Here are some local sources for information on birth control and reproductive rights, related health problems, or for general medical advice. This is not a comprehensive list, so be sure also to speak to your own doctor.
Women to Women Health Care Center | 3 Marina Rd, Yarmouth | 800.340.5382 | healthcarecenter@womentowomen.com | www.womentowomen.com | counseling & advice + medical care (focusing on women) + alternative therapies + nutrition & wellness + hormone counseling
Planned Parenthood | 970 Forest Ave, Portland | 207.797.8881 | www.ppnne.org | counseling & advice + medical care + physical & reproductive exams + birth control information & supplies + testing for pregnancy & sexually transmitted diseases
Maine Family Planning Association | Parker F Harris MD Institute for Reproductive Health, Augusta | 207.626.3243 | Women’s Community Health Center, South Portland | 207.773.7247 | www.mainefamilyplanning.org | counseling & advice + medical care + disease screenings + birth control information & supplies
Maine Right to Life Committee | Two Great Falls Plaza, 6th Floor, Auburn | 207.782.0101 | info@mainerighttolife.com | www.mainerighttolife.com | lending library + advocacy
Maine Coast Herbals | 733 Avenue Rd, Corinth | 207.379.2506 | www.maineherbs.com | assistance with herbal remedies
Woman’s Diagnostic Cyber | www.wdxcyber.com
Ask Dr. Andrew Weil | www.drweil.com
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