Planned Parenthood Expands San Antonio Services

Two clinics increase testing, counseling, and appointment availability.

Mar. 12, 2026 at 10:18pm

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Planned Parenthood has announced that two of its health centers in San Antonio, Texas have expanded their hours and services to better serve the community. The expanded offerings include increased access to reproductive health testing, counseling, and appointment availability.

Why it matters

The move by Planned Parenthood aims to improve access to essential healthcare services in San Antonio, where demand for reproductive health resources has been growing. Expanded clinic hours and services can help address barriers to care, particularly for underserved populations.

The details

The two Planned Parenthood health centers in San Antonio have increased their weekly operating hours by 20 percent. The expanded services include more appointment slots for STI testing, birth control consultations, and other reproductive healthcare needs. The clinics have also added evening and weekend hours to accommodate working patients and those with limited daytime availability.

  • The expanded services and hours went into effect on March 1, 2026.

The players

Planned Parenthood

A non-profit organization that provides reproductive health services, including sexual health testing, birth control, and abortion care.

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What they’re saying

“Expanding access to reproductive healthcare is crucial for supporting the wellbeing of our community. These changes will make it easier for San Antonians to get the services they need.”

— Sarah Wheat, Vice President of Community Engagement, Planned Parenthood South Texas (San Antonio Current)

What’s next

Planned Parenthood plans to monitor utilization of the expanded services and hours over the next six months to determine if further expansions are warranted to meet community needs.

The takeaway

Planned Parenthood's investment in increased access to reproductive healthcare in San Antonio underscores the organization's commitment to serving the community and ensuring all residents can obtain the services they require, regardless of their schedules or circumstances.