Birth Control Lowers the risk of Ovarian Cancer up 50% #news #politics #explainervideo

Did you know that Birth Control pills can significantly lower the risk of Ovarian Cancer? According to the National Cancer Institute, women who have taken Birth Control pills have a reduced risk of Ovarian Cancer by 30% to 50% compared to those who haven’t. In light of this crucial information, it’s essential to support legislative efforts that protect access to birth control.

Congress is on the verge of voting on a federal law that would safeguard access to birth control for women across the nation. The Right to Contraception Act aims to ensure that women have the autonomy to make informed decisions about their reproductive health. You can make a difference by letting your Congressperson know that you stand for women’s health and support the Right to Contraception Act.

Your voice matters in this critical moment. By advocating for this legislation, you’re advocating for the health and well-being of women everywhere. Don’t let the right-wing agenda endanger the health of half of America. Take action today and make your voice heard!

For more information on how you can support the Right to Contraception Act and protect women’s health, check out the links in the description below.

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More Information:

Oral Contraceptives and Cancer Risk
https://www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/causes-prevention/risk/hormones/oral-contraceptives-fact-sheet#:~:text=Ovarian%20cancer%3A%20Women%20who%20have,contraceptives%20(16%E2%80%9318).

Congress to vote on federal law that would protect access to birth control
https://www.nbcnews.com/health/womens-health/access-birth-control-safe-congress-vote-law-protect-contraception-rcna155451

Senator Markey Holds News Conference on Right to Contraception Act
https://www.c-span.org/video/?536182-1/senator-markey-holds-news-conference-contraception-act

Senator Ed Markey
https://www.markey.senate.gov/

Congress takes on birth control: ‘Right To Contraception’ vote divides lawmakers
https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/elections/2024/06/05/right-to-contraception-act-2024-vote/73983546007/#:~:text=The%20Right%20to%20Contraception%20Act,providers’%20right%20to%20distribute%20contraceptives.

Congress Contact Us
https://www.congress.gov/contact-us

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