Health care’s post-Roe nightmare
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Impacts of Abortion Laws on medication access
This chapter explores the consequences of restrictive abortion laws on the prescription of methotrexate, pertinent for rheumatoid arthritis patients. It highlights the ethical dilemmas faced by women who may risk harming pregnancies due to medication access delays, as well as the emotional turmoil encountered by both patients and healthcare providers. Through real-life stories, the chapter sheds light on the challenges of navigating care amid a politically charged environment following the Supreme Court's Dobbs decision.
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