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New name. Same great care. 💙 The leading provider of sexual & reproductive health care in the St. Louis region, Missouri Ozarks, & beyond.

St Louis, MO
Joined September 2009
🧵We’re excited to introduce Margot Riphagen as our new President and CEO! With over two decades of experience in health care advocacy and organizational leadership, Margot brings an enduring commitment to Planned Parenthood’s mission and patients.
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Margot shares, “For more than 90 years, Planned Parenthood Great Rivers has been a beacon for reproductive health services in the St. Louis region and Missouri Ozarks. I spent my formative years in St. Louis and have worked in the Show-Me State for much of my career ..."
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"... I’ve been a patient, volunteer, and staffer of Planned Parenthood, and now I am incredibly honored to helm the organization during such a pivotal time for reproductive health care and rights.” Learn more in @stltoday: stltoday.com/news/local/gove…
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🧵This isn’t the outcome we hoped for — but that doesn’t mean we’re done fighting for you. 

While the court blocked some abortion restrictions, the restrictions that still remain in place . . .
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… will not allow us to provide the evidence-based and patient-centered medicine needed for us to restart abortion services in MO. As we continue to push to fulfill the promise of . . .
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… reproductive rights and access that was passed by MO voters last month, we’re still providing STI testing and treatment, cancer screenings, birth control, annual wellness exams, & other essential care at health centers across MO & through telehealth.
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We will continue championing reproductive health care, access, and education in 2025 and beyond. But we can't do it without you. Make a year-end gift — even just $10 — to support our patients (and make this cat's holiday season): bit.ly/3UM4v2h
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From anxious to empowered. 💙 High-quality, compassionate care — every step of the way at Planned Parenthood Great Rivers health centers. Your voice matters — help others find care they can trust by leaving us a Google review! 🌟
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🧵Many of you have been asking: What’s happening with abortion access in Missouri? While we're ready to begin providing abortion, we must wait for a ruling from the court that will determine if the medically unnecessary abortion restrictions we've challenged will be blocked. ➡️
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The restrictions the judge decides to block will ultimately determine if we can provide equitable and evidence-based abortion care in Missouri.
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Missourians shouldn't have to wait any longer to access abortion, but know this: We are committed to continue fighting for Missourians' access to their right to reproductive freedom as long as it takes, and we'll keep you updated through the process.
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Planned Parenthood Great Rivers retweeted
Today, we are in court with @PPGreatPlains and @ppgreatrivers asking a judge to block the enforcement of Missouri's abortion ban and several medically unnecessary restrictions that prevented Missourians from receiving abortion care.
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Big news! Our revamped Merch Market is now live on Bonfire — just in time for the holidays. ❄️ Every purchase supports Planned Parenthood Great Rivers health centers in Missouri and Illinois. Shop gifts that give back today: bonfire.com/store/ppgreatriv…
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All Planned Parenthood Great Rivers health centers will be closed this Thursday, November 28, and Friday, November 29. We will return to our regular schedule on Saturday and look forward to caring for you!
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Planned Parenthood Great Rivers retweeted
Everyone deserves the freedom to control their body and life – no matter who you are or where you live. We will continue to fight to give you the care you need to build the future you deserve. 💙
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Planned Parenthood Great Rivers retweeted
Voters passed Amendment 3, the Right to Reproductive Freedom Initiative — officially enshrining the right to abortion, birth control, and more in the MO Constitution. @PPGreatRivers previews the path ahead: plannedparenthood.org/planne… #EndTheBanMO #YesOn3 #MOLeg #MOMajorityRule
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Everyone deserves the right to control their own body. 🏳️‍⚧️ #TransAwarenessWeek We’re honored to be a part of journeys like Izaac's and proud to support our patients from the trans and nonbinary community every step of the way.
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6 reasons people say #ThxBirthControl: 🩸 Easing period flow & cramps 🤰 Preventing pregnancy & STIs 💦 Having stress-free sex 🌈 Reducing gender dysphoria 🧴 Controlling acne 💊 Treating a medical condition Drop a #ThxBirthControl if birth control has made a difference for you!
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No matter what, our doors are open, offering high-quality care for all. If cost is a concern, we’re here to help. Through Title X & The Right Time programs, you can access reduced-cost or no-cost birth control, pregnancy testing, vasectomies, STI testing and treatment, & more.
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