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Telehealth Mifepristone Prescriptions Surge Post-Dobbs Decision

5/13/2025

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Mifepristone, the vital abortion pill used in nearly two-thirds of US abortions, has seen a dramatic rise in telehealth prescriptions since the 2022 Dobbs decision, empowering women in restrictive states. Despite a contentious study raising safety concerns, its risks remain lower than many everyday medications, underscoring the ongoing battle for women's health and autonomy against the anti-abortion movement.

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Mifepristone, the vital abortion pill used in nearly two-thirds of US abortions, has seen a dramatic rise in telehealth prescriptions since the 2022 Dobbs decision, empowering women in restrictive states. Despite a contentious study raising safety concerns, its risks remain lower than many everyday medications, underscoring the ongoing battle for women's health and autonomy against the anti-abortion movement.