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Planned Parenthood rolls out vasectomies at Mass. health centers
- Planned Parenthood League of Massachusetts now offers vasectomies at its Boston, Worcester, Marlborough, and Springfield health centers, with Worcester as the starting site for procedures.
- The move follows rising demand for permanent contraception since the Dobbs decision in 2022, with ongoing increases amid broader abortion and reproductive health restrictions.
- Planned Parenthood emphasizes that birth control is for people of all genders, framing vasectomy as long-term contraception for diverse patients.
- The first vasectomy procedures began on Valentine’s Day, February 14, with in-person consultations required before the procedure.
- Planned Parenthood notes the rollout aligns with broader access goals amid ongoing restrictions on sexual and reproductive health services nationwide.
- The campaign included Vasectomy Valentine’s Day Cards distributed at local businesses to promote the service.
- Planned Parenthood League of Massachusetts is the state's leading provider of sexual and reproductive health services, with a long history in the region.
- The rollout follows the organization’s push to expand access to contraception and reproductive health services across its four Massachusetts health centers.
- Officials stated the campaign aims to provide care options that support fertility planning and future family goals.
- The Massachusetts clinics are part of a broader national effort by Planned Parenthood to offer vasectomies where feasible.
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