Abortion pills are just as safe to prescribe based on a patient's medical history as after an in-person exam, new research finds
- Written by Ushma Upadhyay, Associate Professor of Obstetrics, Gynecology & Reproductive Science, University of California, San Francisco
Removing ultrasound and pelvic exam requirements for medication abortion could help expand access to care.Oleg Rebrik/iStock via Getty Images PlusFor many people, accessing abortion care can be a major challenge. Abortion services are usually only available in certain clinics with specialized equipment like ultrasounds, often requiring...