This podcast delves into the Supreme Court battle over mifepristone, with insights on the importance of doctor's visits, risks of unsupervised medication use, severe complications, and challenges in drug regulation. The attorney advocating for restrictions on mifepristone sheds light on these crucial topics.
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At-home abortions with Mifepristone are increasing, with FDA safeguards being questioned.
Supreme Court case focuses on regulating access to Mifepristone, highlighting risks of minimal medical oversight.
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Increasing Popularity of At-Home Abortions
At-home abortions using medication have been on the rise, with six in ten abortions in 2023 being performed this way, up from 53 percent in 2020. The data from the Gutmacher Institute highlights the trend towards at-home abortions becoming the preferred method. The Supreme Court is set to address a case aiming to restrict access to abortion drug Mifepristone, which can currently be obtained through mail without medical supervision.
Concerns About Removed Safeguards for Abortion Drug
The removal of essential safeguards by the FDA for the abortion drug Mifepristone is under scrutiny, removing requirements for in-person visits that include crucial assessments for women's health. The absence of these visits poses risks such as incomplete abortions or infections that could lead to life-threatening conditions. The current situation allows for the drug to be obtained with minimal medical oversight, potentially endangering women's health and well-being.
The Supreme Court will hear arguments over whether to regulate access to abortion drug mifepristone. The attorney arguing for limitations on the “poison pill” joins us. Get the facts first on Morning Wire.
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