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Reproductive Rights
Doulas Are Key to Curbing Maternal Mortality — But They’re Drastically Underpaid
Doulas for low-income women fight rising maternal mortality rates, but are often not compensated for their work.
US-Linked South African “Crisis Pregnancy Centers” Spread Harmful Misinformation
A Trump-linked U.S. Christian conservative organization is manipulating South African women into forgoing abortions.
Nearly 2 in 5 Women of Reproductive Age May Be Stuck With Catholic Health Care
Many patients have no choice but to visit Catholic hospitals.
US Maternal Mortality Rate Is Increasing — and the Data Still Miss Many Deaths
The rate is missing a huge chunk of relevant deaths, including suicides and drug overdoses.
Trump-Linked Anti-Abortion “Pregnancy Centers” Endanger Pregnant People
Centers backed by religious extremists linked to the Trump White House are endangering pregnant people's health.
Title X Gag Rule Has Led to Increased Funding for Anti-Choice Clinics
A group that operates 48 anti-choice clinics was awarded up to $5.1 million over three years in Title X funds.
Trump Steps Up Attacks on Reproductive Rights Amid Impeachment Trial
Past U.S. presidents who opposed abortion considered March for Life too extreme and divisive to attend in person.
There’s Nothing “Pro-Life” About Trump’s Opposition to Abortion Rights
To beat back Trump's attacks, activists nationwide are organizing teach-ins and a “Mass Strike for Reproductive Rights.”
“Roe v. Wade” Is Being Chipped Away. Will We Lose It Altogether This Year?
Whatever the outcome of “June Medical v. Gee,” only Congress can guarantee abortion access, say advocates.
47 Years After “Roe v. Wade,” Theoretical Abortion Rights Are Not Enough
A right to abortion is meaningless if it cannot be exercised.