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Brittney McNamara

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Brittney McNamara is an award-winning journalist who has been reporting on health issues, including mental health, reproductive rights, sexual assault and LGBTQ+ identity since 2014. In her current role as the features director at Teen Vogue, McNamara investigated the #MeToo movement on college campuses; reported on abortion access under the Trump administration; explored how incarceration impacts the mental health of young people; and published a series on various health issues, including bullying and vaccination. Prior to Teen Vogue, McNamara was a newspaper reporter in Massachusetts.
Sexual Health + Identity

Ariana Grande Is Raising Money to Protect Trans Youth

She's pledged to match up to $1.5 million in honor of Trans Day of Visibility
Health

Joshua Bassett Was Hospitalized For Heart Failure and Septic Shock After Releasing “Lie Lie Lie”

"I felt my heart literally failing." 
Voices

This Book Is Proof No One Should Feel Excluded From the Outdoors

“I don’t want people to feel excluded [from nature]."
Sexual Health + Identity

Transgender Women Are Left Out of Equal Pay Day

Equal Pay Day isn't equal for all.
Mental Health

Lady Gaga Wants Us All to Be More Supportive Friends

The Be There Certificate can help train you in how to safely support your friends' mental health.
Sexual Health + Identity

Transgender People Tell Their Abortion Stories in "Trans Bodies, Trans Choices"

“This issue is not merely philosophical for our community."
Voices

How to Help Girls in Ukraine and Across the Globe Stay in School

Crisis and conflict threaten access to education, particularly for girls. Here's how you can help.
Sexual Health + Identity

Texas Started Investigating Families of Trans Youth for Potential Child Abuse, Lawsuit Says

A hearing on the ACLU lawsuit attempting to block Texas's directive will be held on Wednesday.
Sexual Health + Identity

Florida's "Don't Say Gay" Bill Advances as Lawmakers Nationwide Attempt to Erode LGBTQ Rights

"It's a conscious strategy.”
Fitness

Sha'Carri Richardson Has Questions After a Figure Skater Will Compete in the Olympics Despite a Positive Drug Test

"The only difference I see is I’m a black young lady.”
Voices

Lauren Smith-Fields' Family Wants Answers After She Was Found Dead Following a Date

“People know Black women, Black girls have been going missing and haven't gotten any attention.” 
Relationships

Machine Gun Kelly's Barbed Ring for Megan Fox Is Reminiscent of Toxic Emo Culture

Love is not pain.
Voices

Sha'Carri Richardson Says Time Is Her Blessing and Curse in New Short Film

“On the track, I've been blessed to run fast. Off the track, time has cheated me."
Voices

The Real Story of Cheer on Netflix Is the Bravery of Abuse Survivors

“This is not a Jerry Harris story."
Sexual Health + Identity

Ava Phillippe Said "Gender Is Whatever" When Asked If She Likes Boys or Girls

Gender is a social construct.
Mental Health

Billie Eilish Said “Abusive” Porn Hurt Her Mental Health

And negatively influenced how she thought about real-life sex.
Health

All U.S. Adults Can Now Get a COVID-19 Booster Shot

Pending approval from the CDC, the shots could be available this weekend.
Voices

Suni Lee Says She Was the Victim of a Racist Attack

The gymnast said she was attacked recently while out with friends.
Mental Health

Social Media Isn't Just Addictive — It's Addictive By Design

Experts explain the science behind social media's grip on our mental health.
Mental Health

People Are Seeing More Ghosts During COVID — and They Like It

Reports of ghosts are increasing, but not everyone wants them exorcised. 
Sexual Health + Identity

Protecting Abortion Is a Priority in the Biden Administration's New Gender Equity Plan

It's the country's first-ever strategy on gender equity.
Voices

Human Remains Found in Nature Reserve Belong to Brian Laundrie, FBI Reports

Dental records confirmed the identity.
Mental Health

Mental Health Should Be a Top Priority in Schools, New Biden Administration Guidance Says

Mental Health: Coming to a classroom near you.
Music

Britney Spears's Father No Longer Controls Her

After 13 years, a judge removed Jamie Spears as conservator of Britney's estate.