Abortion

Health news and commentary from around the Web gathered by MedPage Today staff

What do exceptions for the life of the mother mean when she's a terminally ill patient?

Three MedPage Today reporters discuss abortion care, doctors in movies, and fall boosters

But Wednesday's 2-hour debate contained few other mentions of health policy

All major Republican candidates tout antiabortion views but range from moderate to hard-line

Organization is prioritizing abortion, while nearby clinics take on more wellness exams

But ruling is stayed pending further appeals

Ob/gyns seek more clarity over when abortions are legal for medical necessity reasons

Researchers used theoretical modeling based on real proposed legislation

Protections for health workers may reduce standard of care, opponents say

Even beyond 10 weeks gestation, medication abortions were largely complete

We need policies that expand access to abortion care

But many hurdles await

Order is part of a three-pronged strategy on reproductive rights