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Alison Reiheld, Emma Tumilty, Mercer Gary, and Elizabeth Lanphier are the co-Editors of IJFAB Blog

Pro-Life Feminism: A Catholic feminist philosopher considers the consequences of punishing women for seeking abortions
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In 1986, an article was published in Commonweal encapsulating a view that to some people seems deeply incongruous.  The author of this article was Sidney Callahan and the article was entitled “A Case for Pro-Life Feminism.” The views Callahan laid out … Continue reading

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Anne Drapkin Lyerly, Carleigh Krubiner, and Ruth Faden pen a passionate call to look broadly at pregnant women’s health, through the lens of the Zika virus outbreak
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Over at the Baltimore Sun, Anne Drapkin Lyerly, Carleigh Krubiner, and Ruth Faden have penned an excellent op-ed on the need for further research on pregnant women.  They write: Pregnant women are at the crux of Zika’s most devastating consequences. … Continue reading

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Thought-provoking Guardian article on narratives (including patient testimony) and literature on medicine
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Over at The Guardian, Andrew Solomon has a worthy article called “Literature about medicine may be all that can save us: A new generation of doctor writers is investigating the mysteries of the medical profession, exploring the vital intersection between … Continue reading

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Feminist Swag: Sellouts or sell out?
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Have you ever wanted to tell the world you are a feminist without speaking? Have you ever wanted a t-shirt that shows what intersectional feminism can by by depicting Rosie the riveter as women of color, women wearing headscarves, tall … Continue reading

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