EXPLAINER: Medication abortion becomes latest GOP target
ABC News
Medication abortion accounts for about 40% of all abortions in the U.S. The increasingly common method relies on pills rather than surgery, opening the possibility for abortions to be done in a woman’s home rather than a clinic
Medication abortion accounts for about 40% of all abortions in the U.S. The increasingly common method relies on pills rather than surgery, opening the possibility for abortions to be done in a woman's home rather than a clinic. It's an option that has become important during the COVID-19 pandemic.
As Republican states move to restrict access to abortion generally, many of them also are limiting access to medication-induced abortions.
Providers say medication abortion is safe and essential, especially as access to clinics in Republican-controlled states becomes more difficult.
HOW DOES MEDICATION ABORTION WORK?
