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CDC Delays Abortion Trends Report Amid Staffing Crisis

12/11/2025

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The CDC will delay its abortion trends report until spring 2026.
Non-governmental researchers report a 4% increase in abortions in early 2025, with telehealth accounting for 27%.
The delay stems from staffing issues and internal turmoil at the CDC, with resignations highlighting censorship concerns.
Dr. Debra Houry says the agency lacked resources to analyze state-submitted data.
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) blames Houry for the halt.

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The CDC will delay its abortion trends report until spring 2026.
Non-governmental researchers report a 4% increase in abortions in early 2025, with telehealth accounting for 27%.
The delay stems from staffing issues and internal turmoil at the CDC, with resignations highlighting censorship concerns.
Dr. Debra Houry says the agency lacked resources to analyze state-submitted data.
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) blames Houry for the halt.