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University of Oregon to Provide Abortion Pills to Students

3/26/2026

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The University of Oregon will offer abortion pills, mifepristone and misoprostol, to students starting in the fall.
The decision follows advocacy from UO Students for Choice and other student groups.
A study indicated that 10.93% of women experience serious complications after taking mifepristone.
Karlie Windle, president of UO Students for Choice, emphasized access for students without transportation.
The initiative aims to reduce barriers to abortion access amid increasing restrictions.

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Story summary

The University of Oregon will offer abortion pills, mifepristone and misoprostol, to students starting in the fall.
The decision follows advocacy from UO Students for Choice and other student groups.
A study indicated that 10.93% of women experience serious complications after taking mifepristone.
Karlie Windle, president of UO Students for Choice, emphasized access for students without transportation.
The initiative aims to reduce barriers to abortion access amid increasing restrictions.