Hey Jane

We’re proud to announce that, in the three years since Hey Jane launched, we’ve helped more than 50,000 people get the reproductive and sexual health care—including abortion care—they need. From day one, we’ve been committed to providing safe, supportive, discreet medication abortion treatment (no in-person clinic visit necessary), and today offer a range of reproductive and sexual health care services from the comfort and convenience of your phone. Not only have we helped people get the care they need, but we also became the first virtual abortion clinic to accept insurance, expanded our reproductive and sexual services, signed onto amicus briefs to support access to medication abortion, and more. While much has changed during this pivotal time for abortion access, our focus has remained steadfast and our patients remain at the center of everything we do. We are so grateful to everyone who has trusted us with their care. Our patients are the reason we work so hard to continue to expand access, make treatment more affordable, and reimagine what a compassionate medical model can look like. And we’re not slowing down now. #telemedicine #telehealth #healthcareinnovation #abortionishealthcare

This important survey released by Nurx makes clear the impact that ongoing attacks on abortion access have had on the broader reproductive health climate. A few findings that stand out: - 49% of respondents feel anxious about accessing in-person care for their reproductive and sexual health - 37% of women are using telehealth due to the political environment - 25% have experienced judgement or shame from their medical provider regarding their reproductive and sexual health concerns Shame and fear have no place in health care—and especially not in reproductive and sexual health care. I'm proud of the work that Hey Jane has done to be part of the solution by offering private, discreet, non-judgmental, and fully virtual abortion care, and am honored to stand alongside our partners at Thirty Madison in pushing for more supportive and accessible reproductive and sexual health care.

Podcast alert: Hey Jane's General Counsel joined the American Health Law Association Speaking Of Health Law podcast to discuss with host Delphine O'Rourke, JD the recent Supreme Court rulings on abortion—and what you need to know about the Comstock Act. Don't miss this insightful conversation: https://lnkd.in/eN3AF9ST

For far too long, abortion has been ignored as a key employee benefit. But, given that 1 in 4 people will have an abortion in their lifetime, it should be the standard. Recently Hey Jane's co-founder and CEO Kiki Freedman joined Employee Benefit News podcast Perk Up! to talk about reproductive health care and workplace benefits. With host Paola Peralta, Kiki sheds light on the importance of access to the abortion pill and its impact on employee well-being. "The abortion pill is a safe, effective option that many are unaware of," she explains. "It's health care, plain and simple." Discover why workplace support for reproductive rights isn't just beneficial—it's essential. From flexible telemedicine options to supportive company policies, learn how embracing these discussions can enhance both employee health and company culture. Listen to the full podcast: https://lnkd.in/e4BTP6MB

Are you as passionate about reproductive and sexual health care as you are about making TikTok videos? Do you have a knack for making dynamic, engaging, and extremely viral content? ⁠We're looking for a TikTok Content Creator—click here to apply! https://lnkd.in/eKngVpj3

Research from UCSF confirms that medication abortion administered via telehealth by mail without first getting an ultrasound are as safe and effective as traditional in-person care. Published in JAMA, this study highlights the value of a "no-test" (or history-based) eligibility assessment. We know this to be true firsthand: Our expert clinical care team is able to determine whether someone is a good candidate for telemedicine abortion care with Hey Jane through a series of questions we ask during intake. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/eav7w4TG

Last week’s Supreme Court decision was a win—but it's not the end of attacks on abortion pills.⁠ ⁠ Adriana Benedict (JD, MPH), General Counsel at Hey Jane, explains in a Huff Post op-ed why this "victory" is not what it seems, and how it leaves the door open for more baseless claims against mifepristone.⁠ ⁠ As the leading virtual abortion provider in the US, it's important that we all stay vigilant and continue advocating for abortion rights. The good news? Mifepristone is still available, and you can receive care through Hey Jane. We’re here to clear up any confusion and remind everyone that medication abortion is a safe, effective, discreet, and common option for accessing abortion care.⁠ ⁠ Let's keep pushing forward together! Click here to read the full article: https://lnkd.in/eXc78Fft

Last month, the Hey Jane team had an incredible time at the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) conference. We were thrilled to connect with so many passionate professionals dedicated to advancing reproductive health! Our team left the conference feeling inspired and motivated by the amazing work being done in our field. We're excited to take the insights and connections we gained back to Hey Jane as we continue to revolutionize access to virtual abortion care access. A huge thank you to ACOG and to everyone who took the time to meet with us. Together, we are making a difference! If you're a provider and want to learn more about abortion care through Hey Jane, head to our website: https://lnkd.in/eiCdhxtv #HeyJaneHealth #ACOG2024 #Abortioncare #ReproductiveRights

Big news: Today, the Supreme Court has made the right decision in AHM v. FDA by unanimously rejecting the plaintiffs’ in their attempt to limit access to mifepristone. As the leading virtual abortion provider in the US, Hey Jane will continue to deliver evidence-based, compassionate medication abortion care to our patients. Mifepristone is safe, effective, and a crucial part of expanding abortion access in this post-Roe world. This baseless litigation attacked essential health care and sought to cause confusion at a time when abortion pills by mail have become the most viable option for much of the country. When this litigation began in 2022, only 1 in 4 adults knew abortion pills existed—today, that number has doubled.  If there is one silver lining to this politically motivated effort to curtail access to mifepristone, it’s that even more people are now aware that medication abortion is a safe, effective, discreet, and common option for accessing abortion care. Want to help us continue to spread the word? Join the Un-Whisper Network at https://lnkd.in/eU7kEbPA

We're not afraid to talk about abortion—or standing up to censorship. Last month, our TikTok account was suspended, without cause and without warning. While we were able to get it reinstated a few days later, it wasn't the first time we've had to deal with being censored, shadowbanned, or suppressed on social media.⁠ ⁠ ⁠ Abortion is common, essential health care, and sharing medically accurate information to people should not be politicized. Social media censorship is directly leading to people NOT being able to get accurate info when time is of the essence.⁠ So, we took a stand. We posted about it here, we pushed back on TikTok, and we spoke to The New York Times about the ongoing issues we've faced as the leading telemedicine abortion provider in the US. ⁠ And we're not alone—today Amnesty International USA released a report outlining all the ways that social media is silencing abortion care organizations (including Hey Jane). ⁠ But there are ways that you can help:⁠ 1) 👋 Follow us on TikTok and Instagram! We're @heyjanehealth ⁠ 2) ❤️ Like, share, and comment on our social media posts—they're often suppressed, so every little bit of engagement helps⁠ 3) 💥 Update your content preferences on Instagram—all abortion content is labeled "political content" and your account will automatically limit what gets shown to you unless you go into your Settings and manually change it⁠ 4) 🖋️ Sign Amnesty International's petition calling out censorship on Meta and TikTok (see link in comments) 5) 📣 Help us spread the word IRL—sign up to receive free stickers, flyers, and more that you can hand out in your community (see link in comments) ⁠ Thank you to our community for your support, it means everything to us as we continue to provide safe, discreet abortion care during this pivotal moment. https://lnkd.in/gFfnKd8m