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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.

Mental Health

Facebook Is Developing a Tool to Help With Suicide Prevention

Now this is an important update.
Fitness

How Lucy Hale Started Off Her 27th Birthday

Hint: It's sweaty, very sweaty.
Health

Bella Thorne Detailed Every Moment of Her Colonoscopy on Social Media

We’re hoping she’s fine!
Sexual Health + Identity

Finding Dory​ Will Include a Transgender Stingray

Meet stingrhonda.
Sexual Health + Identity

This New Condom Gives You No Excuse to Not Practice Safe Sex

It’s supposedly harder to rip AND more comfortable.
Health

The Hospital Treating the Orlando Terrorist Attack Victims Has Already Performed 26 Surgeries

“Based on their recovery at this point, we are very optimistic for our patients' prognosis right now.”
Health

Here’s Proof School Days Should Be Starting Later

The new sleep guidelines for teens are out.
Sexual Health + Identity

A Court Just Officially Recognized “Non-Binary” as a Gender Identity

This is a HUGE win.
Mental Health

This 18-Year-Old Clapped Back In the Best Way After She Was Shamed About Her Makeup

Her photos were used in a viral tweet.
Health

Women All Over the World Are Supporting the Victim in the Stanford Rape Case

“Sentence rapists according to crime, not talent.”
Mental Health

Instagramming Everything Might Actually Be GOOD For Your Mental Health

Take that, mom.
Health

Ew: Your Parents Actually Had More Sex Than You

But they used less protection.
Relationships

“Benching" Is the Cruel New Dating Trend That’s Even Worse Than Ghosting

You may be a victim and not even realize it.
Mental Health

THIS Is the Only Antidepressant That Actually Works for Teens

Scientists tested 14 medications.
Sexual Health + Identity

The Cast of Girls Just Released a Video Supporting the Stanford Rape Victim

“You already have the power to create a safer environment.”
Sexual Health + Identity

Demi Lovato Says Her Sexuality Doesn’t Need Labels

“It’s just about a connection with someone.”
Mental Health

This Is Why The Stanford Rape Victim Is Remaining Anonymous

"I am worthy of respect."
Health

Brazil’s Zika Outbreak Is Causing Athletes and Journalists to Back Out of the Olympics

But you shouldn’t be worried.
Sexual Health + Identity

Syphilis Is the Dangerous STD You’re Probably Not Getting Tested For, But Should Be

These newly released recommendations apply to a LOT of people.
Health

Your Pet Fish Might Actually Be Able to Recognize Your Face

A new study shows that fish may actually be capable of telling human faces apart.
Health

Mosquitoes Actually Use 6 Horrifying Needles to Bite You

A new video shows the process of how mosquitoes actually suck your blood.
Sexual Health + Identity

YouTube Star Alexis G. Zall's 18th Birthday Video Includes a Special Coming Out Message

“It is totally OK to be a girl who likes girls or a boy who likes boys.”
Sexual Health + Identity

This 14-Year-Old Transgender Girl’s Video Is Going Viral for the Best Reason

It’ll make you cry, and then cheer.
Sexual Health + Identity

More Than Half of Male Athletes Surveyed at This College Admit to Coercive Sex

So messed up.