After Justice Clarence Thomas cast doubt on the Supreme Court decision that established a right to contraception, reproductive rights advocates are pressing for new protections at the state level.
Tag: Birth Control and Family Planning
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Why The F.D.A. Should Move Birth Control Over the Counter
The F.D.A. has an important decision to make.
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What an Over-the-Counter Birth Control Pill Could Mean for You
F.D.A. advisers voted that the benefits of a nonprescription pill outweigh the risks. If the agency decides to move on the recommendation, the progestin-only contraceptive could be in stores within a few months.
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F.D.A. Advisers Say Benefits of Over-the-Counter Birth Control Pill Outweigh Risks
The agency is expected to decide this summer whether to allow the first nonprescription sales of an oral contraceptive in the United States.
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F.D.A. Advisers Weigh Allowing First U.S. Over-the-Counter Birth Control Pill
The panel heard strong support from the company and many doctors but concern from F.D.A. scientists.