What Next: The OB-GYN Behind the Fight to Ban Mifepristone
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Safety, Accessibility, and Implications of Mifepristone
This chapter explores the safety and accessibility of the abortion pill mifepristone, focusing on the increase in medication abortions, FDA data on mifepristone, associated risks, use in miscarriage treatment, and potential impacts of restricted access. It discusses the need for ongoing care for women following recent FDA changes, the challenges faced by abortion providers, concerns about distribution through the mail, and the historical context surrounding laws like the Comstock Act and Roe v. Wade.
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