Today, Explained Abortion pills
Jun 28, 2022
Rachel Cohen, a Senior Policy Reporter at Vox, delves into the current landscape of abortion pills following the overturning of Roe v. Wade. She explains how medication abortion using FDA-approved pills is being fought over in various states. The discussion touches on the mechanisms of mifepristone and misoprostol, the legal intricacies involved, and the impact of telehealth solutions in restrictive areas. Cohen emphasizes the ongoing battle for access and the socio-political implications that shape reproductive rights today.
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Advance Purchase of Abortion Pills
- Mifepristone and misoprostol are not available over the counter in the US, unlike some other countries.
- Talk to your healthcare provider about the risks and benefits of advance purchase in states with restrictive laws.
Legal Battles Over Abortion Pills
- The overturning of Roe v. Wade creates complex legal questions about medication abortion access.
- Interstate conflicts arise regarding providers mailing pills to states where abortion is illegal.
Aid Access and Dr. Gompertz
- Aid Access, a European nonprofit founded by Dr. Rebecca Gompertz, provides abortion pills to US states with restrictions.
- Dr. Gompertz faces legal challenges but continues her work due to the increasing demand for abortion access.