testing and the questions you should always ask.

14 April 2021

Blood Clots and Birth Control

With news of a COVID-19 vaccine potentially creating risk for a type of blood clot, our medical team wants to make sure you know the facts.

13 April 2021

The Best Birth Control for You

Five questions to ask yourself when choosing a birth control method

18 March 2021

Meet Nurx Doctor Betty Acker

This OB-GYN has a lot of myths to bust (and truths to share) about women's health.

16 March 2021

Quiz: Test Your Acne IQ

Assess your knowledge of the real causes of and solutions for acne by taking our dermatologist-approved quiz.

birth control and health advice from a Nurx provider

25 February 2021

Meet Nurx NP Allison Palcsesz

This New Jersey-based medical provider has thoughts on what health things patients should (and shouldn't) stress about.

01 February 2021

Baby Making + Infertility Explained by an Expert

An OB-GYN and reproductive endocrinologist from Spring Fertility busts some myths and offers insights into making sure you can become a parent if and when you’re ready.

20 January 2021

Quiz: Do You Know Your Birth Control Options?

Pills, rings, IUDs — test your knowledge of the benefits and drawbacks of today's many birth control methods.

06 January 2021

Generic Birth Control Explained

How is generic birth control different? And why do the same pills go by so many different names? Nurx OB-GYN Dr. Betty Acker explains.

30 November 2020

Meet Nurx Provider Miles Harris

A Family Nurse Practitioner at Nurx shares his journey to becoming a medical provider and what trans patients should know about finding affirming care.

30 October 2020

Answers About the Supreme Court

Our CEO responds to patient questions about how changes to the Supreme Court could (and couldn't) affect birth control access.

28 September 2020

Birth Control and PCOS

What hormonal contraception can (and can’t) do to alleviate polycystic ovarian syndrome symptoms.

16 September 2020

Migraine Quiz

How well do you understand these common and debilitating headaches? Test your knowledge with our 9-question quiz.

25 August 2020

Quiz: Advanced Sex Ed for Adults

Think you know what's what about sex and sexual health? Then answer the 20 quiz questions people most often get wrong.

15 July 2020

The New Birth Control That Lasts All Year

Nurx now prescribes and delivers Annovera, a birth control ring you use for a year. We bet you have questions.

09 July 2020

Speak Up for Birth Control Access

Frustrated by the recent Supreme Court decision? So are we. Here are 5 actions to take.

19 May 2020

Nurx Now Provides Care to Maryland

Thanks to recent changes in telehealth laws, our medical team now prescribes birth control and more in the state of Maryland.

Exceptional care at every step

At Nurx, we make it easy to get the expert healthcare you deserve. From schedules to health history, everybody is different—so we provide treatment and care that’s personalized to you. Through life’s cycles, changes, and transitions, we’re here to help you make informed choices about your health.