Short Wave The Public Health Implications Of Overturning Roe V. Wade
Jun 27, 2022
Dr. Diana Greene Foster, lead researcher on The Turnaway Study, shares eye-opening insights into abortion access and its profound implications for women. She discusses the long-term mental, physical, and financial impacts of carrying unwanted pregnancies versus having abortions. The conversation highlights the emotional journeys women face, including the barriers encountered in seeking care. Foster also underscores the need for empathy in the ongoing debate, reminding listeners of the real lives affected by the shifting landscape of reproductive rights.
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Study Demographics
- The Turnaway Study participants closely resembled the national demographics of abortion seekers.
- Most were already mothers in their 20s, living below the poverty line.
Obstacles to Abortion Access
- Women seeking later-term abortions often face obstacles like needing to raise money or navigating restrictive laws.
- These obstacles, such as mandatory waiting periods and limited insurance coverage, delay access to care.
Impact of Denied Abortions
- Compared to those who had abortions, women denied abortions faced greater socioeconomic hardship and worse physical health.
- This includes higher rates of poverty, single motherhood, and severe pregnancy complications.
