Termination of first-trimester pregnancy is typically either done medically or via surgical methods. Although both methods are exceedingly safe, they both have their pros and cons. Approximately a million abortions were provided in the US in 2020, the overall rate has been steadily decreasing. Of note, first trimester abortions account for over 90% of all abortions. Surgical abortion is the…
Abortion has unfortunately become a controversial topic particularly in the recent years, due to ongoing pressure from different groups and ultimately due to the overturn of Roe v. Wade by the Supreme Court. Owing to both legislative pressures as well as the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic telemedicine has emerged as a popular method for accessing abortion services, particularly in regions where access…
For many women, the thought of an unplanned pregnancy can be overwhelming, and the process of making the decision to have an abortion can be daunting. While there are several different methods available for terminating a pregnancy, one option that has gained popularity in recent years is the use of abortion pills. However, despite the growing acceptance of abortion pills,…
Abortion Pills: Mifepristone with Misoprostol Abortion pills are the colloquial term for medications used for a medical abortion mainly in the 1sttrimester to induce a “miscarriage”. The typical medications used in this context is a combination of mifepristone and misoprostol up until the 70th day of pregnancy. Mifepristone is a progesterone receptor antagonist. Progesterone is one of the hormones responsible for…
Abortion pills, also known as medical abortion, have become an increasingly popular option for women seeking to end a pregnancy. The use of these pills has been on the rise, especially with the availability of telehealth services that allow for remote and asynchronous care. After all, they can be a non-invasive, more convenient, and often cheaper option compared to surgical…
Plan C refers to medication abortion — aka abortion with pills. You might be familiar with Plan B — the emergency contraceptive pill. No doubt, both plan B and plan C have something to do with pregnancy prevention/termination. However, the two differ entirely. Before discussing other essential details about plan C, let’s dive further into the differences between plan B…
How much Does An Abortion Cost in New York? The cost of an abortion in New York ranges between $250 to $1,000. Parameters Influencing the Abortion Cost in New York Various elements bear on the cost of an abortion. All these elements further impact each other, causing the final price to fluctuate even more. These parameters include: How Far Along…
How Much Does An Abortion Cost in California? The average cost of abortion in California (for residents or travelers to the state to get an abortion) ranges from $300 to over $3,050. The telehealth option is generally more affordable. Factors Impacting the Cost of Abortion in California Given such a huge price range, it is obvious that there are many…
Can I Get the Abortion Pills at a Local Pharmacy? You can pick up your abortion pills at a local pharmacy but you need a prescription. First, let’s step back for a moment to clarify possible confusion with Plan B, also known as the morning-after pill. The Plan B pill contains levonorgestrel, a progestin that can be used after unprotected…
What is a medical abortion? A medical abortion is the termination of a pregnancy with abortion pills and without a surgical abortion procedure. Abortion pills are only available by prescription, but healthcare professionals can write a prescription for medical abortion pills after meeting with the patient in person or virtually. The FDA has made it legal to ship abortion pills…