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What Are the Risks of Ordering the Abortion Pill Online?

Many women are turning to online options to obtain the abortion pill. However, this option is not recommended for safety reasons. Here’s why and how to receive the care you may need. The FDA Does Not Regulate Online Drugs The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulates medication in the United States for the safety of […]

What are the Risks of the Abortion Pill?

What Are the Risks of the Abortion Pill? The abortion pill is a medical procedure with side effects and risks, like all medical procedures. Learning about the risks can help you prioritize your health when considering your pregnancy options.   What is the Abortion Pill? The abortion pill (also called medical abortion, chemical abortion, or […]

Vida Earns Gold Rating from the National Association of Free and Charitable Clinics

Vida Medical Clinic and Support Services has earned a 2023 Gold Rating from the National Association of Free and Charitable Clinics (NAFC) Quality Standards Program.  The mission of the NAFC is to build healthy communities for all through quality, equitable and accessible healthcare. The NAFC and its members, including Vida, are dedicated to ensuring that patients […]

Post-Abortion Support Offered at Vida, Fall Support Session Starts Aug. 24

The healing journey following an abortion looks different for each individual. Whether an abortion choice was made days, months, years, or even decades ago, Vida offers free, confidential, and non-judgmental support and resources for healing and hope.  Many women (and men) experience a range of emotions following an abortion, even many years later. There may be […]

Vida Announces the Addition of Maternity Housing in the Fox Valley

Vida Medical Clinic and Support Services will expand its services with the addition of maternity housing in the Fox Valley in 2023. The first-of-its-kind in the Fox Valley, Vida’s transitional residential maternity housing program will meet a growing need for stable, safe housing for pregnant women and new moms who are at-risk for homelessness.   “When […]

Men’s Sexual Integrity Support, Accountability Group Offered at Vida

At Vida Medical Clinic and Support Services, we equip, educate, and empower men to overcome obstacles, reach their potential, and lead healthy lives. This includes leading a life of sexual integrity.  Whether you are currently struggling with porn, sexual addiction, or other concerns related to sexual integrity, we seek to empower you to find healing, […]

Can STDs Go Away on Their Own?

Is there a chance you could have contracted an STD? Most sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) require treatment and will not go away on their own. If you are sexually active, you should be tested for STDs. What Are STDs? STDs are infections easily transmitted through sexual contact with an infected partner. Birth control does not […]

Are STDs Contagious?

Are STDs Contagious? Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), sometimes called sexually transmitted infections (STIs), are contagious. Awareness of the risk of STDs empowers you to take care of your health. Read more to learn how to protect yourself.  How are STDs Transmitted? STDs are passed easily through sexual contact; this includes vaginal, oral, or anal sex. […]

What is an Ectopic Pregnancy?

What Is an Ectopic Pregnancy? An ectopic pregnancy occurs when the fetus is developing outside of the uterus. Ectopic pregnancies can be life-threatening and require medical assistance. If you think you may be pregnant or tested positive with an at-home pregnancy test, it is crucial to confirm your pregnancy with a medical-grade pregnancy test and […]