Abortion Rates Increase in U.S. Amidst State Bans:
A recent report released by the Society of Family Planning revealed that abortion rates in the U.S. have slightly increased in the first three months of this year compared to before the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade. The rise can be attributed to Democratic-controlled states enacting laws to protect doctors who use telemedicine for providing abortions in states with bans.
The data, collected since April 2022, shows a shift in abortion trends across the country following the landmark Supreme Court ruling in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization. While abortions have significantly declined in states with strict bans, they have increased in states where abortion remains legal until later stages of pregnancy.
Abortion pills and telemedicine have played a crucial role in providing access to abortions, especially in places with restrictive laws. Laws protecting medical providers who use telemedicine to prescribe abortion pills have been a game-changer, making the process more convenient for patients.
With elections looming, the abortion debate is heating up, with several states considering ballot measures to either restrict or expand abortion access. The survey data highlights the ongoing battle over reproductive rights and the evolving landscape of abortion across the U.S.