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Abortion
47 Years After “Roe v. Wade,” Theoretical Abortion Rights Are Not Enough
A right to abortion is meaningless if it cannot be exercised.
Having the Abortion Talk With Children Is Easier Than You Think
Parents are more than capable of having meaningful conversations with their children about abortion.
In Massachusetts, Minors Need Permission for Abortion, But That Could Change
The “Roe Act” would remove parental consent and establish the right to abortion in Massachusetts state law.
Missouri Republican Bill Aims to Have Cops Stop Abortions
The bill is the latest salvo from one of the nation's most rabidly anti-choice legislators.
The War on Reproductive Care Is Preventing Patients From Seeking Help
2019's relentless attacks on abortion were intended to create chaos and confusion in reproductive health care.
This Change to the ACA Could Affect Abortion Coverage for 3 Million People
The Trump administration’s proposed rule would impact coverage in at least 16 states and Washington, D.C.
As Abortion Access Dwindles, App Offers Safe and Discreet Options
The Safe Abortion app was created to offer a way for people to learn about their medical options safely and discreetly.
Catholic Ban on Contraception Is Driving Doctors to Fabricate Diagnoses
Catholic hospital staff are forced to concoct diagnoses of heavy periods and severe cramps to justify prescriptions.
Ohio Bill Orders Doctors to “Reimplant Ectopic Pregnancy,” Which Is Impossible
The bill also creates a new criminal charge called “aggravated abortion murder,” which would be punishable by death.
Texas Abortion Clinics Still Shuttered Despite Supreme Court Win
Even though abortion restrictions were overturned by the court in 2016, most of the affected clinics remain closed.