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How the Birth Control Pill Got Over the Counter

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Advocacy for Over-the-Counter Birth Control Access

This chapter explores the contentious discussion surrounding the over-the-counter availability of the O-PIL contraceptive. It presents the perspectives of young women and healthcare professionals advocating for reproductive autonomy, alongside conservative concerns regarding minors' access and the FDA's balance of public health and safety.

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