Facts on Reproductive Care in the U.S.1
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1,336 abortion restrictions nationwide have been enacted (as of Sept. 17 2021) Since the original Roe v. Wade decision.
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Approximately 25% of women will have an abortion in their lifetime. Nearly six out of every ten women who have abortions are already mothers.
Facts on Reproductive Care in Arizona2
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Abortion is banned at 15 weeks and later.
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Patients are required to make two visits—one for in-person counseling and another at least 24 hours later for the procedure.
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State Medicaid coverage of abortion care is banned except in very limited circumstances.
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Medication abortion must be provided in person because the state bans the use of telehealth or mailing pills or requires an in-person visit.
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Parental consent or notice is required for a minor’s abortion.
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Only physicians can provide abortions, and not other qualified healthcare professionals.
