Abortion is essential healthcare-Fact sheet: Abortion is essential healthcare

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Abortion is Essential Healthcare Fact Sheet summarizes the key points about the safety, mental health, and social outcomes related to abortion. The document emphasizes that abortion is safe and carries a lower risk of death compared to childbirth. It states that there is no credible evidence linking abortion care to mental health challenges and that unintended pregnancy can cause psychological distress. The fact sheet also highlights that pregnant people can safely and effectively use abortion-inducing medications with or without medical supervision. It debunks the claim of medication abortion reversal and asserts that it can be dangerous. <br /><br />Furthermore, the document explores the consequences of denying abortion care. It states that people who are denied abortions experience more life-threatening pregnancy complications and negative social outcomes. They are also more likely to fall below the federal poverty level and struggle with basic living needs. The fact sheet emphasizes that access to quality reproductive healthcare is inequitable, particularly for Black and Indigenous individuals, and lower-income individuals. It highlights the difficulties faced by young people in accessing care due to restrictive laws. Additionally, it acknowledges the need for abortion care among transgender, nonbinary, and gender nonconforming people, who may face exclusionary practices in healthcare settings.<br /><br />The fact sheet also points out that states with restrictions on abortion access tend to have higher rates of poverty, pregnancy complications, and maternal mortality. It discusses the impact of restricted abortion care on the quality of other pregnancy care, such as delays in miscarriage treatment. Lastly, the document provides a list of references for further reading and research.

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Date created: December 2022

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