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Memphis
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National Day to Prevent Teen Pregnancy
May 5, 2010
 Greetings!As a Mom of two almost-teenaged boys, I know how much my kids rely on their father and me for honest, accurate information. If we parents truly want to protect our kids' futures, we have to be willing to talk honestly with them about their reproductive lives and health.
Studies show that the source children trust most to give them accurate information about sex is their parents, but a report from the Guttmacher Institute finds that many parents feel uncomfortable in this role. They say they often think someone else could do it better, or believe (in error) thattalking about it it might actually encourage their kids to have sex.
Need some help? If you are a Memphis parent who wants to "have the talk" with your child about sex, contraception and reproductive health...or better yet, open up a life-long dialogue with your kids about these issues... join us May 5 from 7 - 8 p.m. for our first Parent Meet Up. Our new program called The Real Deal will be parent-designed with the goal of helping parents support and encourage one another to communicate accurate information, along with their own individual values, on these issues.
I look forward to meeting other Moms and Dads interested in this subject on May 5 - National Day to Prevent Teen Pregnancy.
As always, thanks so much for your support.
Rebecca L. Terrell
Executive Director |
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We Want The Real Deal
Comprehensive Sex Education for All Kids in Memphis 
When: Wed. May 5, 7 - 8 p.m.
Where: Memphis Center for Reproductive Health, 1726 Poplar Ave., Midtown Free event for Moms and Dads who want information and support for talking with their kids of all ages about reproductive health, sex, pregnancy prevention, STD's, HIV/AIDS, relationships, and related topics. Parents are the best teachers! |
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New Clinic to Open in May
After 35 years in the same location, the Memphis Center for Reproductive Health is getting new digs! Our renovated medical center at 1726 Poplar Avenue is almost complete, and we will be moving in early May. At double the square footage and our own parking lot, the new space is a dream almost-come-true.
Stay tuned for information on our "If You Build It" campaign and grand opening celebration. |
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MCRH is a non-profit feminist clinic that's been providing quality, affordable health care to women in the Mid-South since 1974.
LGBT friendly.
Teens are like totally welcome. |
Take the Quiz
Have a teenager in your life? Share this link to StayTeen.org.
On May 5 teens can log in and play an online game that will test their knowledge on teen pregnancy prevention, sex myths, relationship issues, and much more.
"I thought it was a very good eye-opener. Most teens don't think about how much getting pregnant could screw up their lives. I think this quiz will help people start thinking about sex and teen pregnancy and help them realize that they might not be as smart as they think." ~ Girl, age 15
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MCRH congratulates:
Clinical Service Coordinator Nikole Gettings on her recent selection as a member of the National Advisory Committee for Clinicians for Choice
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Memphis Center for Reproductive Health
1462 Poplar Avenue, Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 274-3550 |
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| Schedule Your Repro Health Check-Up Today |
Women's Check Ups include PAP smear, breast exam, birth control consultation and prescription, STD testing and treatment, HIV testing, and whole health evaluation. $100 - $140.
Men's Check Ups include STD testing and treatment, and HIV testing. $50.
Call 901-274-3550 to schedule your appointment. | |
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