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Contraceptive Access Disparities Revealed Amid Policy Changes

7/18/2025

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A recent scorecard from the Population Reference Bureau uncovers alarming disparities in contraceptive access across the U.S. With only 16 states and D.C. safeguarding access, while another 16 impose restrictions, millions relying on Medicaid for family planning face uncertainty. As federal protections wane, state policies become crucial in shaping reproductive health outcomes.

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Story summary

A recent scorecard from the Population Reference Bureau uncovers alarming disparities in contraceptive access across the U.S. With only 16 states and D.C. safeguarding access, while another 16 impose restrictions, millions relying on Medicaid for family planning face uncertainty. As federal protections wane, state policies become crucial in shaping reproductive health outcomes.