Planned Parenthood

Planned Parenthood (/plænd pærənθʊd/), also known as Planned Parenthood Federation of America (PPFA), is a nonprofit organization that provides reproductive health care in the United States and globally.

Etymology

The term "Planned Parenthood" is derived from the organization's focus on the planning and management of parenthood and reproductive health. The organization was originally named the "American Birth Control League" when it was founded by Margaret Sanger in 1921. It was renamed "Planned Parenthood Federation of America" in 1942.

History

Planned Parenthood was founded by Margaret Sanger, her sister Ethel Byrne, and Fania Mindell in 1921. The organization was initially focused on providing birth control and family planning services. Over time, it expanded its services to include a wide range of reproductive health care, including abortion services, STD testing and treatment, cancer screenings, and LGBTQ+ health care.

Services

Planned Parenthood provides a wide range of reproductive health services, including:

Controversies

Planned Parenthood has been the subject of numerous controversies and legal challenges, primarily related to its provision of abortion services. Critics of the organization argue that it promotes sexual promiscuity and that its abortion services are unethical. Supporters argue that Planned Parenthood provides essential reproductive health services and that its abortion services are a necessary aspect of women's health and reproductive rights.

External links

Medical encyclopedia article on Planned Parenthood
Wikipedia's article - Planned Parenthood

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