Tag: Abortion access
When Abortion Was Accepted: A Look at the History of Women’s Reproductive Rights
In 2012, Shannon Withycombe experienced a miscarriage at eight weeks into her pregnancy. However, instead of being told she had a miscarriage, she saw the term "incomplete abortion" on her discharge papers. This term,...
Empowering Women: Rise in Self-Managed Abortions Post-Dobbs Decision
Kaniya, a 21-year-old college student, found herself facing an unplanned pregnancy during spring finals last year. She realized that she did not have the financial resources or the capacity to care for a child....
Lack of Abortion Training for OB-GYNs Linked to Rising Pregnancy Complications
An investigation by House Democrats found that some obstetrician-gynecologists are receiving less training in abortion care, leaving them unprepared for emergencies. These doctors are seeing more pregnant patients with medical complications. The report is...